Contributor’s Name (Your Name): Morandi Hurst
This cycle of study includes kickoff and culminating activities exploring foundations of self, as well as a group initiative on developing strong foundations, a procedural lesson with accompanying shelfwork on classroom jobs, a lesson plan on the Arrival of Columbus, a lesson plan on Ancient Civilizations, and a lesson plan adaptation of the Great Lesson on Native Americans.
Theme: Foundations
Geared toward ages: 12-14
Kick off: Human Identity Outline
Seminar Title: Encounters by Jane Yolen
Discussion Topics: U.S. History
Group Initiative: Human Pyramid
Project: Historical Individual
Outside Opportunity: Lakewood Neighborhood Study