The Students
HISTORY CAN BE meaningful
Students value their history when they are familiar with it. Understanding one's past fosters a sense of belonging and enables students to grasp their place in the broader context. Come along for an engaging start-of-the-year initiative to help students recognize the significance of their history.
Who to write about ...
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Pick a person that you admire and want to know more about. This could be a family member, a neighbor, or someone you know in your community.
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Interview them, asking questions about their childhood experiences or how they survived past events. Perhaps they grew up on a ranch or had a unique experience living through a natural disaster.
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A list of interview questions are here.
What to write about ...
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Plan a one-page essay using your interview questions.
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Using the form we provide or other paper (blank or lined), write your essay in class. The time limit is one hour.
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Tips for good essays are found in the links below!
