Centre Avenue sixth graders discovered a fun and creative way to enhance their nonfiction text lessons and add life to their Historical Figure Biography Project.

Using nonfiction text and online resources, students gathered information and learned about a famous historical figure. The final projects included a presentation of their research to their classmates while dressed as their subject.

Our “special guests” included Pocahontas, Steve Jobs, Helen Keller, Plato, Jane Goodall, Thomas Edison, Elvis Presley, Milton Hershey, Sally Ride, Sacagawea, Anne Frank and more!

Students discovered how each person made their mark in history and what obstacles they encountered throughout their lives. Their research also allowed them to explore the human qualities and traits helped each historical figure become successful.

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Date Added: 11/10/2022