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Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Pictures of Elizabeth Blackwell, whiteboard, markers Introduction: Begin by showing pictures of Elizabeth Blackwell and ask students if they know who she is. Explain that Elizabeth Blackwell was the first woman to become a doctor in the United States. Discuss what it means to be an inspirational woman. Development: Have students work in pairs to research and find out more about Elizabeth Blackwell, including where and when she lived, and what she is famous for. Provide printouts or online resources for students to gather information. Encourage them to take notes. Conclusion: Ask students to share their findings with the class. Discuss the importance of Elizabeth Blackwell's achievements and how she paved the way for other women in the medical field. Emphasize that anyone can achieve their dreams with determination and hard work. Assessment: Observe students' active participation during the discussion and note their ability to share information about Elizabeth Blackwell. |
Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Whiteboard, markers Introduction: Recap the previous lesson's discussion on Elizabeth Blackwell. Explain that today, students will explore her contributions to society and culture. Development: Divide students into small groups and assign each group a specific aspect of Elizabeth Blackwell's work, such as her impact on women's rights, healthcare, or education. Have them discuss and brainstorm the ways in which her work has influenced the world. Each group should prepare a short presentation to share with the class. Conclusion: Allow each group to present their findings and discuss the overall impact of Elizabeth Blackwell's contributions. Encourage students to reflect on how her work has shaped the world they live in today. Assessment: Assess students' ability to identify and explain the impact of Elizabeth Blackwell's work through their group presentations. |
Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Paper, colored pencils, markers Introduction: Begin by asking students to think about the qualities and characteristics that make someone inspirational. Discuss as a class. Development: Instruct students to create a personal connection between themselves and Elizabeth Blackwell. They can do this by imagining a conversation with her or by writing a letter to her, expressing their admiration and asking questions. Students should also reflect on how her story inspires them in their own lives. Conclusion: Allow students to share their personal connections with the class, if they wish. Discuss the common themes and lessons they have learned from Elizabeth Blackwell's story. Assessment: Assess students' ability to make a personal connection to Elizabeth Blackwell through their written work and their participation in the discussion. |
Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Large chart paper, markers Introduction: Remind students about the importance of timelines in understanding a person's life and achievements. Explain that they will be creating a timeline of Elizabeth Blackwell's life. Development: Divide the class into small groups and distribute large chart papers and markers. Instruct each group to create a timeline of Elizabeth Blackwell's life, including important events and milestones. They can use information from previous lessons and additional research. Conclusion: Ask each group to present their timeline to the class. Discuss the similarities and differences among the timelines, and the significance of the events included. Assessment: Assess students' ability to accurately depict the timeline of Elizabeth Blackwell's life through their group presentations and their inclusion of key events. |
Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Art supplies (paper, colored pencils, markers, etc.) Introduction: Begin by discussing the importance of visual representation in understanding and honoring historical figures. Explain that students will be creating artwork inspired by Elizabeth Blackwell. Development: Provide examples of artwork related to Elizabeth Blackwell or the medical field for inspiration. Instruct students to create their own artwork that represents Elizabeth Blackwell's achievements and the impact she had on society. They can use any art medium and should include a short description or explanation of their artwork. Conclusion: Allow students to share their artwork with the class. Discuss the different interpretations and messages conveyed through the artwork. Reflect on the power of art in celebrating inspirational women like Elizabeth Blackwell. Assessment: Assess students' ability to visually represent Elizabeth Blackwell's achievements and the impact she had on society through their artwork and their ability to articulate the meaning behind their creations. |
Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Elizabeth Blackwell's biography, paper, markers Introduction: Recap the previous lessons' discussions and activities on Elizabeth Blackwell. Explain that today, students will be reflecting on all they have learned and creating a final written piece. Development: Instruct students to write a short essay or reflection piece about Elizabeth Blackwell, summarizing her life and achievements. They should also include a personal reflection on the impact she has had on their own lives. Conclusion: Allow students to share their written pieces with the class, if they wish. Discuss the common themes and reflections that emerge from their work. Assessment: Assess students' ability to effectively summarize Elizabeth Blackwell's life and achievements, as well as their ability to reflect on her impact on their own lives through their written work. |