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Granting women the right to vote was a long time coming and took many efforts. Young historians select one woman involved in the suffrage movement to research. They compare and contrast the depictions of their subject in mainstream and suffrage news media and present their findings to the class. After discussing the importance of these individuals, the class votes for the woman they believe had the most significant impact on the suffrage movement.
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Instructional Ideas
- Encourage individuals to submit their researched event for consideration in the NewseumED timeline
- Use the resource during March's Women's History Month and or during a study of the Suffrage Movement
Classroom Considerations
- A free account is required to view the timeline
- Requires individual copies of the three-page worksheet for each participant
- Class members need access to devices with internet
Pros
- Includes a completed worksheet as an example
- The six-page packet includes detailed directions, discussion questions, and a list of research options
Cons
- None