Lesson 1: Discovering Maureen Potter
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| 45 minutes | Pictures of Maureen Potter, internet |
**Introduction:**
Introduce Maureen Potter as a historical figure. Show pictures of Maureen Potter and ask students if they have heard of her before.
**Development:**
- Research together where and when Maureen Potter lived.
- Discuss what Maureen Potter is famous for.
- Watch short clips of Maureen Potter's performances.
**Conclusion:**
Summarize what the students have learned about Maureen Potter.
**Assessment:**
Ask students to draw a picture of Maureen Potter and write one fact they learned about her.
Lesson 2: Exploring Maureen Potter's Contributions
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| 45 minutes | Videos of Maureen Potter's performances, paper |
**Introduction:**
Recap what students know about Maureen Potter. Introduce the concept of contributions to society and culture.
**Development:**
- Watch videos of Maureen Potter's performances.
- Discuss the impact Maureen Potter had on her time and how her work has influenced the world.
**Conclusion:**
Ask students to share their thoughts on Maureen Potter's contributions.
**Assessment:**
Have students write a short paragraph about how Maureen Potter's work has influenced the world.
Lesson 3: Connecting Maureen Potter to Your Life
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| 45 minutes | Paper, pens |
**Introduction:**
Discuss with students how historical figures can still be relevant to our lives today.
**Development:**
- Brainstorm ways in which Maureen Potter's work connects to their lives.
- Have students share if they have any family stories related to Maureen Potter.
**Conclusion:**
Reflect on the connections made between Maureen Potter and their lives.
**Assessment:**
Ask students to write a short reflection on how Maureen Potter's work can inspire them in their own lives.
Lesson 4: Designing a Timeline of Maureen Potter's Life
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| 45 minutes | Paper, markers |
**Introduction:**
Explain the concept of a timeline to students.
**Development:**
- Research together the key events in Maureen Potter's life.
- Have students create a timeline of Maureen Potter's life using markers and paper.
**Conclusion:**
Have students present their timelines to the class and discuss the key events.
**Assessment:**
Assess the accuracy and completeness of the timelines created by the students.
Lesson 5: Maureen Potter's Impact on Society and Culture
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| 45 minutes | Articles about Maureen Potter, paper |
**Introduction:**
Discuss with students the concept of impact on society and culture.
**Development:**
- Read articles about Maureen Potter's impact on society and culture.
- Have students discuss in groups the ways in which Maureen Potter has influenced society.
**Conclusion:**
Summarize the key points discussed in the group discussions.
**Assessment:**
Ask students to write a short paragraph about the impact Maureen Potter had on society and culture.
Lesson 6: Reflecting on Maureen Potter's Legacy
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| 45 minutes | Reflection sheets |
**Introduction:**
Ask students to reflect on what they have learned about Maureen Potter so far.
**Development:**
- Have students write in their reflection sheets about what they find most inspiring about Maureen Potter.
- Discuss as a class the legacy Maureen Potter has left behind.
**Conclusion:**
Encourage students to think about how they can carry forward Maureen Potter's legacy in their own lives.
**Assessment:**
Review the reflection sheets completed by the students for insights into what they have learned and how they have connected with Maureen Potter's story.