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Here are the teacher pack items for The Constitutional Convention of 1836:
Overview In this experience, students learn about the accomplishments of the Constitutional Convention of 1836 and they describe the grievances that led to it. Then they examine the structure of the Texas Declaration of Independence and translate a section of the document into their own words. Students will collaborate in small groups for scene 2 to scene 4. Objectives:
By March 1836, the Texas Revolution had become a full-scale conflict. Mexican forces were advancing through Texas, the Alamo was under siege, and the temporary Texas government had largely stopped functioning.
On March 1, 1836, 59 delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos for the Convention of 1836. They faced major decisions about the future of Texas, including whether to remain part of Mexico or declare independence and how a new government should be organized.
The next day, March 2, the delegates adopted the Texas Declaration of Independence, formally declaring Texas independent from Mexico.
Objectives:
Independence Hall, Washington-on-the-Brazos, Texas
A committee of delegates quickly drafted the Texas Declaration of Independence, and the convention adopted it on March 2, 1836. The document explained why the delegates believed Texas should separate from Mexico.
It included a list of grievances, or formal complaints, against the Mexican government. These grievances described actions and policies the delegates believed had violated their rights and justified independence.
What grievances might appear in the Texas Declaration of Independence. If someone has already shared your answer, try to think of a different one.
Discuss the students’ answers. Ideas may include:
Divide students into their small groups for the next two scenes. When everyone is ready to continue, unlock the next scene.
