Learning History With American Girl Doll Felicity
This 3 week class is all about the American Girl Doll Felicity Merriman! Students will learn about the life in 1774, the Revolutionary war and life in Colonial Williamsburg. We will end the class by a doll sized fan.
Sara Sunderlin
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(266)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This class is all about the American Girl Felicity Merriman! In this 3 week class, students will learn about the Revolutionary War and life in 1774! I will introduce the students to George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. We will briefly talk about the Boston Tea Party, the Declaration of Independence, and the differences between Loyalists and Patriots. Felicity's best friend, Elizabeth is a Loyalist, and Felicity is trying to figure out where she stands. We will also discuss what Felicity's life was like in Colonial Williamsburg. The students do not have to pre-read the books before class, but they can if they wish! On our last week of class, we will make a fan out of mini popsicle sticks for our dolls. Learning to be a lady in 1774, Felicity would have been encouraged to have a fan with her in the hot weather. The students will paint with water colors making a beautiful and realistic looking paper fan! *Note that there is homework to bake the salt dough between weeks two and three.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to explain the Revolutionary War and what life was like living in Colonial Williamsburg in 1774.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
*When learning about the year 1774, I do understand that slavery did exist. I also understand that the issue of slavery can be a sensitive subject. I plan to answer any questions in a caring and kind way. I also plan to teach the History behind the Revolutionary War and this time period, making sure to stay fact based.
Supply List
For the first two classes, students will need printed worksheets from the classroom as well as something to write with. For the second class, students will also need scissors and a glue-stick. For the paper fan, they will need... -mini popsicle sticks -a paper fastener -water color paper -water colors -scotch tape -a hole punch (or the popsicle sticks already drilled)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
I am using the main book "Welcome to Felicity's World of 1774: Life in Colonial America"
Joined April, 2020
4.9
266reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a certified K-6 teacher with a minor in Early Childhood Development. I also am an avid History lover, who has over 10 years experience teaching History to my own children. Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
45 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
2-10 learners per class
