Chinese Migration - US History

This lesson examines Chinese migration to the USA, particularly during the Gold Rush era. Students will learn about the reasons for migration, the challenges faced by Chinese immigrants, and their contributions to American society. Activities include video analysis, timeline sorting, guided reading, and writing PEEKA paragraphs. The lesson concludes with a discussion on the impact of Chinese immigrants and the significance of the Chinese Exclusion Act.

Lesson Content and Activities:

Introduction:
Discuss Chinese migration to the USA and its significance in American history.
Introduce today’s keywords: Gold Rush, Chinatown, Foreign Miners License Law, Anti-Chinese Sentiment, Huiguan, Chinese Exclusion Act.

Video Task:
Watch videos on Chinese migration and write a short summary of the events and key points.

Timeline Activity:
Sort the timeline cards into the correct chronological order of significant events in Chinese migration history.

Primary Source Analysis:
Read and analyze primary sources related to Chinese migration.
Complete guided reading activities.

Causes and Consequences:
Categorize and sort evidence into causes and consequences of Chinese migration to the USA.

Relay Activity:
Work in groups to relay information about the experiences of Chinese immigrants using a diagram with icons.

Guided Reading Activity:
Complete guided reading activity, subtitling each paragraph and noting key facts.

Writing Task:
Write two PEEKA paragraphs explaining two significant aspects of Chinese migration to the USA.

Peer Assessment:
Read through a partner’s paragraphs, highlight each PEEKA section, and provide feedback.

Class Discussion:
Share and discuss the PEEKA paragraphs.

Recap Quiz:
Participate in a recap quiz to reinforce key points from the lesson.

Resources:
Video links on Chinese migration
Timeline cards
Primary source documents
Guided reading text
PEEKA paragraph guidelines and planning sheet

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