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Social Studies Lesson: Preserving History

Created by Teacher(s): Diane Gavin, Sustainable Jersey for Schools|Updated: October 23, 2024
Lesson Plan Grades 3-5 Created by New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers

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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.
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Subjects: Social Studies
Duration: 45 minutes
Region: New Jersey

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