Time Traveling Detectives: The Case of the Secret Subway
In this one time class, learners use critical thinking and observational skills, and explore US history, as they travel back in time to investigate the strange case of the first subway in New York City, which was built in secret.
Kenna Walker
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(136)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Take a trip in a time machine to unravel the mystery of how New York City's first subway could be built completely in secret. Who was responsible for this incredible project? What was so unusual about this particular subway? And, why was it built in secret? Through a slide presentation, learners will travel back in time to 1870 New York City to explore the conditions in the city that led Alfred Ely Beach to take the enormous risk of secretly building a subway under Broadway, using technology he invented. Learners will be presented with facts from which they will be asked to draw conclusions. Using a handout I provide to guide them, students will record important details about this unusual project so that they can report back to Professor Macintosh and answer her questions about this mystery. All students will be encouraged to discuss their thoughts and ideas throughout our time together. There is no special experience or knowledge required for this class.
Learning Goals
Students will sharpen their critical thinking and observational skills, practice social skills, as well as learn about history as we work together to solve our mystery.
Other Details
Supply List
A one page handout will be available in the classroom one week before our class, to guide learners as we work together to solve our mystery. If it is not possible to print this page, a sheet of paper and something to write with may be used instead.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
136reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from The University of North Carolina
I have a degree in secondary social studies education, and 14 years of classroom teaching experience, both in public schools and homeschool enrichment classes.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
1-4 learners per class
