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I first read Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson in college for my education degree. I remember loving the historical accuracy, the dynamic characters, and the themes of resiliency and triumph. At the time, the novel seemed otherworldly. Although I knew it actually took place in Philadelphia in the 1700s, I could not imagine something… Continue reading 7 PBL Lesson Ideas Fever 1793 Laurie Halse Anderson
Johnny Tremain, written by Esther Forbes, is a timeless book that has spanned and thrived with several generations of students. First published in 1943, Johnny Tremain still captivates readers with its enduring language and with its factual and fascinating historical events that are interwoven throughout the storyline. Readers sympathize with Johnny, an orphan silversmith apprentice,… Continue reading 7 Johnny Tremain Project-Based Learning Activities
STEM and literature are not two subjects that seemingly go hand-in-hand, like science and math, or history and reading. Yet, STEM within literature is a beautiful combination of cross-curricular magic. At Obsessed with Learning, we believe that STEM within literature is a gateway for students to dive into the shoes of the characters and to… Continue reading How to Integrate STEM into Novel Studies and Literature Units
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