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Wonder Women - The Untold Story of American Superheroines: High School Curriculum Guide

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A 41-page curriculum guide tells the story of the untold stories of American Superheroines! Divided into three modules, the guide is designed to be used before, during, and after viewing the 2012 documentary Wonder Women! The Untold Story of American Superheroines! Class members examine media stereotypes and real-life women leaders and role models and then craft their own project designed to bring about more equality for women.

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CCSS: Designed
Concepts
superheroes, women's history, women's history month, comic books, comic strips, women's rights, media analysis, gender, gender bias, gender equality, gender roles, stereotypes, feminism
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Instructional Ideas
  • Show the entire 55-minute film in one day and then replay the suggested clips with each module
  • After completing the unit, have individuals critique Patty Jenkins' Wonder Woman films using the standards they have studied
Classroom Considerations
  • The three modules may be taught independently or in order
  • Each module includes an introduction, discussion questions, activities, and extensions
  • It does not include references to Patty Jenkins' Wonder Woman films starring Gal Gadot
Pros
  • The modules begin with activities designed to spark the interest of pupils
Cons
  • None