1. The Story of the Statue of Liberty Elizabeth Goodin– Winthrop University– 2011 Author: Betsy and Giulio Maestro The Story of the Statue of Liberty Harper Collins; 1986 Book Summary: Illustrations help to enhance the story of the Statue of Liberty’s creation and move from France to Bedloe Island in New York City. Setting: Paris, France and New York; 1875 - 1886 Objective: Students will explore the history of the Statue of Liberty. Get to Know the Statue Fun Facts Video Deconstruction

2. What would your symbol look like? If you could create a symbol or monument to represent America, what would it look like? Where would you place your symbol? Using whole sentences, explain your symbol and provide a picture. Torch Stairwell Crown

3. How are we going to pay for a giant statue? Imagine that you are responsible for raising the money to pay for the statue of liberty. Create an advertisement to place in the newspaper that lists and explains the reasons the American people should give money to build the foundation for the Statue of Liberty. News Paper Article

4. What were their first thoughts? If you were an immigrant coming to America through the New York Harbor, what would your first thoughts be when you saw the Statue of Liberty? Write at least two paragraphs in your social studies journal. Full Island View

5. Standards NCSS –I. Culture and Cultural Diversity –III. People, Places and Environments –IX. Global Connections South Carolina –2-1: The student will demonstrate and understanding of cultural contributions made by people from the various regions of the United States. –2-1.3: Summarize the cultural contributions of Native American nations, African Americans, and immigrant groups in different regions of the United States.

6. Resources News Paper Article Torch Stairwell Crown Full Island View Video Deconstruction Fun Facts Get to Know the Statue