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Sojourner Truth's "Ain't I a Woman" Speech | Know Ohio Instructional VideoSojourner Truth's "Ain't I a Woman" Speech | Know Ohio Instructional Video
Publisher
PBS
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Grade
3rd - 8th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
3:43
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For Teacher Use
Duration
10 mins
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Direct Instruction
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Year
2020
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Sojourner Truth's "Ain't I a Woman" Speech | Know Ohio

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A short PBS video introduces viewers to Sojourner Truth's "Ain't I a Woman" speech.

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Concepts

sojourner truth, women's rights, women's history, women's history month, civil rights, equality, abolitionists

Instructional Ideas

  • Before showing the video, have the class fill out a KWL chart
  • After the video, direct pupils to read the entire speech, add to their chart, and research for answers
  • Use the video during March's Women's History Month

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires projection equipment for the video and copies of the discussion questions

Pros

  • The resource includes discussion questions
  • Links take learners to a focused view and a full-resource view

Cons

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