Spelling Bee: A Cultural Mirror

In this lesson, students will explore the rich history of the spelling bee in Colorado and the nation through Colorado's Historic Newspaper Collection and other primary sources related to the topic. In particular, they will investigate the ways in which newspaper accounts of spelling bees mirror the cultural values of their time. Throughout the lesson, students will develop their skills in searching historic databases, retrieving primary source information, and asking critical questions of the content.

 

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