Teacher: Why is this story important? Why does it matter to us today?
Student thoughts and sample storyboard
Students: Because it’s history.
Teacher: Why do I care about history?
Students: (With enthusiasm) Because it’s American history.
Teacher: Well, when I walk out to my car today, why do I care about American history. I’m not sure it matters.
Students: It teaches us
Teacher: It teachers us what?
Fast forward ten minutes
Students: History helps us know to make better decisions and to stay calm-headed when we go through tough situations.
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