Going to School During the Civil War: The Confederacy (Blue Earth Books: Going to School in History)
Going To School In History Series
What’s inside...
Discusses the school life of Confederate children during the Civil War, including school lessons, Confederate books, military academies, and life during battles.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How do you think going to school during the Civil War era was different from your experience in school today?
What challenges do you think children faced going to school in the Confederacy during the Civil War?
Why do you think education was important even during a time of conflict like the Civil War?
How do you think the children's daily school life influenced their views and feelings about the war?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by summarizing the main themes of the book together, setting a solid base for deeper discussion.
Encourage your child to compare and contrast their current school experiences with those depicted in the book, fostering critical thinking.
Ask your child how they might feel going to school during such a tumultuous period, guiding them to empathize with the characters and historical figures.
Discuss the importance of education in all circumstances, and how learning can provide hope and resilience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding historical context
Explanation: The book provides a depiction of what schooling was like during the Civil War in the Confederate states, helping children understand the historical context and the challenges faced.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate their own educational opportunities and understand the importance of history in shaping societies.
Example Lesson: Empathy and perspective-taking
Explanation: By reading about the experiences of children in the Confederate states during the Civil War, young readers can develop empathy and learn to see the world from perspectives other than their own.
Real-World Application: This lesson aids in social development, enabling children to interact more compassionately and thoughtfully with others who have different life experiences.
Example Lesson: Resilience in adversity
Explanation: The book illustrates how students and teachers in the Confederacy adapted to wartime conditions, emphasizing resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to face their own challenges with determination and resilience, learning that they can overcome obstacles and adapt to changing circumstances.