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This Abigail in Mourning lesson plan also includes:
- Abigail Adams, the Writer: “My pen is always freer than my tongue.”
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People deal with grief in different ways. The series of Abigail Adams' letters in this lesson reveals how she dealt with losing her mother, father, and community members. The included worksheet helps young scholars identify the tone and the themes in these poignant missives.
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Instructional Ideas
- Be sensitive to the fact that some class members may have lost a family member; research and post information about support services on campus and in the community
- Use the series during Women's History Month in March
Classroom Considerations
- The eighth lesson in a 16-lesson unit focusing on the letters of Abigail Adams
- Lessons should be taught in order
- Copies are required
Pros
- The included worksheet helps learners identify what her letters reveal about Abigail Adam's character
Cons
- None