The Teaching History Her Way Podcast
Let's talk a little hidden history, a little pedagogy, and a lot of ways we can improve our teaching and mindset so that our history and social studies classrooms tell a more complete, diverse human story. Join me as I talk history and pedagogy with brilliant teachers from around the country to help make our classrooms more culturally responsive spaces.Let's be friends! Visit me at www.teachinghistoryherway.com or on Twitter @historyherway, Instagram @teachinghistoryherway, or Facebook www.facebook.com/teachinghistoryherway
The Teaching History Her Way Podcast
Unearthing History in Stone with Hailee Attorri
Join us in this enlightening episode as we delve into the fascinating world of history through the lens of gravestones with Hailee Attorri, a dedicated history teacher from North Central Massachusetts. For over a decade, Hailee has been passionately unraveling the secrets of the past as a teacher and curator of a captivating gravestone Instagram account, where she showcases colonial and federal period gravestones through meticulous research and stunning photography.
In this episode, Hailee takes us on a captivating journey, revealing the hidden educational treasures within cemeteries and graveyards. Discover how these sacred spaces serve as unique windows into history, each gravestone telling a distinctive tale of the past. Hailee expertly guides us through the intricate artistry and symbolism of gravestones, exploring motifs, stones, and carvers, and how these elements evolved alongside changing attitudes towards death in early America.
Through Hailee's keen insights, learn how gravestones chronicle the shifting beliefs and cultural transformations of bygone eras. As attitudes toward mortality transformed, so did the appearance of these silent storytellers. Hailee's passion for history and her expertise illuminate the rich narratives etched in stone, bringing to life the voices of those long gone.
Tune in and uncover the invaluable lessons buried within these historical artifacts. Hailee's expertise transforms gravestones from mere markers of the departed to vibrant educational tools, offering us a profound understanding of the past. Prepare to be captivated by the art, history, and poignant stories waiting to be discovered in every inscription.
You can follow Hailee on IG @hails_stones
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Let's be friends and continue the conversation!
Instagram: @teachinghistoryherway
X: http://www.twitter.com/historyherway
On the Web/Blog: http://www.teachinghistoryherway.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/teachinghistoryherway
Support the production of the Teaching History Her Way Podcast by purchasing some really great history tees. Click here to shop now or go to www.teachinghistoryherway.com and click on "Merch."