Identify the advantages and disadvantage of using the interent compared to using encylopedias and trade books. 22 copies of Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt worksheet encyclopedias, trade books, newspaper, magazines etc. Read first few pages as a class. Discuss with class how the freedom quilt was started in the story. Have students continue reading the rest of the story on their own.
Class is divided in half.
One half of class will research information about the underground railroad with a partner using the internet. Students may use printed text or downloaded videos or photos to enhance their research. Other half of class will research information with their partner using encylopedias, trade books, and other printed materials . Compile notes into a report. Partners will create a T chart to plot the advantage and disadvantage of using their assigned resource material.