Haitian Earthquake (2021) Survivors Weather the Storm

That's News to Me

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Teens & Adults
Grades 9–12

In this lesson featuring an 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

scramble
feeble
burgeoning
batter
drench
rubble
temblor
gaping
woes
scarce
imperil
turmoil
A spinning paper plane