Lesson Plan

Desperation: The Great Depression

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High schoolers examined the feelings of hopelessness that can result from losing their income, much like one-third of Americans experienced during the Depression in a small group lesson of a mock household. Students create a household budget and must write a one page response to the experience simulated.

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Resource Details
Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Instructional Strategy
Simulation
Year
2003