Discover how personal narratives, digital media, and historical objects can transform how students in upper elementary grades can engage with the Revolutionary Era. Participants will screen clips from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new documentary series directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, premiering in November on PBS. Participants will examine objects from the National Museum of American History and explore PBS LearningMedia’s resources that amplify personal narratives, such as that of a young girl who came of age during the Revolution. These first-hand accounts help tell a more complete story of the era that resonates with younger students. This session is geared toward elementary teachers and will focus on building grade-appropriate inquiry skills.
Orlando Serrano, National Museum of American History
Alan Taylor, University of Virginia
