What Are the Props Behind Propaganda?

Overview
Students learn about the “props” or techniques political cartoonists to present a view on an issue (“propaganda”). Next, they analyze a series of Cold War political cartoons to investigate issues and perspectives related to the Cold War. After, students create their own political cartoon on a contemporary issue.
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Grade
High School, Middle School
Subjects
Art, Civics, Social Studies
Length
120-150 minutes
Topics
analogy, Bill Maudlin, Cold War, exaggeration, irony, labeling, political cartoons, propaganda, symbolism
Author
TPS Eastern Region