Week 10 Day 2

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Email Mrs. Lee for questions about the lesson

clee@davincitree.academy

Social Studies:

Today our learning objective will focus and center on Civil Rights.  We will review some of the key concepts of Civil Rights.  We will also discuss and review the ideas and principles this country was founded on and the key players and movements that have made America what it is today.  

Then we will head on over to EPIC.  We will read about the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and touch upon the immigrant experience.  

Reading:

Click on the link below to hear a reading of Paper Son, a story about a Chinese immigrant. 

A reading log will be provided for you, make sure to complete a summary for Paper Son.

Additional links are provided on the links highlighted from my Agenda Video about the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island if you would like to continue your exploration.  

https://www.getepic.com/app/read/37382

https://www.getepic.com/app/read/45535

Writing

You will compose a welcome speech introducing the “Dreamers” and immigrants to this country.  I want you to tell them about America.  What do you think America stands for?  What can they expect to find here today and what can they hope for in terms of the future of America?  

Write 2 paragraphs minimum, 6-8 sentences each.