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The Legend of the Charter Oak (3-5)

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Overview

Program Description:
Why is the white oak a symbol of Connecticut’s strength and independence? During this program, students bring the people and events from the legend of the Charter Oak to life using a variety of dr... Read more
Available to Grade(s): 3, 4, 5

Logistics

Program Format: Offsite Tour
Number of Visits: 1
Length of Visit: 90 minutes
Availability: all year
Program Location Details: Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
One Elizabeth Street
Hartford, CT 06105
Transportation Details: Reimbusement available for transportation on a first come first serve basis

Requirements

Program Requires Prior Meeting: no

Learning Standards

Curriculum Focus: Social Studies
Common Core Standard: Grade 5: United States History I The Colonial Era
Art Form: Theater
Core Art Standard: Connecting Anchor Standard 11: Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural, and historical context to deepen understanding.
Program Learning Targets:
Students will explain the significance of Connecticut's colonial charter.Students will use process drama to develop an understanding of historical events.Students will develop an argument ... Read more
Wit & Wisdom Connection: Grade 4 Module 4: Myth Making