Photographs can often help students grasp the reality and impact of historical events. This project connects students to events and different perspectives of the Civil War by having them report on selected topics using historical photos to research and illustrate their learning.

To complete the project students will:

• visit the Library of Congress website and other websites to familiarize themselves with the events surrounding the Civil War.
• gain an understanding and appreciation of the perspectives of the North and the South.
• learn and practice how to analyze primary sources, particularly photographs.
• learn and practice how to write news and feature articles.
• synthesize learning by creating a Civil War newspaper.