Social Reformer—Jane Addams
Unit of 2 Lessons
Grade Levels:
9
10
11
12
Subjects:
Philanthropy
Social Studies
Media / Technology
Keywords:
Issue Area:
Diverse people
Focus Question
How does an individual use personal interests and strengths to impact the common good?
Photo Credit: Jane Addams, 1906 by George de Forest Brush by Cliff is licensed under CC by 2.0
Unit Overview
Jane Addams addressed social problems by participating constructively in her community and establishing a settlement house in Chicago. Students examine how present-day needs can be addressed. This lesson fits into units on urban growth, industrialization, immigration, and women's history.
Service Experience
Students look for ways to address a need in their local community, such as volunteer at a community center or food bank.
Lessons in This Unit
Jane Addams is used as a model to demonstrate a philanthropist in action, improving many situations, not only in the city of Chicago, but also at state, national and international levels.
Students learn about the philanthropic work of Jane Addams.