Turn of the Century: Eleven Centuries of Children and Change by Ellen Jackson takes young readers on a journey through a thousand years of history, showing how children’s lives have evolved over the centuries. With snapshots from different eras, the book explores changes in daily life, technology, and culture, helping kids understand the impact of time on society. It encourages appreciation for history and cultural progress, showing that while much has changed, the experiences and dreams of children remain universal.

Turn of the Century supports our curriculum with interactive, literature-based activities. Here are a few examples:

• Critical Thinking and Analysis: Students compare and contrast the lives of children across different centuries.
• Creative Writing Assignments: Inspired by the stories within the book, students write from the perspective of a child living in a particular century.
• Project-Based Learning: Children engage in projects that replicate the experiences of youngsters from past centuries, such as creating toys from various time periods.
• Discussion and Reflection: Through guided discussions, students reflect on how the lives of children have changed over time and consider the factors that have driven these changes, such as technological advances, wars, and societal shifts.