About This Lesson
Winslow Homer’s The Fog Warning offers a dramatic entry point for an inquiry study into the perilous lives of Grand Banks fishermen and how historical fiction can bring their struggles, resilience, and humanity to life.
In this inquiry study students delve into the harsh realities of fishermen as they battled treacherous waters and unpredictable weather. By combining primary source documents with historical fiction writing, students bring to life the isolation and danger of the fishermen’s daily existence. This inquiry study encourages critical thinking about the intersection of art, history, and storytelling, while fostering empathy and imagination.
