Review this audio clip of a civil rights protest song that had a big impact on public opinion and that turned the tables on pro-segregationist whites.

In this lesson plan, students will consider Lesson 1: From Courage to Freedom: The Reality behind the Song. Worksheets and other supporting materials can be found under the Resources tab.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the Star Spangled Banner. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

A great resource for students reading "Cezanne Pinto," complete with a brief biography of author Mary Stolz, pre-reading material, diagramming activities, and personal response and analysis questions linked to each chapter. Also provides...

An interview, government reports, two paintings, and a work song that explore the constraints placed upon African American freedom in the late-nineteenth century as a result of reconstruction.

Paulla A. Ebron, professor at Stanford University, takes a look at how objects, landscapes, orally transmitted stories, and songs along with written documents can be used to study cultural history.

This unit features authors of Antebellum America and how they portray the American identity through their literature. Click on the tabs to explore the various resources available to enhance this unit.

A series of lessons for students from elementary through high school on how escaping slaves would use the song "Follow the Drinking Gourd" to guide them to freedom.

This resource focuses on the works of famous African-American author, Langston Hughes.

Explore this PBS site to learn much information about the life of famous Reggae musician, Bob Marley. Focus includes not only his music, but his religious and political views as well. Included is a career timeline.