The Barber Pole

Easy Readers

Low Int – Int
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson, students read about the gruesome history of the barber pole. They also answer comprehension questions and review vocabulary from the reading.

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

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Focus

topic-based
academic
reading
history
interpretive

Vocabulary

barber
scissors
razor
surgery
bloodletting
disease
bandage
operation
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