Curated OER
A Woman's Crusade: Dorothea Dix
Students examine the life and reform efforts of Dorothea Dix on behalf of people with disabilities. They also examine the role of women in the 1840s and 1850s. They discover different sources of examples of citizen's rights.
Curated OER
Finding Buck Henry
Students read and demonstrate competence in the general skills and strategies of the writing process via the novel "Finding Buck Henry." They recognize complex elements of plot. Students analyze devices used to develop characters in...
Curated OER
Same, But Different
Students compare and contrast specific characters in the book, "Old Henry." They discuss similarities and differences between people and define character traits. They assess one's own character traits and have a class discussion about...
Curated OER
Grab Hands and Run: Understanding Human Rights
Sixth graders read the novel Grab Hands and Run by Frances Temple. They explore the effects of war on human rights. Students explore the idea that human rights are protected by the United Nations. They identify the human rights that were...
Curated OER
Can I Take Action?
Students create a solution to a problem related to the environment. They work together to develop the plan and pitch the plan to their class. They discuss the action steps taken in a story they were read.
Curated OER
Putting on Beowulf
Pupils read "Putting on Beowulf" then, in separate groups, choose a segment of Beowulf to perform. They prepare a performance either "live" or on videotape. After listening and watching each performance, Students evaluate each...
Curated OER
A Thoreau Look at Our Environment
Sixth graders write journal entries o school site at least once during each season, including sketched and written observations of present environment. They can use sample topographical maps and student's own maps. Students can use...
Curated OER
Looking Through Lenses
Students explore the various societal and cultural "lenses" which color their perspectives and life experiences by reading the short story "What Means Switch" by Gish Jen. They discuss how the cultural ideas and beliefs affect the...
Curated OER
Silent Spring
Students read background information about Rachel Carson found on the listed website links. They analyze and answer questions about her work and how it is linked to science then they research pesticide usage and alternative methods.
Curated OER
September 11, 2001
Third graders discuss one thing that makes them feel special. They read the book "We're Different, We're the Same" and discuss the differences they saw in the people in the book. They discuss how they would treat others who are different...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Victorian Literature: Introduction
This is the introduction to a unit on Victorian Literature, a period describing the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901) as prudish and old fashioned, but is considered by some as a second English Renaissance, a time of wealth, power, and...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Contemporary Literature: Contemporary Issues
This lesson is an introduction to contemporary issues in today's literature and the use of propaganda and persuasion.
Henry J. Sage
Sage American History: Social and Cultural Issues in the Antebellum Period
Article covering Antebellum social and cultural movements including education reform, literature, Seneca Falls, immigration, and religion.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Artifacts and Fiction: Workshop in American Literature
This workshop, which is divided into eight segments, teaches how to use primary source artifacts from a variety of genres to support the teaching and learning of specific pieces of literature. The genres include visual arts, political...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Professional Development Workshops and Courses
Annenberg Media offers over 50 workshops and courses for teachers which can be used for graduate credit (through Colorado State University), for Continuing Education Units (CEUs), or for enrichment. The courses cover subjects in The...
Utah Education Network
Uen: What Makes the Writer Write?
This lesson plan engages students in reading and research related to the Victorian Era. Students will analyze this time period's influence on the writings of Charles Dickens. Then students will analyze how today's authors incorporate...
Middlebury College
Middlebury College: Papers on Dostoevsky
This site provides links to nine essays written by students at Middlebury College for a Spring 1996 course on Dostoevsky. The topics range from "Dostoevsky and Social Issues" to "Dostoevsky and the Theme of Children."
Other
Isabel Allende
The Chilean author Isabel Allende's official website--includes biographical information as well as summaries and reviews of her work. The site also contains a list of awards, a photo gallery, and other resources.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Contemporary Issues: Extra Curricular Activities
This lesson focuses on the pros and cons of extra-curricular activities for kids; while positive effects have been proven, overscheduled kids may have trouble keeping up with the activities and school work. It features links to opposing...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Harlem Renaissance Authors
As part of a study of the Harlem Renaissance, students will do research on a Harlem Renaissance author. Individually, students will use websites to gain information about the author and the author's impact in literature and society....
Huntington Library
Huntington Library: The Poetry and Prose of Langston Hughes [Pdf]
In this lesson plan, 11th graders explore how the poetry of Langston Hughes reflected political and social issues of the time and how literature can support social change.
CommonLit
Common Lit: Walking Down Park by Nikki Giovanni
Nikki Giovanni is one of the foremost authors of the Black Arts Movement and has won numerous awards. Her work ranges from covering topics on race, gender, the African American experience and social issues to children's literature and...