1. Day/Topic Day- 2/ Origins of American values and concepts
Objectives SWBAT use the 5 senses to describe what freedom means
to them.
SWBAT compare and contrast their personal ideas about
freedom to the American concept of freedom.
SWBAT identify songs about freedom and pull out words
that are strongly linked to freedom and the American
concept of freedom.
Competencies Students will be able to explain the origins of American
values and American concepts of courage, freedom,
equality, and justice.
Common Core Key Ideas and Details ( 1,2)
Craft and Structure (1, 3)
Agenda 1. Do Now: Close your eyes and imagine the word
freedom. What does it mean to you? What does
freedom sound, taste, and feel like? (5-6 sentences)
2. Use computers to look up a song and lyrics about
freedom. Analyze the song. What is the message?
What describing words does it use to paint a picture
of freedom?
3. Share and discuss, compare and contrast songs.
4. Begin John Adams.
Assignments Freedom Song Assignment (25 points)
Discussion (30 points)