Every state has a rich history that defines how it is known today. Using a timeline layout, students will research the history of New Jersey and create a timeline of events. Students must think about what makes an event truly worthy of being included in the timeline and be able to include detail in their timeline.
For an alternative to the timeline layout, have students create a timeline poster to incorporate into a presentation or gallery walk. You can add more than one template to this assignment to give students lots of options and adjust the instructions accordingly.
1664: English seize control from the Dutch, establishing New Jersey as a proprietary colony with East Jersey and West Jersey.
1776: Battles of Trenton and Princeton during the Revolutionary War provide crucial victories for the Continental Army, boosting morale and strategic position.
1787: New Jersey ratifies the U.S. Constitution on December 18, becoming the third state to join the Union.
1840s: Industrial Revolution transforms New Jersey into a hub of manufacturing and innovation, particularly in cities like Newark and Paterson.
1920s: New Jersey becomes a center for transportation, telecommunications, and pharmaceutical industries, contributing significantly to national and global economies.
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Objective: Create a 4-6 cell timeline of important events in New Jersey’s history.
Student Instructions
Requirements: At least 4 events, correct dates, descriptions, and appropriate illustrations for each event.