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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

"The Faberge Eggs: Mementos of a Doomed Dynasty"

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students discuss the importance of the Faberge Eggs. In groups, they discuss the way various treasured items reflect the personal values and culture of a specific time period. They create their own exhibition to show their own family's...
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Website
PBS

Pbs: Faberge Eggs: Mementos of a Doomed Destiny

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting site that chronicles the history of Faberge Eggs, the life of Peter Carl Faberge, and where his inspiration came from. Also provides background on the history of Nicholas II and his reign as the czar of Russia. Many...
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Activity
Other

Broughton Int:nicholas and Alexandra: Last Imperial Family of Tsarist Russia

For Students 9th - 10th
An online view of the rich exhibition which toured America showcasing the lives of the last Imperial Family of Russia. It is about Nicholas and Alexandra, their family and lives, and photos of their treasures.