American Symbols: Discover the Lincoln Memorial!
Study Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK), Eleanor Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln as they learn about the Memorial and its place in government in Washington, DC in a class integrating American Sign Language, music, art, and US history.
Barb Lund
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(363)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursAssessment
I will assess students through questioning and observation in order to adapt instruction. I will also give the students the chance to report a fact they learned so I can assist them with further information if needed.Class Experience
US Grade 2 - 5
This class is part of a series of patriotic classes exploring American Symbols. The class will begin with the song "This Land is Your Land". Students will discover the history of the Lincoln Memorial including the design, the statue of Abraham Lincoln, the Gettysburg Address, events that occurred at the Memorial, and facts about Abraham Lincoln through a PowerPoint slide presentation. I will use questioning techniques and discussion as students interact with each other and with me. Following the PowerPoint, I will teach students American Sign Language to the song "This Land is Your Land" and for basic lesson vocabulary. Students will create a collage of Martin Luther King Jr. giving his "I Have a Dream" speech. They will draw, write, or tell one fact they learned. This class will be informative, engaging, and supportive in a joyful, non-partisan environment. Cameras will need to remain on throughout the class to facilitate interaction with each other and with me, and to allow me to assist in the students' sign language acquisition.
Learning Goals
Students will learn:
* The history of the Lincoln Memorial
* The history of Abraham Lincoln
* Lesson vocabulary and a song in American Sign Language
* Creation of a Martin Luther King Jr. collage
Other Details
Parental Guidance
No parental guidance will be needed beyond the class guidelines (keeping cameras on throughout the lesson).
Supply List
• One piece of paper • Pencil • Black Sharpie or other black marker • Crayons or Markers
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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 students about Washington, DC through books, music, and plays. I'm so excited to share American symbols with Outschool students!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 84 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
1-6 learners per class
