The Un-Civil War
The Mahaffie family moved to Kansas in 1857 during the days of Bleeding Kansas.
Explore life on the Kansas–Missouri border during the Border War and the events that led to the American Civil War.
Grade Level Recommendation
Grades 5–8
Activities
This program is typically divided into four educational activities, with students rotating between stations. Activities can include, but are not limited to:
- Marching and drilling like a soldier
- Writing letters with a real ink pen
- Exploring the equipment of a Civil War soldier
- Firing a cannon
- Enjoying a stagecoach ride
"The artillery and stagecoach made the greatest impression on our students!" - 5th grade teacher
Additional Resources
Civil War on the Western Border Lesson Plans
Curriculum Concepts
This program is designed to meet curriculum standards for Kansas and Missouri schools, including economics, social studies, and history standards.
Request your program today! Your program is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation letter from the Mahaffie staff. Call 913-971-5111 for more information.
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