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Standard USHC-8

USHC-8 The student will demonstrate an understanding of social, economic and political issues in contemporary America.

Grade(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Subject(s): Social Studies

Year: 2011

Title:
Black History Month: A Modern Perspective
Black History Month: A Modern Perspective

Lesson

Grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Students will understand the importance of the creation of Black History Month and the contributions of African Americans in the United States and the world.

Mahkia Green - Civil Rights Protests
Mahkia Green - Civil Rights Protests

Document

Grades: 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Students will use the video "Rise Up" by Mahkia Green and other research to compare and contrast social justice protesters from the past and today.