This lesson plan on the Roaring 1920s for Grade 12 explores the decade's transformative social, cultural, and economic dynamics. Students will delve into the era's cultural movements, the impact of Prohibition and organized crime, and the economic trends that sparked both prosperity and the subsequent collapse, paving the way for the Great Depression.
Lesson 1: Lesson 1: America's Unbridled Optimism and Cultural Revolution
Overview
In this engaging lesson, students will delve into the vibrant, transformative decade of the 1920s in the United States, exploring how the period known as the Roaring Twenties emerged as a time of significant cultural and social change. Particular emphasis will be placed on the rise of consumerism, the cultural impact of the Jazz Age, and the profound influence of the Harlem Renaissance.
Lesson 2: Lesson 2: Prohibition, Crime, and the Rise of the Mafia
Overview
This lesson aims to explore the multifaceted impact of Prohibition in the United States during the 1920s, focusing on its unintended socio-economic consequences including the rise of organized crime and the cultural phenomenon of speakeasies.
Lesson 3: Lesson 3: Economic Boom and Bust—The Road to the Great Depression
Overview
In this lesson, we will explore how the economic prosperity of the 1920s was achieved and analyze the economic practices that led to the Great Depression. By understanding the factors that contributed to this economic downfall, students will gain insight into the importance of sustainable economic growth and cautious investment practices.
