Haitian Earthquake (2021) Survivors Weather the Storm

That's News to Me

Low Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

In this lesson featuring a modified article from The Washington Post, students read about the survivors of a major earthquake in Haiti (2021) who are struggling to find shelter in the face of a tropical storm. This lesson includes a video as well as comprehension and discussion questions.

This content may not be appropriate for all students. Teacher discretion is advised.

Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading

Vocabulary

struggle
stranded
aid
overwhelmed
lack
death toll
figure
urgent
A spinning paper plane