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This Lesson 1: How Do Society’s Expectations Influence Education? lesson plan also includes:
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The history of women's education can be traced back to the delicate stitching of student samplers from the 19th century. Modern-day pupils examine and analyze four primary sources, three of which are images of embroidered samplers, which showcase each girl's sewing skill and societal values.
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Instructional Ideas
- Project the images of each item onto the board and have class members complete a gallery walk to note the necessary information
- Encourage learners to create their own samplers with fabric, paper, or any other materials they'd like to use
- Use the suggested activities as extension projects or opportunities for assessment
Classroom Considerations
- Based on a field trip to the Daughters of the American Revolution Museum, but adaptable for in-class use as well
- The first part of a three-lesson unit on women's education in America; refer to the attached teacher's guide for an overview of the entire unit
Pros
- Observation guide is versatile for use in any museum trip or activity that involves close note-taking
- Aligned to Common Core standards for speaking and listening, informational text, and social studies literacy
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- None
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