Las chicas de la pólvora: explorando los arsenales de la época de la Guerra Civil
Tres verdaderas tragedias de la Guerra Civil que rodearon las vidas de mujeres jóvenes y niñas perdidas en el tiempo pero no olvidadas.
April Rogers
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Número de reseñas:(293)
Qué está incluido
3 reuniones en vivo
3 horas presencialesExperiencia de clase
Nivel de inglés: desconocido
Grado de EE. UU. 5 - 8
Nivel Beginner - Advanced
Going on a historical journey to uncover the untold stories of young women and girls who worked in arsenals during the Civil War period, explore the harrowing experiences of these workers, their sacrifices, and the tragedies that befell them. Discover the impact of their labor on the war effort and on society at large. Execution curriculum overview: Class 1 (Allegheny Arsenal): Delve into the event at Allegheny Arsenal in Lawrenceville, PA, on September 18th, 1862. Class 2 (Confederate States laboratory): Explore the tragic incident at the Confederate States laboratory in Richmond, VA, on March 13th, 1863. Class 3 (Washington Arsenal): Investigates the history of Washington in Washington, DC, and the events of June 17th, 1864. Throughout the course, students will analyze the roles of young women in arsenals, the reasons behind their employment, and the repercussions of the deadly explosions. Discussions will focus on accountability, historical context, and the lasting impact of these events. Class structure: Each class session will combine lectures, interactive discussions, and multimedia presentations to bring the history to life. Students will engage with primary sources, images, and documents to deepen their understanding of the arsenals and the experiences of the young women who worked there. A PowerPoint presentation will supplement the learning materials provided.
Programa de estudios
Plan de estudios
Sigue en plan de estudios Teacher-Created3 Lecciones
más de 3 semanasLección 1:
Allegheny Arsenal, Lawrenceville, PA.
Week 1, we will explore the vital role of women in civil war ammunition production, focusing on their work in cartridge rooms, especially in room #6, the caps cylinder room period we will discuss the importance of ammunition production for the war effort, the challenges faced by workers, and the risk involved. We will examine how investigations were conducted to determine the cause of the tragic events resulting from a single spark. 60 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Lección 2:
Confederate States Laboratory, Richmond, VA
Week 2, we will explore the historical context of the Confederate States laboratory in Richmond, VA, and the significance of the explosion. We will trace the route from 7th St. to Browns Island, examining their operations during the Civil War period. We will investigate the involvement of African American women in Confederate arsenals, discuss friction primers and the part they played in the explosion, and explore the investigation and support efforts after the critical incident. 60 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
Lección 3:
Washington Arsenal, Washington DC
Week 3, we will explore the Washington arsenal in Washington, DC, and the tragic explosion. We will discuss the experiences of the government girls who worked at the arsenal located at Greenleaf Point, and the response to the disaster, including investigations and the coroner's inquest. Additionally, we will look at the themes of death and decorum in the aftermath, the funeral procession, and the lasting monument that honors the event. 60 minutos de lección en vivo en línea
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Necesidades de aprendizaje
This class is intentionally designed to support learners with unique learning needs, including ADHD, dyslexia, and neurodivergent individuals. Various strategies will be implemented to create an inclusive and accessible learning environment
Orientación para padres
All material covered during class is age appropriate. Parents are welcome to sit in during class.
Recursos externos
Los estudiantes no necesitarán utilizar ninguna aplicación o sitio web más allá de las herramientas estándar de Outschool.
Se unió el June, 2017
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293reseñas
Experiencia y certificaciones del docente
I hold a BA in History with minors in Women's Studies and Humanities as well as an MA in History. My area of specialty is women's history (My studies also include the history of Women of Color and Indigenous Women), and American (United States) history from the 1560s to the 1960s. I recently completed continuing education courses covering World History from 1200 to the present, Early European History, and Modern European History. Reseñas
Clase grupal
17 US$
semanalmente o 50 US$ por 3 clases1 x por semana, 3 semanas
60 min
Completado por 9 alumnos
Videoconferencias en vivo
Edades: 10-15
3-15 alumnos por clase
