Lesson: From Object to Exhibit: Telling Our Stories Through Artifacts
Published on February 11, 2026
From Object to Exhibit: Telling Our Stories Through Artifacts
Freedom 250
📝 Overview
This 60-minute lesson uses a collection of artifacts to help students learn more about U.S. culture. Students practice descriptive language and think about how objects tell stories. Students interact with artifacts and use prompts to observe, connect, and reflect. Finally, students choose items from their own lives to help tell their stories.
📚 Teacher Goals
This lesson plan (LP) guides teachers to:
- guide students to look carefully at objects
- model explaining and supporting choices
- help students consider the connection between objects and stories
🎯 Student Goals
As a result of this lesson, students will be able to:
- practice using descriptive and creative language
- learn vocabulary used to describe and discuss museum exhibits
- practice critical thinking skills as they consider how artifacts are used to curate stories
