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This Leaving Home Forever: What Would You Put In Your Suitcase? lesson plan also includes:
Scholars put themselves in an immigrant's shoes to decide what items they would take on their journey to a new home. Learners read primary sources, take part in a whole-class discussion, and make a list that they share with their peers, then categorize by type. Individuals write a paragraph detailing each item they chose to bring along.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Have participants create a visual representation of their beloved belongings using a medium of their choice
- Perform an online gallery walk where pupils post pictures of their chosen objects onto a classroom blog post, direct peers to reply to entries with positive feedback
Classroom Considerations
- The fourth resources in a series of 14
- Requires a variety of materials; browse the list to confirm which you need available for in-class and at-home use
- This topic is potentially triggering for youth and their families; be sure rules are set to have a safe and beneficial conversation
Pros
- It comes with optional homework activities
- Offers adaptation and extension opportunities
Cons
- None