Home Remedies, Old Wives’ Tales, & Superstitions

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Home Remedies, Old Wives’ Tales, & Superstitions

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This lesson has students research and examine various superstitions, home remedies, and old wives’ tales in order to compile a classroom book. Students are encouraged to interview grandparents or other elders to solicit contributions.

Education Levels:

7, 8, 9

Subject:

State History, Human Behavior, Process Skills

Resource Type:

Lesson plan

Medium:

PDF

Fee Status:

Free

Beneficiary:

Students

Online provider:

West Virginia Humanities Council

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Keywords:

Superstitions, Old wives' tales, Luck, Folk medicine, Myths

Mediator:

Secondary school teachers, Middle school teachers

Publisher:

West Virginia Humanities Council

Is Part Of:

http://www.wvhumanities.org/

Language:

English

General

Essential Resources:

White construction paper or cardstock paper; Crayons; Colored pencils; Glue sticks; Scissors; Old newspapers or magazines

Learning Time:

90 minutes

Subjects/Topics

P21 Subject:

Language Arts, History

Instructional Methods

Assessment Method:

Authentic assessment

Interaction Method:

Small group instruction, Large Group instruction

Learning Outcomes:

Broad Correlation

Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects (2010)

Speaking and Listening Standards

Comprehension and Collaboration

2. Analyze the main ideas and supporting details presented in diverse media and formats (e.g., visually, quantitatively, orally) and explain how the ideas clarify a topic, text, or issue under study.

Broad Correlation

21st Century Social Studies Content Standards and Objectives for West Virginia Schools (2008)

West Virginia Studies

Standard: 5 History

Students will

organize, analyze and compare historical events, distinguish cause-effect relationships, theorize alternative actions and outcomes, and anticipate future application. (Chronology).
use the processes and resources of historical inquiry to develop appropriate questions, gather and examine evidence, compare, analyze and interpret historical data (Skills and Application).
examine, analyze and synthesize historical knowledge of major events, individuals, cultures and the humanities in West Virginia, the United States and the world (Culture and Humanities).
use historical knowledge to analyze local, state, national and global interdependence (Interpretation and Evaluation). and
examine political institutions and theories that have developed and changed over time; and research and cite reasons for development and change (Political Institutions).

interpret facts about West Virginia and other areas from various types of charts, graphs, maps, pictures, models, timelines and primary sources (e.g. letters, journals and publications) and summarize what you have learned.

Broad Correlation

21st Century Social Studies Content Standards and Objectives for West Virginia Schools (2008)

West Virginia Studies

Standard: 5 History

Students will

organize, analyze and compare historical events, distinguish cause-effect relationships, theorize alternative actions and outcomes, and anticipate future application. (Chronology).
use the processes and resources of historical inquiry to develop appropriate questions, gather and examine evidence, compare, analyze and interpret historical data (Skills and Application).
examine, analyze and synthesize historical knowledge of major events, individuals, cultures and the humanities in West Virginia, the United States and the world (Culture and Humanities).
use historical knowledge to analyze local, state, national and global interdependence (Interpretation and Evaluation). and
examine political institutions and theories that have developed and changed over time; and research and cite reasons for development and change (Political Institutions).

critique the significance of historical experience and of geographical, social and economic factors that have helped to shape both West Virginian and American society

Broad Correlation

21st Century Social Studies Content Standards and Objectives for West Virginia Schools (2008)

West Virginia Studies

Standard: 5 History

Students will

organize, analyze and compare historical events, distinguish cause-effect relationships, theorize alternative actions and outcomes, and anticipate future application. (Chronology).
use the processes and resources of historical inquiry to develop appropriate questions, gather and examine evidence, compare, analyze and interpret historical data (Skills and Application).
examine, analyze and synthesize historical knowledge of major events, individuals, cultures and the humanities in West Virginia, the United States and the world (Culture and Humanities).
use historical knowledge to analyze local, state, national and global interdependence (Interpretation and Evaluation). and
examine political institutions and theories that have developed and changed over time; and research and cite reasons for development and change (Political Institutions).

point out and locate places of historical importance in West Virginia that can be visited by tourists.

Broad Correlation

21st Century Social Studies Content Standards and Objectives for West Virginia Schools (2008)

West Virginia Studies

Standard: 5 History

Students will

organize, analyze and compare historical events, distinguish cause-effect relationships, theorize alternative actions and outcomes, and anticipate future application. (Chronology).
use the processes and resources of historical inquiry to develop appropriate questions, gather and examine evidence, compare, analyze and interpret historical data (Skills and Application).
examine, analyze and synthesize historical knowledge of major events, individuals, cultures and the humanities in West Virginia, the United States and the world (Culture and Humanities).
use historical knowledge to analyze local, state, national and global interdependence (Interpretation and Evaluation). and
examine political institutions and theories that have developed and changed over time; and research and cite reasons for development and change (Political Institutions).

compile lists of fairs and festivals in West Virginia that can be attributed to the influence of various cultural groups who have settled in the state, explain the heritage of the fair or festival and its significance to the preservation of West Virginia history.

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