Historic Route 66
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Lesson Plans for Pixar’s Cars
Grade Level: 4-12
Subject: Geography, American History,
Film: Cars
MPAA Rating: G
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Author: Cynthia Kirkeby
Affiliation: ClassBrain, Inc.
Date: 12 October 2006
Duration: 1 - 2 Class Periods
Background:
The setting for Cars is Route 66, the historic highway that changed America. The national highway linked Chicago, IL with Los Angeles, CA, and it is often known as the Mother Road or America’s Highway.
Project 1 - Before and After:
Pick one to three locations along Route 66 and investigate the differences between what they were like during the heyday of Route 66, and what they’re like in present day. Use photos to illustrate your report or display.
Project 2 - State Report
Choose a state Route 66 intersects and write a report on the significance of the interstate highway in the region. What happened to the area when Route 66 was established, and what happened when Route 66 was bypassed? How was this represented in Cars?
Learning Links:
The History of Route 66
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