Review the Academic Content Standards related to this lesson. Examine the epitaphs and grave symbols presented in the article, and discuss their possible connections to the individuals and the society in which they were created. Design an epitaph for a deceased historical figure. 5, Research and write a brief biography on this historical figure, discussing his or her accomplishments and the relevance of the created epitaph. In the first five minutes of class, students write about anything that comes to mind when thinking about graveyards.
Students then share their writings.
Contrast this method to that of the Old Granary Burial Ground. Review the many epitaphs and grave symbols offered in the article. Discuss how these sayings and symbols might represent the people and time period to which they relate. For ease in searching for the epitaphs and symbols in the article, a list is provided below. Remember you must die.