Was Jane Addams a Wonder Woman in History?
Overview
Students analyze primary sources to investigate the life and deeds of Jane Addams, ultimately making an argument to recommend to answer this compelling question. After, students will review actions people can take to get qualified women to run for political office and then write a note to a woman they know, or their future selves, encouraging her to consider running.
Related Resources
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C3 Teachers The Inquiry Design Model
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Today in History: Jane Addams & Hull House
background information & primary sources -
She Should Run
organization website
Grade
Middle School
Subjects
Civics, Social Studies
Length
120-160 minutes
Topics
activists, Chicago, Hull House, Jane Addams, Nobel Prize, superheroes, women's history, Wonder Woman, world peace
Author
TPS Eastern Region