Exposes in Different Eras: The Work of Dorothea Dix and Burton Blatt

What kind of treatment could a patient expect in an asylum during the 1800's? The abusive and neglectful conditions in 19th century asylums are the focus of a lesson that examines the work of reformers Nellie Bly, Dorothea Dix, and Dr....

Students examine the life and reform efforts of Dorothea Dix on behalf of people with disabilities. They discover how her efforts resulted in the passage of legislation. They also examine the care people with disabilities receive.

Students examine the life and efforts of Dorothea Dix on behalf of people with disabilities. They discover how she wanted to put people into asylums instead of leaving them in jail.

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.

Students examine the role of Dorothea Dix on behalf of people with disabilities. They discuss President Pierce's veto of legislation she helped create. They address the rights and responsibilities of citizen's and the role of government.

Is laughter really the best medicine? Middle and high schoolers discuss the truth behind this adage by reading and discussing a New York Times article about Dr. Patch Adams. They participate in a round-table debate in response to...

In this online interactive reading comprehension worksheet, students respond to 12 multiple choice questions based on Vanity Fair. Students may submit their answers to be scored.

Students view and discuss "The Transportation Revolution," a lecture by Peter A. Coclanis. They read and respond creatively to brief descriptions of railroad workers and their job responsibilities.

In this language skills worksheet, students read an article about World Sleep Day. Students respond to 6 matching questions, 29 fill in the blank questions, 30 multiple choice questions, 12 word scramble questions,...

Students examine the different types of language that is used to refer to people with disabilities. They discuss the influence others have on values and attitudes. They examine how the language has changed over time.