3rd Grade Heroes-"Living Museum"

For an hour on an ordinary Thursday, Channing Hall 3rd graders recently turned the gym into a "living museum". Before Christmas break, each student chose a historically significant hero. Over the break they researched and wrote an essay on their hero's life. The students not only learned about their hero but they had the opportunity to become their hero. The 3rd graders dressed up and presented to parents, fellow students and many Channing Hall faculty. Those lucky enough to attend this fun event were able to meet Abe Lincoln, Leonardo da Vinci, Martin Luther King, Helen Keller, Rosa Parks, George Washington, Michelle Obama, Joe DiMaggio and many more, all in one room!


Miss Melisa Young, a 3rd grade teacher:
I look forward to the living museum project all year. It is a wonderful opportunity for the students to be inquirers and learn about important hero figures throughout history. When the students make their heroes come alive they also bring to life the important attributes that made them a hero. Through learning about various obstacles and accomplishments that their heroes have achieved they understand the meaning of empathy, tolerance, and caring. I am so proud every year when I watch my students work so hard and communicate all of their knowledge to their peers and parents.

CAN YOU IDENTIFY THE HEROES?