1. Set Focus
Pose this essential question: What does it mean for a society to be truly equal?
2. List Vocabulary
Share with students some of the challenging vocabulary words in this article. Encourage them to use context to infer meanings as they read.
- barriers (p. 18)
- mandates (p. 18)
- accessible (p. 18)
- implemented (p. 19)
- accommodations (p. 20)
- portrayed (p. 21)
3. Engage
Ask: What hardships would you face throughout your life if you were barred from going to school? What impact would physical barriers to entering a place of work have on your long-term economic success? How might not being allowed on planes or buses also create problems for you?