Lesson Idea | The House That She Built

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Elementary school Lesson Idea | The House That She Built

Provider: National Association of Home Builders

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Selected for its practical, teacher-friendly way to teach first graders construction roles, teamwork, and women’s contributions to building

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The "First Grade Lesson Plan: The House That She Built" is designed to introduce young students to the various roles involved in home construction, emphasizing the contributions of women in the building industry. The lesson plan includes:​
- Objective: Students will learn about different construction roles and the importance of teamwork in building a house.​
- Materials Needed: A copy of The House That She Built book, drawing materials, and building blocks or similar construction toys.​
- Activities:
• Read-Aloud: The teacher reads The House That She Built to the class, discussing each role featured in the book.
• Discussion: Students talk about the different jobs and what each person contributes to building a house.
• Creative Exercise: Students draw or build their own version of a house, incorporating the roles they've learned about.​
• Learning Outcomes: By the end of the lesson, students should be able to identify various construction roles and understand the collaborative nature of building a home.​

For more detailed information or to access the full lesson plan, please visit the NAHB's official website.

Lesson Idea | The House That She Built

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