Family Heirloom (November 22)
1) Briefly research the word "heirloom" and write a definition, in your own words
2) Talk to your parents or other family members about a family heirloom that has been in your family for a long time.
3) Take a picture of the heirloom and upload it onto your website
4) In at least two paragraphs, describe the following:
a) The heirloom itself (physical appearance)
b) How it is linked to your family
c) How the heirloom became part of your family and the significance it has to your family (why it matters?)
5) Finally, write a paragraph or two after conducting family and internet research on this "heirloom." When was it created or bought? What was it used for? Is its use different now? What are the cultural aspects of this heirloom? What does this heirloom symbolize or represent? What was the purpose or function of this heirloom? Basically, you are trying to create an historical context for your family's heirloom. Cite the sources you used to find this information at the bottom of the page and write information in your own words.
2) Talk to your parents or other family members about a family heirloom that has been in your family for a long time.
3) Take a picture of the heirloom and upload it onto your website
4) In at least two paragraphs, describe the following:
a) The heirloom itself (physical appearance)
b) How it is linked to your family
c) How the heirloom became part of your family and the significance it has to your family (why it matters?)
5) Finally, write a paragraph or two after conducting family and internet research on this "heirloom." When was it created or bought? What was it used for? Is its use different now? What are the cultural aspects of this heirloom? What does this heirloom symbolize or represent? What was the purpose or function of this heirloom? Basically, you are trying to create an historical context for your family's heirloom. Cite the sources you used to find this information at the bottom of the page and write information in your own words.