Suggested Classroom Activities
Below are some suggested projects to help students learn about the Anti-Saloon League and its methods.
- Find three editorial cartoons about a current controversial issue.
- Write an essay telling why you feel editorial cartoons are or are not persuasive.
- Write a report on a current organization that has tackled a moral and/or health related issue - How do they compare to the Anti-Saloon League in its methods of influencing the public?
- Write your own newspaper front page about a current social issue using the style of the American Issue.
- Draw your own poster with an appeal to emotion on a current issue and/or on the same issue appealing to intellect.
- Write a report on one leader of the Anti-Saloon League.
- Write an essay exploring the traits that the leaders of the Anti-Saloon League had in common. Why do you think these traits lead them into this movement?
- Design your own flier that persuades people not to smoke or drink.
- Write an essay exploring why you feel the Anti-Saloon League could or could not be successful today.
- Research and write your own report on a group which is battling alcohol or drug abuse in our society today.
- Design a cartoon which depicts how you feel about alcohol or drug abuse in our society today.
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Additional Resources
America250 Mural Project
This summer, visit 12 large-scale murals that highlight under-told chapters of Westerville’s history, created by Ohio artists.
MAY 1 - Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
Become an investigative journalist to uncover the stories behind the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history.
Westerville Black History
Discover local Black historical figures' stories of courage, perseverance, creativity and how they shaped the history of Westerville.
Historic map will be preserved thanks to $4,999 grant.
Jan 06, 2026
This project is supported by federal Institute of Museum and Library Services funds, granted through the State Library of Ohio.
America250 Mural Project
This summer, visit 12 large-scale murals that highlight under-told chapters of Westerville’s history, created by Ohio artists.
MAY 1 - Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
Become an investigative journalist to uncover the stories behind the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history.
Westerville Black History
Discover local Black historical figures' stories of courage, perseverance, creativity and how they shaped the history of Westerville.
Historic map will be preserved thanks to $4,999 grant.
Jan 06, 2026
This project is supported by federal Institute of Museum and Library Services funds, granted through the State Library of Ohio.
Jackie B.
Jackie has made a career of working with communities to tell their stories and preserve their history.
Jim S.
Jim loves digging into the archives of historic maps and news in the Westerville History Museum.
Katy K.
Katy loves bringing history to life, getting hands-on with artifacts, and helping people discover meaning and relevance in the past.
Kaitlin S.
Kaitlin is passionate about helping the Westerville Public Library remain strong for future generations.
Jackie B.
Jackie has made a career of working with communities to tell their stories and preserve their history.
Jim S.
Jim loves digging into the archives of historic maps and news in the Westerville History Museum.
Katy K.
Katy loves bringing history to life, getting hands-on with artifacts, and helping people discover meaning and relevance in the past.
Kaitlin S.
Kaitlin is passionate about helping the Westerville Public Library remain strong for future generations.
