Social Studies Lesson: Preserving History
Created by Teacher(s): Diane Gavin, Sustainable Jersey for Schools|Published on: July 23, 2024
Grades: 4
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Social Studies
Duration: 45 minutes
Created by: New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers
Region: New Jersey
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Synopsis
Students learn about lighthouse keepers, discuss a photo documentation project, and create their own.
Inquire: Students read about Katie Walker, a lighthouse keeper from the 1800s, to learn about the importance of documenting one’s local environment.
Investigate: Students explore a climate change photo documentation project and reflect on how documentation can preserve history.
Inspire: Students design their own photo montage to record the history of their class or school.
Share: This lesson plan is licensed under Creative Commons.
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Diane Gavin
Diane has been a New Jersey middle school educator for 25 years. A graduate of Rutgers University and The College of New Jersey, she has taught science and is passionate about the middle school educational philosophy that focuses on developing student learning along with social and emotional skills. Diane likes exploring nature by hiking or biking and loves New Jersey and all it has to offer.
Sustainable Jersey for Schools
Sustainable Jersey is a network and movement of municipalities, schools and school districts working collectively to bring about a sustainable New Jersey. Acting with state agencies, non-profit organizations, foundations, academia and industry, Sustainable Jersey researches best practices for what communities could and should do to contribute to a sustainable future.
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