Social StudiesEnglish Language Arts9-12+
Political Cartoons of Teddy Roosevelt
By Rebecca T.
This 3-page packet guides 11th-12th graders through analyzing political cartoons from the Progressive Era. Students will explore Theodore Roosevelt's views on trusts and monopolies, and his role in labor negotiations. The packet includes guiding questions to support close reading and critical thinking.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 45-minute introduction to analyzing political cartoons or as a station activity.
- Discussion question: How did Roosevelt's "trust-busting" policies reflect his broader political philosophy?
- For struggling readers, provide a glossary of key terms related to trusts, monopolies, and labor relations.
- Advanced students can research another president's approach to trusts and compare it to Roosevelt's.
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.
Social StudiesEnglish Language Arts9-12+
Political Cartoons of Teddy Roosevelt
By Rebecca T.
This 3-page packet guides 11th-12th graders through analyzing political cartoons from the Progressive Era. Students will explore Theodore Roosevelt's views on trusts and monopolies, and his role in labor negotiations. The packet includes guiding questions to support close reading and critical thinking.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this packet as a 45-minute introduction to analyzing political cartoons or as a station activity.
- Discussion question: How did Roosevelt's "trust-busting" policies reflect his broader political philosophy?
- For struggling readers, provide a glossary of key terms related to trusts, monopolies, and labor relations.
- Advanced students can research another president's approach to trusts and compare it to Roosevelt's.
- Estimated time: 45 minutes.