SS10+-+Scenario+for+precursors+to+the+NW+rebellion



So I didn't do an outline for this lesson but its pretty basic

Split class into three groups, each around an open workspace. Call groups A, B, and C.

1.To start give group A the money, give Group B two land packages (European set(with rules for Group A) and First nations set), and give group C a land package (stack of blank paper and rules for group C).

2. Tell all groups that their objective is to gather their crops and build a homestead (on the board).

3. With the whole class listening approach group B (the group with the two land packages) with the Treaty Agreement. Tell them they have two options, sign the treaty or have detention at lunch. ( They may say no (one class did) but pressure them or one student in the group to do it). After they have signed the treaty take both their packages away.

4. Approach Group B - Offer them the Land package A for their money... again tell them that it is in their best interest. They get land package A

5. Give Land Package B back to group B

6. Tell the whole class to start and achieve their objective.

7. Give Group A good tools (scissors and tape) and as they work a bucket of candy to eat - treat them well. Comment on how talented they are.

8. Give Group B (plastic knives and liquid glue) and give them one candy to share every 5 or so mins. Comment on how lazy and bad their houses are.

9. Completely ignore group C. when they approach you with their petitions visibly throw it in the garbage.

As you do the scenario you can embellish it as you like. ie. Trash their houses so you can build your railway etc

10. Finish off with discussion questions for each group. Numbered Heads for accountability.