Books provide entertainment and information. They are storehouses of ideas and cultures, and they give us the opportunity to walk in another’s shoes, teaching us empathy and understanding.
But what happens when some people consider the contents of certain books inappropriate? Who should decide what books are available, particularly in schools? And does it matter if the book is required reading, or simply available on a bookshelf in a library?
Explore these concepts along with the Pico v. Island Trees School District (1982) Supreme Court case, which established that books cannot be removed from schools simply because people disagree with the ideas within them or find them offensive.
What's Included in a Lesson:
Discover the comprehensive resources included in our Banned Books – Censored in School lesson:
- Student video viewing guide (with a note-taking section and 4 thematic questions)
- Video Lesson
- Lesson activity one
- Online formative assessment
- Lesson activity two
Our carefully designed lesson components work together to create an engaging and immersive learning experience, promoting critical thinking, and academic growth. From thought-provoking preview questions and informative video lessons to interactive activities and assessments, each element supports your students' understanding of key concepts and encourages meaningful discussions. Explore the richness of our Virtual International Field Trip lessons and inspire your students to embark on an exciting educational adventure that will broaden their perspectives and ignite their curiosity.
Lesson Presentation:
Select the preferred format for your lesson plan and access the interactive content designed to enrich your teaching experience.
Lesson Resources:
Our comprehensive Lesson Resources section includes an Educator How-To-Use Guide, providing step-by-step instructions and strategies for seamless lesson implementation. Engage your students with the Student Viewing Guide, which focuses their attention on key concepts and promotes active learning during the video lesson. Extend the learning experience with Lesson Activity One and Lesson Activity Two, offering interactive exercises that reinforce understanding and encourage critical thinking. With these carefully crafted resources at your fingertips, you'll have everything you need to create a dynamic and immersive educational journey for your students.
Online Formative Assessment:
Each lesson has an 11-question formative assessment, ten multiple choice questions, and one written response that will test your students' general understanding of the video. This can be done in class with technology or issued for homework.
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