The Wall Street Crash - US History

This lesson examines the Wall Street Crash of 1929, focusing on its causes, events, and consequences. Students will learn about the impact on investors, banks, and the broader economy. Activities include video analysis, timeline sorting, guided reading, and writing PEEKA paragraphs. The lesson concludes with a discussion on the crash’s long-term effects on the US and global economies and the subsequent changes in financial regulations.

Lesson Content and Activities:

Introduction:
Discuss the Wall Street Crash and its significance in American and global history.
Introduce today’s keywords: Stock Market, Speculation, Black Tuesday, Depression.

Video Task:
Watch videos on the Wall Street Crash and summarize key causes, events, and consequences.

Timeline Activity:
Sort the timeline cards into the correct chronological order of significant events related to the Wall Street Crash.

Primary Source Analysis:
Read and analyze primary sources related to the Wall Street Crash.
Complete guided reading activities.

Causes and Consequences:
Categorize and sort evidence into causes and consequences of the Wall Street Crash.

Numerical Analysis:
Calculate the changes in investment value before and after the crash using provided scenarios.

Writing Task:
Write a PEEKA paragraph explaining the most significant consequence of the Wall Street Crash on American society.

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 the Wall Street Crash
Timeline cards
Primary source documents
Guided reading text
PEEKA paragraph guidelines and planning sheet

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