This week has been an interesting learning experience. The students began the week reviewing what we had learned from our reading and research based on the material covered in Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee.
Introducing the "Great Depression", the "Dust Bowl", and The Grapes of Wrath has opened a lot of eyes. Students have discovered that their knowledge of the "Great Depression" is more vast than they knew. Discussions have been wide ranging, but intriguing as students have made links to last months learning and shown an understanding and a knowledge of the "Great Depression".
I have discovered some good materials on the internet and look forward to showing parts of the documentary on the "Dust Bowl" I found a very good resource with lesson plans and worksheets to go with the film. The students appear eager to hear survivors tales. There is also some eagerness to continue on, reading the book.
I believe the class is looking forward to next week's learning. Have a nice weekend!
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