Tell Me a Riddle Lesson Plan

The US Before and After WWII

Kind of Activity:

Group Work

Objective:

Students will utilize technology and research in a multimedia presentation of the stories' setting, events, and historical context

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.7, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.11-12.8

Structure:

This two-day activity will allow the students to connect the settings and stories of Tell Me a Riddle with coinciding historical events and broader historical themes using a range of media and technological tools. The students will research the events surrounding the stories and prepare a short presentation that they will present to the class so all students will have the...