A Study of the American Family
1) Carefully read over the information on the Web site below to learn about the
changes in the structure of the American family.
2) Open a word processor.
3) Add a heading and type in the following title: "Compare and Contrast the American Family since
World War II."
4) Insert a table with 6 rows and 2 columns below the title.
5) Label the top row of the table "Similarities" and "Differences."
6) Fill in the table based on your research.
| Lesson Name: A Study of the American Family | |
| Objective: Students will create a 2-column table documenting 5 similarities and 5 differences in the American family since World War II. | |
| Grade: (9-12) | Lesson Login: american_family |
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Additional disciplines: Computer Skills ELA Social Sciences Social Studies |
Materials: Computer with Internet access Paper and pen Word Processing software Printer, if using software |
| Interactive Whiteboard Tip: Have students share their tables with the class on the interactive whiteboard. This can be done individually or as groups. The whiteboard's pen/markers can be used to underline, circle or highlight the most important facts. | |
