Explore the Civil War WebQuest for 8th Graders and Beyond!
Delve into a fascinating journey through history with the "Civil War WebQuest for 8th Graders (or any age!)" created by two accomplished Callaway high schoolers, William Harper from Fulton High School and Sarah Chapman from North Callaway High School. This educational treasure trove is designed to engage middle school students in uncovering the intricate layers of the American Civil War and its profound impact on Missouri's Callaway County.
Discover the Richness of Callaway’s Past
Embark on a captivating exploration of the factors that ignited the American Civil War on a national scale. Uncover the echoes of history as you delve into the specific consequences of the war on Missouri and, more locally, on Callaway County, both during the turbulent era and in the years that followed. Our WebQuest goes beyond the battlefield, offering insightful bio-sketches of influential Callawegians who left their mark on this historical landscape. Dive even deeper with curated links to additional educational resources and thought-provoking essays.
Explore the pages of history and discover the fascinating stories that define our community's legacy during the American Civil War. Dive into the "Civil War WebQuest for 8th Graders (or any age!)".
For further information, please reach out to research@callawaymohistory.org or call (573) 826-2460.
This project is made possible through the generous support of the Callaway 200 Committee, an organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Callaway County.
What a teacher says …
Heather Yates, a 7th & 8th grade Social Studies teacher with Fulton Public Schools, shares her perspective: "Callaway County is rich with Civil War history. The WebQuest created by the Historical Society brought learning to life. Students were fully engaged and eager to uncover how the Civil War left its indelible mark on their hometown and its inhabitants. It left them thirsting for more knowledge, with many students even expressing a desire to visit the historic sites in Callaway County featured in the WebQuest."