Samantha & Molly’s World: Life of an American Girl

Nancy Roussin returns to Summer Academy for her 25th summer. She has taught in the Mounds View School District for 31 years where she teaches 7th grade Language Arts and 8th grade Advanced English Language Arts at Chippewa Middle School. During her years as a high potential resource teacher, Ms. Roussin discovered her passion for bringing history alive for her students.

Samantha & Molly’s World: Life of an American Girl

What was life like for an American girl growing up in 1904? Take part in our turn-of-the century hat factory and create a stylish hat that reflects the influence of this time.  Assemble, build and decorate a gingerbread house to enjoy one of Samantha’s important family traditions.  We will discover even more about life as an American girl in 1904 as each of you takes part in a play about Samantha that brings her daily adventures to life!  Now America was deep in the midst of World War II.  Learn about the importance of the war effort on the home front as you make your own Victory Garden, Victory Pin, and participate in Rosie the Riveter Day.  Gather around the radio to learn about the President’s Fireside chats.  Then, add your creative touches, dramatic flair, and sound effects to a class radio program that captures the true spirit of American life during Molly’s day.  From American girl pastimes and passions to the influence of the Presidents and others, please join us as we explore the changing world of an American girl.