Civil War Unit – The Better Angels Readers Theater Script (Part 5 of 5)

Why teach Civil War Unit – The Better Angels Readers Theater Script (Part 5 of 5)?

Civil War Unit – The Better Angels Readers Theater Script (Part 5 of 5) closes the saga from Appomattox surrender to Whitman’s elegy. Scenes weave sorrow, reunion, and 1913 reconciliation into living history. Walt Whitman’s poetry anchors empathy and reflection on civic healing. Tiered roles ensure every student contributes a voice to memory work. Reader’s Theater consistently improves reading rate and expressive accuracy. Editable Google Docs/PPTX enable custom cuts, staging, or language support. Worksheets and a Forms exit quiz provide ready‑made assessment.

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What’s inside?

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Scene‑by‑scene summary

• Scenes 1‑12 move from stacking arms at Appomattox to 1913 veterans’ reunion and Whitman’s elegy.

Classroom tips

• Cast roles by reading level using the included breakdown.
• Rehearse scenes in small groups, assessing fluency with the rubric.
• Pause after performance to discuss SEL themes like duty, sacrifice, and healing.

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