[Detail] Strawberry pickers near Lakeland, Florida
Lesson Overview
Most people in Central Florida came from somewhere else. Students first analyze life histories from American Life Histories, 1936-1940 to learn oral history techniques. They then interview and photograph these "transplants" and collect their life stories. In the process, students strengthen their communication skills and learn of the diverse experiences of people who now call Central Florida home.
Objectives
Students will be able to:
- be able to search online and other sources effectively;
- develop visual literacy skills through analysis of historical photographs;
- become acquainted with New Deal programs and the experiences of Depression-era Americans;
- improve communciation skills through the oral history interview process.
Standards
Time Required
- Two weeks
Recommended Grade Level
- 6-8
- 3-5
Topic
- City & Regional History
- Immigration & Ethnic Heritage
Era
- Great Depression and WWII, 1929-1945
Credits
Laura Wakefield & Joy Penney
