WInter Break Extra Credit

As we head in to our much needed break I'd like to offer some extra credit for my students. When the days get slow and you start to miss social studies, please consider completing one of these projects. Each assignment will be worth an additional daily grade. They will be due by Wednesday, January 8th.

Assignment 1- Early 1800's Inventions
As we begin to cover advancements due to the Industrial Revolution we will be discussing some inventions and processes that helped along the boom. Students may develop a poster that illustrates one of the following inventions or processes.

Cotton Gin

Steam Engine

Railroads

Interchangable Parts

Canal Locks

Posters should identify:

1) Who created it?

2) How did it work?

3) How did it improve society?

Assignment 2- Historical Movies
There are many good movies about American History that we have been unable to view due to ratings or just time issues. If you're parents will let you see one of the following movies you may complete a 400 word report on it. While characters make a good story be more concerned with the content and historical implications. Each movie is linked to the IMDb page showing ratings and a brief synopsis.
The Patriot
Glory
Lincoln
John Adams (mini-series)
Gettysburg

Have a great break and Happy Holidays!