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Union Telegraph Line
Three Bridges over Green River
Mt. Sugarloaf and Trolley
Electric trolley
Pleasant Street, Northampton, Mass.
Women in Surrey
Rail Road, Station, Northampton, Mass.
Electric Car Bridge over Deerfield River, Shelburne Falls, Mass.
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Summary and Objective
Students will understand that aspects of transportation have changed significantly over time. Students will first brainstorm different modes of travel and create a time line showing the changes.
Teaching Plan
Step 1.
As a class, view items from the Digital Collection. These images may be used to begin a group discussion on how transportation has changed over time. The students may then brainstorm 8-10 examples of how this topic has changed. For example, students may list horses, ships, steamboats, trains, cars, airplanes and space shuttles.
Step 2.
Divide the class into small groups. Give each group one of the examples and have them create a picture on white construction paper.
Step 3.
When all groups have completed their pictures, combine them into a time line.
Step 4.
On a large sheet of butcher paper or chart paper, glue the pictures in chronological order. Add approximate year of use.
Step 5.
Post the time line on a bulletin board and display as a classroom reference.
Step 6.
This time line project could also be used to chart communication, toys, or clothing changes over time as well.
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