$20
weekly
American History Through the Lens of Washington DC & Its Monuments and Memorials
Completed by 19 learners
Ages 10-14
Live Group Class
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(366 reviews)
Live video meetings
1x per week
1-6 learners per class
60 min
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
This class is a series of patriotic lessons exploring history through the lens of monuments, memorials, and historic buildings in Washington, DC. I will teach the students about the structures and delve into their historical significance. For example, students will discover the history of the United States Capitol Building including the original and revised designs, usage of the building - especially the two houses of Congress, parts of the building (dome, rotunda, crypt, visitors' center, U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, former Supreme Courtroom, Statue of Freedom), and how it fits into the branches of government and the design of Washington, DC. The classes will be non-partisan and will include various points of view. Learners will view photos through PowerPoint slideshows as I use questioning techniques and discussion to encourage students to interact with each other and me. Following the PowerPoints, I will teach students a bit of American Sign Language for lesson vocabulary in some classes. They will create step-by-step drawings (highly successful and enjoyable with my former students!) that they may share with the class. I will invite students to explain one fact they learned. These classes will be informative, engaging, and supportive in a joyful, non-partisan environment. Week of 01/12/2025 Lincoln Memorial Week of 01/19/2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Week of 01/26/2025 Washington Monument Week of 02/09/2025 White House Week of 02/16/2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Week of 02./23/2025 U.S. Capitol Week of 03/02/2025 Franklin D. Roosevelt/Eleanor Roosevelt Week of 03/09/2025 Union Station Week of 03/16/2025 Alexander Hamilton Week of 03/30/2025 Jefferson Memorial Week of 04/06/2025 National Archives Week of 04/13/2025 Embassy Row Week of 04/20/2025 Einstein Memorial Week of 04/27/2025 Theodore Roosevelt Week of 05/04/2025 Holocaust Museum Week of 05/11/2025 Eleanor Roosevelt Week of 05/18/2025 Pentagon Week of 05/25/2025 Library of Congress Week of 06/01/2025 Rosa Parks Memorial Week of 06/08/2025 Frances Perkins Week of 06/15/2025 National Cathedral (secular class) Week of 06/22/2025 Supreme Court Week of 06/29/2025 National Air & Space Museum/Amelia Earhart, Charles Lindbergh/Moon Landing
Learning Goals
Students will learn about history by exploring various American monuments, memorials, and landmarks.Other Details
Parental Guidance
Materials needed for class:
• Piece of paper
• Pencil
• Black Sharpie or another black marker
• Crayons or Markers
• Watercolor paints (optional for the Washington Monument class)
Supply List
Learners will need the following for class: • Piece of paper • Pencil • Black Sharpie or another black marker • Crayons or Markers • Watercolor paints (optional for the Washington Monument class)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Sources of my research for this ongoing class include the following:
The History of US Series- Joy Hakim
ProQuest Congressional
Congress.gov
Digital Public Library of America
Constitution.org
National Archives & Records
Library of Congress
Britannica
Smithsonian
Bibliographies
Personal travel journals
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from University of Minnesota
My excitement about American symbols began with travels to Washington, DC. I loved stepping onto the exact spot Martin Luther King Jr. stood for his iconic I Have a Dream speech on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Walking through the White House thrilled me as I imagined the historic individuals who had walked its halls. I have enthusiastically taught many learners about Washington, DC through books, music, and plays. I'm so excited to share my knowledge and experience with Outschool students!
I am a teacher certified to teach elementary grades 1-6 and deaf/HH students pre-K-12. I worked as an educational interpreter for several years and as an elementary teacher for many years. My education and work history have provided the skills to teach American Sign Language to learners on Outschool.Reviews
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