Britain was and is a stratified nation. History sleuths investigate the Georgian Era (1714-1830) of British history to gain an understanding of how the roles women played during this period were influenced by class, race, and religion. Scholars watch a PowerPoint, analyze images, and consider passages from advice literature to gain an understanding of the ideal Georgian woman.

Concepts

british history, primary source analysis, primary source images, primary sources, women's history, women's history month, sexism, gender bias

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Instructional Ideas

• Include the lesson as a part of March's Women's History Month or a unit study of Georgian England

Classroom Considerations

• Read through the entire lesson and the teaching packs to determine if appropriate for your classroom

Pros

• The seven activities are designed to encourage class members to compare their preconceptions to the realities

Cons

• None

Common Core

RI.9-10.1 RI.11-12.1