Possible topics could include transportation, recreation, communication, or community service. Students draw conclusions on the impact of these technologies on living conditions, life expectancy, and economy. Students describe the influence of the river, ocean, hills, and other natural surroundings on the culture, technology, and lifestyles of their community throughout a given period of time. Comparison of childhood, past and present Students examine toys, school supplies, and clothing of children in the early 1900s. They draw pictures or use magazine photographs to depict these items in modern times.
Students then describe the similarities and differences between childhood in the past and present.