Amelia Earhart Unit Study: A Comprehensive Guide for Homeschoolers

Amelia Earhart was a pioneering American aviator who was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She was also the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to California. Earhart's life and career are an inspiring story of courage, determination, and adventure.

Amelia Earhart Unit Study

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This unit study is designed to help homeschoolers learn about Amelia Earhart's life and accomplishments. It includes lesson plans, activities, printables, and book recommendations.

Lesson Plans

1. Lesson 1: Amelia Earhart's Early Life and Career
   • Read the book "Amelia Earhart: The Pioneer Aviator" by Sarah Kovatch.
   • Discuss Earhart's childhood, education, and early career as a pilot.
   • Create a timeline of Earhart's major accomplishments.
2. Lesson 2: Earhart's Transatlantic Flight
   • Read the book "Amelia Earhart's Daring Flight" by Karen Blumenthal.
   • Discuss the planning and preparation for Earhart's transatlantic flight.
   • Create a map of Earhart's flight path.
   • Write a report on Earhart's experiences during her flight.
3. Lesson 3: Earhart's Disappearance
   • Read the book "Amelia Earhart: The Mystery of Her Disappearance" by Kathleen Krull.
   • Discuss the various theories about Earhart's disappearance.
   • Create a presentation on the evidence surrounding Earhart's disappearance.
   • Write a letter to Earhart expressing your thoughts and feelings about her disappearance.

Activities

• Build a model of Earhart's plane, the Lockheed Vega.
• Create a scrapbook of Earhart's life and accomplishments.
• Write a poem or song about Earhart.
• Visit a museum or aviation center that has exhibits on Earhart.
• Participate in a living history event where you can dress up as Earhart and talk to visitors about her life.

Printables

• Amelia Earhart timeline
• Map of Earhart's transatlantic flight path
• Amelia Earhart coloring pages
• Amelia Earhart word search
• Amelia Earhart crossword puzzle

Book Recommendations

• Amelia Earhart: The Pioneer Aviator by Sarah Kovatch
• Amelia Earhart's Daring Flight by Karen Blumenthal
• Amelia Earhart: The Mystery of Her Disappearance by Kathleen Krull
• Amelia Earhart: A Life of Courage by Mary Sarah Bilder
• Amelia Earhart: The Legend of the Lost Aviator by Karen Abbott

This unit study is just a starting point for learning about Amelia Earhart. There are many other resources available online and in libraries. I encourage you to explore these resources and learn as much as you can about this amazing woman.

Amelia Earhart Unit Study

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	162 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	16 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE