Lesson 1 Objective 1
Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Biography books about Eleanor Roosevelt, pictures of Eleanor Roosevelt
Introduction:
  • Show pictures of Eleanor Roosevelt and ask the children if they know who she is.
  • Explain that Eleanor Roosevelt was an inspirational woman who lived in the past and is famous for her work.
Development:
  • Read a biography book about Eleanor Roosevelt to the class, highlighting key information such as where and when she lived.
  • Show pictures of important events in Eleanor Roosevelt's life and discuss them with the class.
Conclusion:
  • Review the key information learned about Eleanor Roosevelt.
  • Ask the children to share one interesting thing they learned about her.
Assessment:
  • Have the children draw a picture of Eleanor Roosevelt and write a sentence about what they learned about her.
Lesson 2 Objective 2
Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Informational articles about Eleanor Roosevelt's contributions, art supplies
Introduction:
  • Review the previous lesson on Eleanor Roosevelt.
  • Ask the children if they know any contributions she made to society and culture.
Development:
  • Read and discuss informational articles about Eleanor Roosevelt's contributions, focusing on the impact she had during her time.
  • Engage the children in a group discussion about how her work has influenced the world.
  • Have the children create a collage or artwork depicting one of Eleanor Roosevelt's contributions.
Conclusion:
  • Reflect on the importance of Eleanor Roosevelt's contributions and how they continue to inspire others.
Assessment:
  • Have the children present their artwork and explain the contribution they chose to depict.
Lesson 3 Objective 3
Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Chart paper, markers, sticky notes
Introduction:
  • Ask the children if they can think of any ways Eleanor Roosevelt's work connects to their own lives.
  • Discuss the concept of human rights and how they are relevant to everyone.
Development:
  • Brainstorm with the children about different rights and responsibilities they have as individuals.
  • Create a chart with two columns: "Rights" and "Responsibilities".
  • Have the children write or draw their ideas on sticky notes and place them under the appropriate column on the chart.
Conclusion:
  • Discuss how Eleanor Roosevelt fought for human rights and how the children can also make a positive impact in their own lives.
Assessment:
  • Observe the children's participation in the discussion and their contributions to the chart.
Lesson 4 Objective 4
Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Large piece of paper, markers, pictures or drawings of key events in Eleanor Roosevelt's life
Introduction:
  • Explain to the children that they will be creating a timeline of Eleanor Roosevelt's life.
  • Show pictures or drawings of key events in her life and briefly discuss each one.
Development:
  • Divide the large piece of paper into sections representing different time periods in Eleanor Roosevelt's life.
  • Working as a class, place the pictures or drawings in chronological order on the timeline.
  • Discuss the significance of each event as it is added to the timeline.
Conclusion:
  • Review the completed timeline and discuss the impact of Eleanor Roosevelt's life.
Assessment:
  • Observe the children's participation in creating the timeline and their understanding of the events.
Lesson 5 Objective 1, Objective 2
Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Internet access, computers or tablets
Introduction:
  • Recap the previous lessons on Eleanor Roosevelt.
  • Explain that the children will be researching more about her life and contributions.
Development:
  • Provide the children with a list of questions to research about Eleanor Roosevelt, such as her family, education, and specific accomplishments.
  • Allow the children to use computers or tablets to find information and take notes.
  • Encourage them to discuss and share their findings with each other.
Conclusion:
  • Have the children present one interesting fact they discovered about Eleanor Roosevelt.
Assessment:
  • Evaluate the children's research notes and their ability to share their findings.
Lesson 6 Objective 3, Objective 4
Time allocation: 60 minutes
Resources needed: Craft materials, construction paper
Introduction:
  • Remind the children of the contributions and impact of Eleanor Roosevelt.
  • Discuss how they can apply her lessons to their own lives.
Development:
  • Guide the children in making a personal timeline of their own lives, highlighting important events or achievements.
  • Encourage them to reflect on their own contributions to society and culture.
Conclusion:
  • Have the children share their personal timelines and discuss their goals for the future.
Assessment:
  • Evaluate the children's ability to create a personal timeline and their understanding of connecting Eleanor Roosevelt to their own lives.