Learners visit the Newport Mansions. For this Gilded Age lesson, students explore the architecture and design of The Breakers, The Elms, and Marble House. Learners create visual presentations that show the artistic features of the homes...

Learners research the history of the Statue of Liberty and the symbols associated with it. They read and discuss Emma Lazarus' poem and why it should persuade people to donate money to bring the statue to America. Students role-play as...