Menotomy Hunter, by Cyrus E. Dallin in the Winfield Robbins Memorial Garden. (via Wikimedia Commons / Daderot)
Every year, third grade parents take over the classroom for an educational and fun day of hands-on lessons about life in New England in the 17th and 18th Centuries.
Students learn about poetry, how colonists made butter and candles, and native and colonial understandings about medicine and healing. In the afternoon, students experience games kids played centuries ago. This interactive experience aligns with the Massachusetts History and Social Science framework.
A former teacher created thorough and well-researched lesson plans filled with hands-on learning. We recommend a group of 4 or 5 parents plan the Menotomy Day events with the third grade teaching staff. To ensure a smooth and fun day, we recommend 8 volunteers to help with morning activities and 12 for the afternoon outdoor games.