We Are...The Evolution of Women

My group chose to create a box illustrating the evolution of women and their rights through the ages. Women have played a huge role in our world, but they are rarely recognized as heroic figures. So, we felt it was appropriate to stress the importance of the roles women have played.

We involved many factors that were extremely important to this theme. We used items pertaining to the feminist movement as well as specific rights such as abortion laws and Title IX. Some examples include a coat hanger to resemble abortion rights, because women used to be forced to self-abort their babies with coat hangers; we also used a rocket ship, which represented the first women in space, Sally Ride. Other items we used were sports equipment such as a soccer ball and basketball to show the importance of women involvement in sports.

To decide which items would be most fitting for our project, we brainstormed for a few days. We established items that first were around the house, because these were most easily accessible. Then, we were able to ask neighbors or friends for various items as well. All the tangible items we used are found in common places and did not cost our group any money.

There really is nothing I would do differently. My group did a fantastic job putting the items together, and tying in each element. Also, our brainstorming and teamwork was impecable.

The most important piece of advice I would give to classes that would do this project next year is to always be on time with layouts and item gathering. Falling behind during this project would be extrememely stressful and it is important to have all or most items the day that Ms. Sanderson allows an entire period for work. If your efficient enough, there is little work at home besides gathering the items. Also, good luck!

-Shelly