Historical Context: The 30s and 40s

Welcome: Historical Context: The 30s and 40s
Description: Students work in teams of four to create a short piece of fiction that takes place in the true, historical context of a specific event that occurred in the 1930s or 1940s. Team members work together to create an engaging short story with well-developed characters, a detailed and accurate setting, compelling plot line, and attractive, original drawings.
Grade Level: 6-8
Curriculum: Social Studies
Keywords: 1930s, 1940s, short story, World War II, Great Depression
Author(s): Sandra Doran