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Abigail Adams' letters reveal how the English language has changed and become more standardized over the last 200 years. To underscore this point, pupils edit one of Adams' letters
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Use the series during Women's History Month in March
- Give small groups the same letter, and after members complete their editing, have them compare their work
- Provide participants with a copy of the universal proofreading marks used in Standard English
Classroom Considerations
- 15th in a series of 16 lessons
Pros
- The activity reinforces editing skills
Cons
- None