Good Luck Charms

Charmed Soldiers Lesson Plan
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Modern photograph of a silver coin engraved with clouds, the sun and a large star. Engraved text: 'Victory 1918'

During WWI, many individuals kept good luck charms to help them hold onto hope, regardless of how scary their situation was. In this lesson, students will explore the online exhibition Charmed Soldiers, then learn more about how different people find symbols of hope, and finally design and create their own “lucky” charm.