Political Cartoons

THE POLITICAL DR. SEUSS Lesson Plan Political Cartoons and Dr. Seuss Page 1 of 6 pbs. org/independentlens/politicaldrseuss © 2004 Independent Television Service (ITVS). All rights reserved. Grade levels: 9 to 12 Estimated time: Three class... More

THE POLITICAL DR.
SEUSS Lesson Plan
Political Cartoons and Dr.
Seuss
Page 1 of 6
pbs.
org/independentlens/politicaldrseuss
© 2004 Independent Television Service (ITVS).
All rights reserved.

Grade levels: 9 to 12
Estimated time: Three class periods (but the assessment activity may be assigned for
homework)
Introduction:
Political cartoons have played a role in United States politics and public affairs since
the 1700s.
Dr.
Seuss drew political cartoons for PM newspaper during World War II,
expressing his liberal views in an uncensored medium.
Students will analyze some of
these cartoons on THE POLITICAL DR.
SEUSS video and Web site and discuss how
these cartoons convey Dr.
Seuss s messages.
They will conclude by creating their own
political cartoons concerning a current event.

Lesson objectives:
Students will:
• Analyze a recent political cartoon
• Read and discuss an article about political cartooning
• View and take notes on a segment of THE PO Less