Home Plan - [GR2-L7-U1-LC1-5 Route 66]

The document provides comprehensive insights into Route 66, covering aspects from education strategies connecting Route 66 to history and literature like “The Grapes of Wrath”, to the impact of the Great Depression and Dust Bowl era, and the cultural significance of Route 66 post-World War II. It also delves into the attractions and roadside wonders along Route 66, including Cadillac Ranch and Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch, highlighting efforts to preserve and protect this iconic roadway. Overall, Route 66’s history, attractions, and importance in American culture are thoroughly explored, showcasing its enduring popularity and unique experiences for visitors.

Contents

• Pages 1—22: Educator strategies, Route 66.
• Pages 23—37: Route 66 impact.
• Pages 38—51: Route 66 Attractions

This section of the document provides tips and guidance for educators on how to introduce various topics related to Route 66 to students. It includes suggestions for engaging students in discussions about road trips, describing pictures or words related to Route 66, and practicing comprehension skills. The section also introduces the importance of summarizing while reading and offers strategies for summarizing a text using transition words. Additionally, it includes information about America’s Main Street, specifically highlighting the creation of highways like Route 66 and its significance during historical periods such as the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl era. The text also references the novel “The Grapes of Wrath” by John Steinbeck, connecting it to the history and significance of Route 66.

In this section of the document, it discusses the impact of the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl era on the United States, causing many people to lose their money, jobs, and homes. It highlights the migration of people, including the journey west on Route 66 as depicted in the novel “The Grapes of Wrath” by John Steinbeck. The document also covers how soldiers from World War II moved to military bases in the West along Route 66. Furthermore, it mentions that Route 66 became popular in American culture post-World War II, with the release of the song “Route 66” and the TV show with the same title. The popularity of Route 66 continued even after much of the original route was bypassed by a new highway. Additionally, the association of Route 66 with the Disney-Pixar movie “Cars” increased its popularity. Various attractions along Route 66 such as museums, motels, shops, and unique art are also highlighted in this section.

The section discusses various roadside attractions found on Route 66, including Cadillac Ranch, Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch, and other giant statues. Cadillac Ranch involves ten buried cars that visitors have painted different colors. Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch features folk art made from recycled bottles and car parts. Additionally, large food statues like oranges, donuts, and ice cream cones can be seen on Route 66, along with concrete dinosaurs. The document also mentions the preservation efforts for Route 66, as heavy traffic and new interstates caused damage and decline in business. The United States Congress passed a law in 1999 to protect Route 66, helping businesses and towns keep important sites open. Route 66 has gained popularity again, offering a unique American experience through its attractions and history.