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Remember
September 11
(6-8)
9/11
Memories (n08)
Subject
English, language arts
Objective
To
record your memories of that day and to write
a journal to use with students in the future.
Time
Needed
Four
to five class periods
Materials
Paper, pencil or pen, dictionary or computer and
printer
Lesson
(Day
One) The following points will be used in an oral
discussion prior to the assignment-
1) Where were you when you heard the news?
2) What was your gut reaction when you realized
the news was true?
3) How do you think this will affect your future,
the future of America & of the world?
Teacher can begin discussion by saying that
when historic events occur (Pearl Harbor, assassination
of JFK), celebrities are often asked to write
down their thoughts for a quote in the news
to be used for posterity. Your answers to the
same types of questions will be compiled in
a 9/11 memories album. This will be used as
a history book for students in the future who
weren't around to witness this historic event.
The students can use the remainder of Day One
to begin their graphic organizer.
(Day Two) Complete the graphic organizer &
begin the rough draft.
(Day Three) Finish the rough draft, begin editing
(Day Four & Five) Work on final draft
Enhancements
- Consider
the use of body movement, dance to enhance the
exploration of memories that would go into the
journal
Source:
Cathy Nopoli, New River Middle School, Fort Lauderdale,
FL
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