Creator: Library of Congress | visit site
Grade Range: 6 - 11
The Evolution of the Conservation Movement documents the historical formation and cultural foundations of the movement to conserve and protect America’s natural heritage. The collection consists of 60 books and pamphlets, 140 Federal statutes and Congressional resolutions, 34 additional legislative documents, excerpts from the Congressional Globe and the Congressional Record, 360 Presidential proclamations, 170 prints and photographs, 2 historic manuscripts, and a two-part motion picture. The chronologies, each with multiple links, are particularly useful for students.
In the Classroom
Use an image from each different period of the conservation movement for a visual discovery activity about the evolution. Select an image that represents each period, choosing the most powerful and moving images. Placing the images on individual slides, allow students 1-2 minutes to observe each image. During that time period, students should be taking notes based on what they observe, predict and infer about each image. The more powerful and detailed the image is, the more information students can take out. After the class has observed all the chosen images, have a class discussion based on the notes students took. This is a great way to introduce content in a way that gets students thinking, as well as avoiding the typical lecture format.
At Home
Bookmark this site for student papers and projects on the conservation movement.