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Making Democracy Work for Everyone, 1877-1904
Students investigate the culture of the post Reconstruction South. They participate in a jigsaw research activity, conduct Internet research on an assigned topic, and write a report to present to the class.
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Youth and Class, Gender and Ethnicity
In this Youth and Class worksheet, students provide examples of three different subcultures, provide explanations for concepts, and answer a variety of questions about subcultures.
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Women's Achievements
Third graders read the passage in their textbook about Mary McLeod Bethune and discuss why education was important to her, and why she beleived that education allowed African American children to reach their potential. They then discuss...
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Reflecting on the Far Right
Learners examine the London assembly election of 2008. In this political parties instructional activity, students research the platform of the British National Party. Learners visit suggested websites to determine the party's core beliefs.
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Nativist and Racist Movements in the U.S. and their Aftermath
Students examine the nativist and racist movements in the history of the United States. In groups, they analyze the reactions of religious and ethnic groups to these movements and create a chart to compare the goals of each group. To...
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Football Hooliganism
Students evaluate the problm of hooliganism and its possible solutions. Through videos and news stories, students analyze examples of hooliganism. They discuss the problem and ways to help stop the violence.
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Breaking the Unjust Law
Students consider the concept of civil disobedience. In this lesson on changing unjust laws, students use primary sources to understand how Gandhi and King changed the law. Students will then list laws that they feel are unjust and plan...
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Extracts from History of Germany in the Nineteenth Century and Historical and Political Writings
In this World War II worksheet, students read a 2-page selection from History of Germany in the Nineteenth Century and Historical and Political Writings by Heinrich Vot Treitschke and then respond to 4 short answer questions about the...
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In the Struggle for Equality and Justice for All
Students focus on the struggle for minorities rights. They describe the civil rights movement of the late 1950's and the 1960's. They trace the roots of the movement in the second-class treatment accorded many black Americans and...
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The Battleground: Separate and Unequal Education
Students examine the purpose and goals of education in African American society. They analyze photos, answer discussion questions, and participate in a class discussion.
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City Desk with Malcolm X
High schoolers view a film about civil rights and the role Malcolm X played in the civil rights movement. They create a timeling about the events that occured from segregation to integration. They discuss discrimination as well.
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The Impact of the Music of the Harlem Renaissance on Society
Pupils define the community of Harlem. They explain the growth of music in this area and identify important people who spearheaded this movement. They identify places where music grew in Harlem and establish a visual as well as an...
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What About My 40 Acres & A Mule?
Students provide examples of situations in society, school, etc. where either an individual or group may have been liable for reparations either legally or morally. They make distinctions as to those instances when reparations may...
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Race riots
Learners encounter what is meant by a race riot. Students show what caused the Bradford riots. Learners discuss what could help to prevent race riots in the future. Students design a survey to see if there is any tension building up...
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Korean TIP
Pupils discover different cultures and to compare and contrast those cultures to their own. They celebrate differences in culture as well as to better explore the dynamics of the similarities that make us one people. Students discuss...
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The Underground Railroad
In this United States history activity, students utilize a word bank of 10 terms or phrases to answer 10 fill in the blank questions about the Underground Railroad. A short answer question is included as well.
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Chapter 10: Racial and Ethnic Relations
For this racial and ethnic relations in America worksheet, high schoolers answer 15 matching questions and respond to 7 short answer questions regarding various racial and ethnic groups terms and issues in U.S. society.
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What Does 'Post Racial' Mean, Anyway?
Eighth graders explore where they personally stand on a post-election continuum, spanning from euphoria to despair. In this American History lesson plan, 8th graders read and discuss an article immediately following the election and a...
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News Watch
Eighth graders explore the concept of human rights. In this US History lesson, 8th graders research newspaper articles that deal with human rights and prejudice. Students write a summary of their article and share it with the class.
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Editorial Cartoon: Equal Opportunity
students explore how editorial cartoons often use familiar adages or idioms in new ways to make a point about something.
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Thanksgiving Mourning
Students examine the way diverse groups can perceive a shared experience in a dramatically different light. Students read commentary written by Native American writers and find examples of different points of view. Students...
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The Inter-War Years: 1919-1939
In this online interactive world history worksheet, learners answer 20 fill in the blank questions regarding the years between World Wars I and II. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Wartime and the Bill of Rights: The Korematsu Case
Learners examine the balance between civil liberties and protection. In this national security lesson, students explore the Korematsu case which references the Japanese internment camps of World War II. Learners draw comparisons between...
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White Anti-Racist Biographies: Early Grades
Young scholars research white anti racists including Laurie Olsen, Myles Horton, and others. In this anti racist lesson plan, students complete an online treasure hunt where they research these people and fill in the blanks to sentences...