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Reading & Discussion Assignments, format, skills (below)
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Reading & Discussion SP09 Rt. 66 Assignments
(basic reading and discussion format)
1. Read articles (assigned states)
2. Print the article
3. Underline: MAIN IDEA
3 interesting facts (things to do, places to see) about the state on Rt. 66
4. On back of article - write the MAIN IDEA, 3 interesting facts
MAIN IDEA (1 sentence) ___________________________
FACT 1 (1 sentence) ____________________________
FACT 2 (1 sentence) ____________________________
FACT 3 (1 sentence) ____________________________
5. Bring article to class
6. Prepare to discuss in class (MAIN IDEA, 3 interesting facts) - "basketball style" discussion
****Imagine you are a traveler on Rt. 66 (in the states we are discussing)
Your conversation needs to be from the viewpoint of your own traveling experience.
Example: I went to _______ yesterday. It was great because ________
I want to see (do) _____________________ because_____________
I'm on my way to _____________________. It is interesting to me because_________
I read that ________ is on Rt. 66 in (state name) . I'm interested in this because______
You went there? What did you think about it?
I went there yesterday (I'm going there, etc.)
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Reading & Discussion Conversation planner
1. Read content (online)about KGOU program that you listened to
2. Print the article
3. On this form write the 3 interesting things you will talk about in conversation group
FACT 1 (1 sentence) ____________________________
FACT 2 (1 sentence) ____________________________
FACT 3 (1 sentence) ____________________________
5. Bring article to class
6. Practice conversation with responses
7. Come to the conversation table with Collins
Example:
Speaker 1. I listened to _______ yesterday. It was great because ________
Speaker 2. (response from response sheet)
Speaker 3. What did you listen to?
Speaker 4. I heard a music show. I liked (didn't like) the music because________
But, I couldn't understand his speaking.
Speaker 2. (response from response sheet)
Speaker 4. What program did you hear?
Speaker 3. This show was about _________________. It was so different than
in my country.
Speaker 1. (response from response sheet)
Continue the conversation until everyone has talked about their 3 ideas
Responses Sheet (click)
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Route 66 is the “Mother Road ” & Illinois is where is all begins. From the majestic skyline of Chicago to the Mighty Mississippi, you’ll experience the romance of the road and discover the legendary people and places that have given millions of travelers their “kicks on Route 66.”
From the beginning, this is a story that “begins” with Chicago as the gateway to an “end” in the great American west…a compelling story of modern American freedom and mobility.
There’s an energy and anticipation that grabs hold of you the moment your wheels turn west on Jackson Boulevard . With Chicago ’s breathtaking lakefront in your rear view mirror, fabulous parks on your side and eye-popping architecture of Michigan Avenue through your windshield, you know you’re ready for an adventure of a lifetime. You’re ready to “get your kicks” on Illinois 66.
You’ll motor west past architectural wonders like the Sears Tower and pass through some of Chicago ’s neighborhoods that reflect the diverse cultural heritage of the city. Chicagoland’s history is rooted in industry and the landscape reflects that heritage. Suburban Chicago remains one of the fastest growing areas in the country and the urban landscape continues for more than 30 miles.
Slowly, the landscape begins to clear and the freedom of the open road takes hold as you enter Illinois ’ prairieland. Long before paved roads, the prairie was home to Native Americans and wildlife that traveled a similar route. The Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie is a great place to learn more about life before 66.
You’ll recognize a distinct shift in the landscape as you approach Mississippi River country. Scenic hills and valleys make for an interesting turn from the relatively flat and open agricultural view shed of Central Illinois . Tourist cabins and classic motels reflect the recreational attraction of the area. Of course, fabulous historic bridges offer a perfect end to an Illinois 66 adventure and ideal transition to the journey west. Be sure to spur out to the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge for a walk across one of America ’s most unique and unusual bridges.
Nearly 70 communities along Illinois 66 welcome you to explore their unique connection to Historic Route 66. With more than 400 miles to discover, there’s plenty to keep you coming back for more “kicks on Illinois 66.”
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The Gateway Arch itself was built in 1965 by Finnish-American architect Eero Saarinen as a tribute to President Thomas Jefferson for his westward expansion and his “forward vision.” One of our nation’s tallest manmade monuments at 630 feet (192 meters), my son was thrilled to find it in his Ripley’s Believe It or Not book. This soaring Arch, the Museum of the West and the Old Courthouse make up the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, now a National Park monument.
Take a ride to the top of the amazing arch. You can even feel it move on windy days. Then see an IMAX film and learn how it the Arch was built or perhaps you prefer a movie reflecting on the Louis & Clark Expedition.
Enjoy the Museum of the West with its interactive, kid-friendly exhibits that the most museum-phobic child will find inviting. The Arch is great during the day or after dark, when it is lit up with 44 powerful floodlights. You can see much of downtown St. Louis and the Mississippi River looking thru the small windows on top.
Back outside again, walk up to the Mississippi River herself just across the street, where you can take a trip and enjoy a narrated tour of the area on the Gateway Arch Riverboats. The narrator will help you re-live the days of the Mississippi steamboats and what happened along the banks during those days, and maybe even tell a Mark Twain tale or two.
Of course, your guide will tell you that St. Louis is barely in Missouri , just over the banks of the mighty Mississippi River from Illinois . It was once home to Frenchmen and Spaniards before becoming American, and even before that, a civilization of mound builders – Native Americans – lived in this valley along the river, providing it one of its earliest nicknames, “Mound City .”
But Thomas Jefferson’s exploration of the West and his Lewis & Clark expedition to chart the new Louisiana Territory in 1804 put a real “mark” on the area, and it is this expedition that is recounted in the Museum of the West, housed inside the base of the Arch in St. Louis today.
Re-enter St. Louis circa 1950 with a trip down Route 66, or at least, Route 66 revisited. See the Route 66 State Park, where you can see a model of one of the most famous highways in America, with changing memorabilia and interpretive exhibits, along with a “really cool” gift shop.
There’s the newest attraction, “The Boss,” a 5,000-foot (1,500 meters) roller coaster.
Six Flags St. Louis alone is easily worth a day or two, depending on how many rides your kids will chance.
Inside the Planetarium’s Boeing Space Station, visitors can learn about space sciences, astronomy, aviation and the environment through a “living future” picture of space not found in any other science center in the nation.
St. Louis became a major industrial center in the late 1800s, with more than 100 breweries operating in the city, and the largest one, Anheuser-Busch (Budweiser Beer), still maintains its headquarters there today. You can tour the historic complex for free, Mondays-Saturdays. See the Clydesdale stables, the lager cellar and the Bud World gift shop.
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Only 12.8 miles of the old Mother Road cut through the lower eastern corner of the state. Here’s a classic example of the old saying, "Good things come in small packages!" Kansas packs more of the Route 66 Experience in its dozen miles than any of the other states. Kansas Route 66 has the distinction of being completely paved by 1929 making it the first state to pave all of Route 66.
Kansas Route 66 is now State Highway 66 and though a short stretch of road it is full of great sites to see. Here the old highway goes through three towns steeped in the history of our nation’s move west: Galena , Riverton and Baxter Springs. This small segment of road is rich in western history. From the days of the Texas cattle drives, Quantrill’s bloody raids during the Civil War, and the fascinating mining boom town era, Kansas has it all. Of course lets not forget the great Route 66 heritage of Kansas either! Here you will see examples of architecture left over from the boom days of cattle, mining and transportation.
The automobile service industry became a major industry during the early years of travel on Route 66 and other two-lanes and provided an economic base for many of the small towns connected by these new highways. Like the motels, the opportunities for the automobile service industry were unlimited. The cars followed the ribbon of highway, and where there were cars, there were parts to be sold, gas and oil to be bought, and repairs made.
Kansas Route 66, though only 12.8 miles long, will take you down the road and into a fascinating period of American history. Relive the glory days of a nation and tour Route 66 in the "Sunflower State" you'll see what I mean.
Edited from: http://www.theroadwanderer.net/66Kansas/route66KS.htm
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Oklahoma citizens are as much a part of Rt. 66 as the pavement, bridges, curves and ribbon of road that span the state...and the country.
Oklahoma businessman Cyrus Avery was chairman of the board created to plan a U.S.east-west highway in the 1920's. Avery fought long and hard to have the new road pass through his home state. Avery knew that a major highway through Oklahoma would boost that state’s economy. This route was designated U.S. Highway 66 November 11, 1926. Today, many consider Cyrus Avery to be the Father of Route 66, "America ’s Mother Road".
Oklahoma was home to Will Rogers, America’s famous humorist, too. In fact Route 66 was named the Will Rogers Highway during its golden age.
Andy Payne, another native son was the winner of the famous Bunion Derby, a transcontinental footrace held in 1928 to bring attention to the then new highway, Route 66.
Woody Gutherie, America’s famous hobo and songwriter hailed from the land of rolling hills and oil wells as well. Woody Guthrie is perhaps best known for his song "This Land is Your Land," the common man’s National Anthem.
It was during this time that John Steinbeck wrote of the plight of the displaced Oklahomans in his book, "The Grapes of Wrath."
In 1946 Jack Rittenhouse ("Guide Book to Highway 66") described Oklahoma as having generally good roads with wide grassy shoulders, low hills with an almost flat countryside filled with patches of woods. In Oklahoma, Route 66 seems one with the land, its ribbon of pavement snakes along the contours of the land, not carving up the countryside but blending with it as it passes through.
Thankfully there is a resurgence of interest in old Route 66 and many of these small towns, precious slices of Americana, may live again.
Edited from: http://www.theroadwanderer.net/66Oklahoma/route66OK.htm
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A good article about Texas, Rt. 66:
/2008/legendary_rt66_texas.pdf
Some websites with interesting information on Rt. 66 in New Mexico:
http://www.mockturtlepress.com/texas/home.html
http://www.mockturtlepress.com/texas/drive66.html
A good article about New Mexico, Rt. 66
http://www.luminario.org/2008/alberquerque_old_town.pdf
Some websites with interesting information on Rt. 66 in New Mexico:
http://www.newmexico.org/explore/scenic_byways/route66.php
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