Tag: perseverance

Just Like Rube Goldberg: The Incredible True Story of the Man Behind the Machines Lesson Activity

Take a look at this lesson plan on collaboration inspired by a picture book about Rube Goldberg.

The Boy Who Grew a Forest: The True Story of Jadav Payeng Lesson Activity

The Boy Who Grew a Forest Summary When Jadav Payeng was a little boy, he noticed the impact the rainy season had on his island. The heavy rains washed away soil and vegetation, leaving animals without shelter or food. It worried Payeng to find… Continue Reading “The Boy Who Grew a Forest: The True Story of Jadav Payeng Lesson Activity”

A Lady Has the Floor: Belva Lockwood Speaks Out for Women’s Rights

A Lady Has the Floor Summary Did you know there was a time when girls were not allowed to speak in front of an audience at school? During the mid 1800’s, Belva Lockwood saw this happening and knew it was wrong. She decided to… Continue Reading “A Lady Has the Floor: Belva Lockwood Speaks Out for Women’s Rights”

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