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The Kennedy Center: Drawing Political Cartoons: How Do They Convey Messages About Current Events? Lesson PlanThe Kennedy Center: Drawing Political Cartoons: How Do They Convey Messages About Current Events? Lesson Plan
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John F. Kennedy Center
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9th - 10th
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Social Studies & History
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1300L
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The Kennedy Center: Drawing Political Cartoons: How Do They Convey Messages About Current Events?

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In this 9-12 lesson, students will analyze cartoon drawings to create an original political cartoon based on current events. Students will apply both factual knowledge and interpretive skills to determine the values, conflicts, and important issues reflected in political cartoons.

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political cartoons

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Classroom Considerations

  • Knovation Readability Score: 5 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
  • The intended use for this resource is Instructional|practice

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