March is Women's History Month, and one way to commemorate famous, influential women is through videos. Education World has gathered a list of videos teachers can share with their students about Jane Austen, a famous female author popular for Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, and Emma. Along with a suggested grade level, Education World also offers a description for each video.
Jane Austen- By a Lady
Source: Biography.com
Run Time: 1:56
Grade Level: 7-10
Description: This video looks at how Jane Austen stayed anonymous during her time as a writer. Instead of using her byline, she put "By a Lady."
Jane Austen Biography
Source: Biography.com
Run Time: 2:09
Grade Level: 7-10
Description: This video looks at the early life of Jane Austen and her short-lived love affair in her twenties.
Jane Austen- Love, Finally
Source: Biography.com
Run Time: 1:37
Grade Level: 7-10
Description: Jane Austen is on her death bed and writing to her sister Cassandra about her lack of a husband, but also finds solace in the love she shares with her sister and brother. The video closes with sharing that after Austen's death, her brother announces to the world that Jane Austen is responsible for the beloved books.
Pride and Prejudice by Shmoop
Source: Shmoop's YouTube account
Run Time: 2:24
Grade Level: 7-8
Description: This video takes a comical approach in offering a brief synopsis of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
Article by Kassondra Granata, Education World Contributor
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