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They Made A Difference: Women in History Washington, Lincoln, Edison, and all The performer adopts the role of a time other famous men of history are wonder- traveler sliding effortlessly from one ful, and their accomplishments changed impersonation to another while referenc- the way we live for the better. But what of ing still to others. This imaginary journey the women in history? Too often their is supported through the use of rear- names are omitted and valuable lessons screen slide projector, frequent costume and role models for our children ignored. changes, and small stage props. They Made a Difference: Women in History addresses this issue through an exciting The teaching of history to our young forty-five minute program devoted to people, too frequently, may slide into a illuminating the lives and work of many litany of the accomplishments of famous of these fine women. men, while omitting the equally impor- tant work of the opposite sex. Though in Touching on women such as Clara no way diminishing the accomplishments Barton, Florence Nightingale, Madame of men, nor denigrating the role many Curie, Amelia Earhart, Helen Keller, women choose to play as homemakers, Anne Sullivan, Harriet Tubman, They Made a Difference allows your stu- Margaret Mead, and Eleanor Roosevelt, dents to visit other sides of life, and does the presentation covers the fields of so in a fashion that is both educational science, exploration, education, public and entertaining. life, and literature. The presenter was impressive in handling so many characters. She really kept the interest of the students - you could hear a pin drop . Lippitt Elem. School, Warwick, RI For further information please call toll free: 1-800-433-7459 26018 West Seven Mile Redford, MI 48240 • www.mobileedproductions.com THEY MADE A DIFFERENCE Assembly Information Age Group: Kindergarten through 9th Grade Length: 40-45 minutes Size: The area needed is limited only by the size of the facility. The recommended maximum performance is 275 students. Presentation Area: A stage or 20’ x 20’ area. Assistance: One AC electrical outlet. Two 6’-8’ banquet tables. A podium, chair, and small table if available. Performer needs a separate room to change into costume. Set-up/Take-down Time: Set-up: 45 minutes. Take-down, 30 minutes. We request older student involvement in setting up and taking down the rear screen and projector. Content: A: Clara Barton B: American Red Cross C: Florence Nightingale D: Harriett Tubman E: Mother Jones F: Annie Oakley G: Madame Curie H: Anne Sullivan I: Helen Keller J: Margaret Mead K: Amelia Earhart This program is in assembly format only for full or half days. Hands-on Workshop Information Workshops: There are no separate workshops for this program. Our curriculum based programs are designed to meet or exceed all testing and state requirements. For further information please call toll free: 1-800-433-7459 MOBILE ED PRODUCTIONS, INC. • 26018 WEST SEVEN MILE REDFORD, MI 48240.

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