Making History!

My goal this week is to engage the students, especially 7th and 8th grades, in the immense significance of Barack Obama's election to the Presidency of the United States. This would have been an impossible dream only 40 years ago. Just in my lifetime, America has moved from Jim Crow laws, forced school busing, and segregation to having an African-American man elected to the government's highest office. WOW!
In light of this, the following project has been assigned. It is due next Wednesday, Nov. 12. The grade will depend on the quality of the finished work.
Here are the guidelines:
(the sample layouts will be presented in class, I don't know how to add them to this!

FOR 7TH-8TH GRADE ESOL STUDENTS-
Making History! Poster project
ESOL developing/expanding level

Objective- Students will compile news articles to capture and appreciate the historical significance of Barack Obama’s election!

Materials -

At least 2 English language newspapers
2 banner headlines
1 foreign language newspaper or magazine
4-6 pictures
4 news articles (minimum)
Optional- Internet commentary from other world leaders
Large poster board or tri-fold

“Editorial” comments-
In their own words, student will describe what the historical importance of this election means to them, the country, and the global community. Writing should reflect an understanding of the articles included with the project. Editorial should be centered on the board. Articles and pictures must be neatly cut and glued to the board.

The editorial must be in ink, preferably typed and SPELL-CHECKED.


Sample project layout-

Grading will be based on completion of all elements required, writing, and neatness.

Beginning-level

1 English-language newspaper, with banner headline
1 foreign-language newspaper or magazine, with headline

Students will select 1 article from each paper, with pictures.
Poster board

Editorial- Student will write about why Obama’s election is important to them as a newcomer to America. Basic understanding of the news articles should be reflected in the editorial.

Headlines, articles, and pictures will be neatly cut out and glued to the poster board or tri-fold. Student editorial should be typed, or in ink, and centered on the board.

Sample project layout

PLEASE contact me by phone or 'comment' with any questions or concerns!