Today we are visited the New York Historical Society. It seemed very simple of how to get to the museum by taking the A or C train to 81st. Jumped on the A train and watched as our stop passed by. We ended on a hundred and something and had to turn around. So my New York experience continues to be interesting.
Abraham Lincoln discussing war strategies
I would have liked to have had more time to look at the pieces in the holding area but with time constraints it was not at all possible. The last two days I have paid close attention to how the presenters conducted the workshops. They pose a question and wait for answers. They entertain many answers and continue to ask the question “why” which forces us, the students, to dig deeper. Many times they use a picture or one artifact to provoke the conversation. Then the conversation is carefully directed towards the information needed. I need to improve this technique in my classroom. Reflecting on my teaching, I tend to give them information up front and do not give the opportunity for my students to dig for their own answers.
The half day at the Museum of Natural History was enjoyable. We took a different approach to this one. Knowing that some of the scenes from Night at the Museum were filmed at this museum, we went on a treasure hunt. We got a map from the information desk along with list of exhibits featured in the movie and off we went. Touring two museums before 2’oclock makes a person hungry. Thank goodness there are food stands on every
Exhibit was featured in Night of the Museum movie
corner. I know Sherri Ward was hungry because she ate another hot dog.
The Yankees game was so much fun. Not only did we see the stadium, eat and take pictures, we witnessed a life changing moment. I couple sitting two rows in front of us became engaged. While people a few rows back people were cheering and jeering the players.
Students protesting discontinuation of metro cards
I have witnessed many citizens exercising their freedom of speech in New York. It has ranged from protests to engagements announced on the jumbo screen. New York City truly is a melting pot.
Hi Eva,
That was quite a busy day full of information. You mention New York being a melting pot. A possible lesson plan, who made up the melt pot in the 1800, 1900 and 2000, are there any changes why or why not, the possible circumstances why people leave their country to come to the U.S.
Dolores