Higher Education Black History Month Resources

This PowerPoint lesson bundle provides digital pre-reading resources, historical background info, vocabulary word study, practice, and assessment for the 2 GRATITUDE THEMED short stories; perfect for Thanksgiving:

*TWO THANKSGIVING DAY GENTLEMEN by O. Henry

*THANK YOU MA’AM by Langston Hughes

* PDF LINKS to texts are included

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous, grade-level literature by front-loading story elements and vocabulary critical to comprehension and aligned to standards

AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeshool classrooms

PDF FILE. Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing 8 printable worksheets to be used with the PPT lesson! These printables include Connotation and Grammar sort, Word Study, Vocabulary Organizer, and Vocabulary Quiz with optional word bank and answer key.

POWERPOINT:

1. **Author Bio:** To connect vocabulary with real-world context, we provide author biographies related to each short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the words in the context of the author's life experience.

2. **Setting**: highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links to prepare students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.

3. **Vocab with Concise Definitions :** Our PowerPoint lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context as it appears in the text.

4.**Bold Photos:** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.

5.**Parts of Speech:** Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.

6. **Grammar Review & Sort** Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.

7. **Connotation Review & Sort** Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.

8.**Context Clues Sentences:** Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.

9.**Quizlet Practice:** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice sets tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.

10**PDF file** 9 organizers, activities, and quizzes

11 **Fun Fact** photos and video links are inserted throughout to bring important elements of the story into context and aid comprehension

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:
· Introduce new story
· Provide backstory to text
· Stimulate group discussion/prediction
· Create predictions about text7
· Use as distance learning resource
· Post on webpage for review
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments
· Grammar study / parts of speech
· Discuss Word Connotation

PRINTABLE USES: word walls and interactive notebooks

These lessons are also available in Google Slides.

This highly engaging, primary based, interactive Slide Presentation will have students examine; the underlying roots from which the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) came to exist in America, the organization's primary tactics of using intimidation & fear in fighting against social equality, and why many poor whites were recruited to join the KKK organization. Students will delve deeper by comparing the circumstances and social conditions of two former KKK leaders (one who lived during the era of Jim Crow, and the other of present day).

Class discussion, and critical thinking is promoted throughout the entire lesson.

Materials Include:

• Slide Presentation & Guided Notes Handout
• Venn Diagram- 'Comparing White Supremacy of the Past with Today'
• Primary Source Reading- 'C.P. Ellis Why I Quit the Klan'
• Teacher Answer Key Included

*All THREE lessons (Era of Reconstruction, the Ku Klux Klan, & Jim Crow) is available in the BUNDLE for a discounted %.

Thank You Ma'am By Langston Hughes: This introductory PowerPoint lesson provides digital pre-reading information for the story’s author and genre. Bold photo visuals and engaging video clips support the story details. The lesson includes an in-depth vocabulary study, practice, assessment, and printable organizers.

This standard-aligned material is for use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms

**PDF link to short story**

PowerPoint Slides:

1. **Author Biography** This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the story in the context of the author's life experience.

2. **Setting**Highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links allowing students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time-period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.

3.**Bold Photos: ** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.

4. **Vocab with Concise Definitions and Part of Speech: ** Our lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context. Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.

Vibrant Vocab slides (frail, half-nelson, roomer, kitchenette, mistrusted, presentable, suede, latching, barren, stoop)

5.**Quizlet Practice Link ** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.

6. **Fun Fact Images and Videos** These features highlight unique elements of the text to aid comprehension

PDF FILE.

Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing printable worksheets to be used with the lesson!

**Grammar Sort**

Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.

**Connotation Sort**

Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.

**Context Clues Sentences, Word Bank and Key: **

Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.

**Vocabulary Organizer**

This worksheet allows the students to infer the meaning from the animated vocabulary slide. After students complete the organizer, it is a great reference sheet.

**Synonym and Antonym Word Study**

The graphic organizer allows the students to explore the variations in meaning of the new vocabulary word.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide backstory to text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage for review

· Add to electronic notebooks

· Provide test review

· Prompt Writing or Research assignments

· Grammar study / parts of speech

· Discuss Word Connotation

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in Google Slides.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab!

"One Friday Morning" By Langston Hughes: This introductory PowerPoint lesson provides digital pre-reading information for the story’s author and genre. Bold photo visuals and engaging video clips support the story details. The lesson includes an in-depth vocabulary study, practice, assessment, and printable organizers.

This standard-aligned material is for use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms

**Audio Link to short story included**

PowerPoint Slides:

1. **Author Biography** This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the story in the context of the author's life experience.

2. **Setting**Highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links allowing students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time-period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.

3.**Bold Photos: ** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.

4. **Vocab with Concise Definitions and Part of Speech: ** Our lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context. Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.

Vibrant Vocab slides (harmonious, modernistic, scholarship, gratitude, bewildered, indignant, hysterically, interminably)

5.**Quizlet Practice Link ** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.

6. **Fun Fact Images and Videos** These features highlight unique elements of the text to aid comprehension

PDF FILE.

Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing printable worksheets to be used with the lesson!

**Grammar Sort**

Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.

**Connotation Sort**

Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.

**Context Clues Sentences, Word Bank and Key: **

Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.

**Vocabulary Organizer**

This worksheet allows the students to infer the meaning from the animated vocabulary slide. After students complete the organizer, it is a great reference sheet.

**Synonym and Antonym Word Study**

The graphic organizer allows the students to explore the variations in meaning of the new vocabulary word.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide backstory to text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage for review

· Add to electronic notebooks

· Provide test review

· Prompt Writing or Research assignments

· Grammar study / parts of speech

· Discuss Word Connotation

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in Google Slides.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab!

Short stories, "Thank You Ma'am" and "One Friday Morning", by Langston Hughes: these 2 introductory Powerpoint lessons provide digital and printable pre-reading information for the author, genre, and setting. The lessons also include vocabulary study, practice, and assessment.

*PDF links to texts included

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous literature by front-loading story elements critical to comprehension aligned to standards

AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms

PDF FILE. Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing 8 printable worksheets to be used with the PPT lesson! These printables include Connotation and Grammar sort, Word Study, and Vocabulary Quiz with optional word bank and answer key.

EACH POWERPOINT:

1. **Author Bio:** To connect vocabulary with real-world context, we provide author biographies related to each short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the words in the context of the author's life experience.

2. **Setting**: highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links to prepare students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.

3. **Vocab with Concise Definitions :** Our PowerPoint lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context as it appears in the text.

4.**Bold Photos:** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.

5.**Parts of Speech:** Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.

6. **Grammar Review & Sort** Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.

7. **Connotation Review & Sort** Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.

8.**Context Clues Sentences:** Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.

9.**Quizlet Practice:** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice sets tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.

10**PDF file** 9 organizers, activities, and quizzes

11 **Fun Fact** photos and video links are inserted throughout to bring important elements of the story into context and aid comprehension

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:
· Introduce new story
· Provide backstory to text
· Stimulate group discussion/prediction
· Create predictions about text
· Use as distance learning resource
· Post on webpage for review
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments
· Grammar study / parts of speech
· Discuss Word Connotation

PRINTABLE USES: word walls and interactive notebooks

Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

This PowerPoint lesson provides digital pre-reading resources, historical background info, vocabulary word study, practice, and assessment for this NONFICTION TEXT: LETTER FROM A BIRMINGHAM JAIL BY MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

PDF LINK INCLUDED

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous literature by front-loading story elements critical to comprehension aligned to standards

AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms

PDF FILE. Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing 8 printable worksheets to be used with the PPT lesson! These printables include Connotation and Grammar sort, Word Study, and Vocabulary Quiz with optional word bank and answer key.

POWERPOINT:
• Opening slide
-genre, author photo and short bio.

• 2 setting slides
-Location photos with map
-Time period photos with live link to period music clip!

• Vibrant Vocab slides -clergyman, scintillate, relegate, sanctimonious, inevitability, existential, reiterate, nonconformist, complacency, cognizant, unfettered, incorrigible, moratorium, clarion, devious, degrade, affluent, ideology
-photo appearing without word for inference making
-vocab word which 'slides in' so photo can be first WITHOUT the word
-part of speech
-concise definition

**
• Differentiated Worksheet-**used as a pretest, posttest, or practice
• Quizlet link
• Part of speech sort
• Word connotation sort

*Vocabulary sort

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:
· Introduce new story
· Provide backstory to text
· Stimulate group discussion/prediction
· Create predictions about text
· Use as distance learning resource
· Post on webpage for review
· Add to electronic notebooks
· Provide test review
· Prompt Writing or Research assignments
· Grammar study / parts of speech
· Discuss Word Connotation

PRINTABLE USES: word walls and interactive notebooks

****Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in Google Slides.

Enjoy -from Kiwious About Vocab!

I HAVE A DREAM BY MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. This PowerPoint lesson provides digital pre-reading resources, historical background info, vocabulary word study, practice, and assessment for this NONFICTION TEXT.

PDF LINK TO SPEECH INCLUDED

PowerPoint Slides:

1. **Author Biography** We provide author biographies for the short story. This adds depth to the lesson, allowing students to appreciate the story in the context of the author's life experience.

2. **Setting**Highly informative slides include maps, historical images and intriguing video links allowing students to have a deeper understanding of the location and time-period in which the story takes place. This is a crucial element when preparing students to read outside their own worldview.

3.**Bold Photos: ** Visual learners will thrive with our visually appealing slides, featuring bold and relevant images that help reinforce vocabulary concepts and make learning more engaging.

4. **Vocab with Concise Definitions and Part of Speech: ** Our lesson provides clear and concise definitions for challenging vocabulary words, ensuring that students understand the meaning of each word in context. Understanding the parts of speech is crucial for effective language comprehension. Our lesson includes sections dedicated to identifying the part of speech for each vocabulary word.

• Vibrant Vocab slides: manacles, emancipation, proclamation, momentous, decree, wither, languish, hallowed, discord, inalienable, degenerate, inextricably, discontent, invigorating

-photo appearing without word for inference making

-vocab word which 'slides in' so photo can be first WITHOUT the word

-part of speech

-concise definition
5.**Quizlet Practice Link ** Reinforce learning and encourage self-assessment with Quizlet practice tailored to the vocabulary words covered in the lesson. This interactive tool allows students to review and quiz themselves.

6. **Time-period Facts and Photos ** Helping students visualize and comprehend the historical context, deepening their understanding of the events and culture depicted in the story.

7. **Link to Time-period Music** Immersing students in the cultural atmosphere of the era, promoting an emotional connection.

8. **Fun Fact Images and Videos** These features highlight unique elements of the text to aid comprehension

PDF FILE.

Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing printable worksheets to be used with the lesson!

**Grammar Sort**

Strengthen language skills with integrated grammar review sections, ensuring students can apply the vocabulary words correctly in their own writing and communication.

**Connotation Sort**

Dive deeper into vocabulary nuances by exploring the connotations of words, helping students grasp the subtle shades of meaning and usage.

**Context Clues Sentences, Word Bank and Key: **

Our lesson includes carefully curated sentences that employ context clues, enabling students to decipher word meanings from surrounding text. This fosters independent comprehension skills. These worksheets can be used for practice or assessment.

**Vocabulary Organizer**

This worksheet allows the students to infer the meaning from the animated vocabulary slide. After students complete the organizer, it is a great reference sheet.

**Synonym and Antonym Word Study**

The graphic organizer allows the students to explore the variations in meaning of the new vocabulary word.

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide backstory to text

· Stimulate group discussion

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage for review

· Add to electronic notebooks

· Provide test review

· Prompt Writing or Research assignments

· Grammar study / parts of speech

· Discuss Word Connotation

This standard-aligned material is for use with whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual/homeschool classrooms.

Please be sure to view the preview and watch the video for detailed images and descriptions of the lesson.

This lesson is also available in Google Slides.

Enjoy!

-From Kiwious About Vocab!

History, patterns, repetition, and slang make Scat writing fun and educational for students. Learn about the history and great artists of the genre of Blues and Jazz then write Scat and perform for peers! This 18 page presentation uses: History and culture of Blues and Jazz Patterns/Repetition Slang Song Lyrics Rhythm and Rhyme Blues and Jazz Greats focusing on Ray Charles Sing-along example Writing process Peer reviewing/workshopping Overview of the Blues and Jazz era Elements of Blues and Jazz Research component Critical Thinking activities Extra Resources Lesson Plan Learning about Jazz and Blues, its history and culture, and patterns and rhythms will get students up and moving with Scat. Fun, interactive, and educational with links and visuals for all learning styles. Be sure to share and perform your Scat Blues and Jazz songs!

Celebrate Black History Month by having your students research different influential individuals.

This resource includes report pennants for :

-> Martin Luther King

-> Maya Angelou

-> Jackie Robinson

-> Ida b. Wells

-> Harriet Tubman

-> George washington carver

-> Frederick Douglas

-> Booker T. Washington

-> Rosa Parks

-> Bessie Coleman

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• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

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This Figurative Language Short Passage Set about Rosa Parks is a no-prep, printable close reading activity that's perfect for middle school and high school. Use it during Women's History Month or any time of the year! Featuring Rosa Parks, this is a 216-word passage filled with 15 examples of figurative language, such as hyperbole, metaphor, simile, and personification. I’ve found that although my students can tell me the definition of these terms, simile is the only one they can truly pick out in a text. As a result, their writing is filled with overused similes that need work! This figurative language passage set is rigorous, uses higher-level words and phrases, and in addition to merely identifying the different types, students will be asked to discuss the impact it has on the reader, as they’re asked to do on standardized testing. Check out my other figurative language passage sets here!

Simply print and go! There is truly no preparation needed, which is why this set is perfect to leave for sub plans, bell ringers, homework, test prep, review or assessment!

*As an optional review activity, use my No-prep Four Corners Figurative Language Activity resource for a fun whole-group game, then use this passage set for assessment!
Activity:
Students can complete all three worksheets as part of a packet, but I suggest using one each day. If you teach allusion, alliteration, idiom, or onomatopoeia, you can ask students to include those in Task 2 where they will be asked to continue the passage using a similar writing style. I have left some blanks on the checklist for this very purpose.

Reflection:
The class can review the answers and comments as a whole group when the activity is complete. You’ll be surprised how much better they’ll get at figurative language after being exposed to some high-quality examples!

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Can we build a truly just and equitable society? Explore the critical issues of racial justice and systemic racism through the lens of ongoing protests, impactful initiatives, and diverse perspectives. This engaging reading comprehension worksheet empowers your students to analyze the complexities of racial injustice, understand the motivations behind protests, and critically evaluate potential solutions for building a more inclusive future.

Highlight key features and benefits:

• Relevant and timely: Grapples with a crucial social issue that demands open dialogue and understanding.
• Differentiated question formats: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions encourage critical thinking and cater to various learning styles.
• Primary source analysis: Develop critical source evaluation skills with an included primary source from a diverse range of voices.
• Promotes respectful dialogue: Provides a framework for open and respectful discussions about complex and sensitive topics.
• Standards-aligned: Aligned with reading comprehension and social studies standards

Equip your students with the knowledge and critical thinking skills to navigate the conversation on racial justice. Download this comprehensive reading comprehension worksheet and ignite meaningful discussions in your classroom today!

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Step away from the gold mines and dive into the vibrant heart of ancient Ghana! This engaging reading comprehension and hands-on activity worksheet transports your students to a sun-drenched world where children's laughter echoes, artisans weave magic with their hands, and festivals burst with colorful celebrations.

Explore Beyond the Surface:

• Games of Wit & Agility: Witness children strategize in the bean-clicking game of Mancala, leap and dodge in the playful tag game "Ampe," and discover how these simple pastimes were more than just entertainment.
• Masters of Craft: Get inspired by skilled Ghanaian goldsmiths, weavers, and potters who transformed raw materials into stunning jewelry, tapestries, and pottery, each piece a treasure trove of cultural heritage.
• Craft Your Own Legacy: Unleash your inner artist with a fun clay pendant activity inspired by Ghanaian pottery methods. Learn to shape the clay, decorate with vibrant paints, and wear your creation with pride!
• Celebrations of Life: Feel the pulse of Ghana's joyful festivals, where the Yam Festival erupts in a symphony of drumming, dancing, and storytelling, connecting the present to the past and honoring ancestral spirits.

Engage Your Students with:

• Captivating text and primary source analysis for deeper understanding of Ghanaian culture.
• Interactive comprehension questions in multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer formats.
• A hands-on clay pendant activity to spark creativity and connect with Ghanaian traditions.
• Vivid vocabulary and imagery to bring ancient Ghana to life.

Perfect for:

• Social studies and history lessons on Ancient Africa.
• Developing reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.
• Fostering creativity and hands-on learning experiences.
• Integrating cultural awareness and historical appreciation.

Ready to transport your classroom to a vibrant, playful, and historically rich Ghana? Download this exciting worksheet and watch your students become explorers, artists, and celebrants of ancient African culture!

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the diverse aspects of life in ancient Ghana beyond its famous gold trade.
• Understand the significance of traditional games, crafts, and festivals in Ghanaian culture.
• Develop critical thinking skills through source analysis, inference, and problem-solving.
• Foster creativity and hands-on learning through artistic activities.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RH.6-8.2: Determine the central ideas or information of a historical text.
• RH.6-8.3: Analyze how a primary source reveals the historical context of a particular event.
• RH.6-8.7: Integrate information from various sources to answer questions about a particular historical period.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.6.7: Analyze various features of text, including figurative language, word choice, and tone.
• VA.K-12.2: Create a work of art based on observation

Embark on a thought-provoking journey through the complex and powerful story of the Black Panther Party! This engaging resource delves beyond sensational headlines to shed light on the Panthers' multifaceted activism, ideology, and enduring legacy. Students will:

• Unravel the truth: Go deeper than media portrayals to understand the Black Panthers' historical context, founding principles, and evolution as a social justice movement.
• Analyze their blueprint: Decipher the Ten-Point Program, their ambitious vision for economic equality, community empowerment, and dismantling systemic racism.
• Witness their impact: Discover the Panthers' diverse initiatives, from armed patrols against police brutality to free breakfast programs and educational projects, revealing their commitment to uplifting Black communities.
• Explore different perspectives: Analyze primary sources and engage in critical thinking activities to grapple with the BPP's controversial elements and their lasting influence on American society.
• Connect to the present: Reflect on the Black Panthers' legacy in today's fight for racial justice.

This captivating resource features:

• Compelling Narrative: Immerse students in the Black Panthers' story through vivid language and real-world examples.
• Primary Source Analysis: Develop critical thinking skills by decoding a powerful quote from the Ten-Point Program and connecting it to contemporary issues.
• Interactive Activities: Challenge students with engaging multiple-choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions that promote deeper understanding and active learning.
• Thought-Provoking Discussions: Encourage critical reflection and dialogue with discussion prompts that connect the topic to personal experiences and broader social justice issues.
• Clear Answer Key: Save valuable time with a comprehensive answer key for easy assessment and feedback.

Ideal for:

• Middle and high school students in social studies, language arts, or current events classes.
• Teachers seeking resources for Black History Month, units on civil rights movements, or promoting critical thinking and civic engagement.
• Anyone passionate about understanding the Black Panthers' important role in the fight for equality and its continued relevance in today's world.

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Review: The content is excellent, offering a balanced and nuanced exploration of the Black Panther Party. It delves into their history, ideology, activism, and challenges, avoiding oversimplification and promoting critical thinking. The inclusion of a primary source, engaging activities, and discussion prompts fosters deeper understanding and encourages students to grapple with the complexities of the BPP's legacy.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will analyze the historical context, founding principles, and multifaceted activism of the Black Panther Party.
• Students will evaluate the Black Panthers' Ten-Point Program, its goals, and its connection to broader social justice movements.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills through analyzing primary sources, identifying bias, and forming questions for further inquiry.
• Students will connect the Black Panther Party's legacy to contemporary issues of racial justice and systemic inequality.
• Students will engage in discussions and reflection activities that promote empathy, understanding, and a commitment to social change.

Common Core State Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.7: Analyze various accounts of a single historical event or issue, recognizing and clarifying differences in points of view.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.8: Distinguish between primary and secondary sources, and determine the difference between fact and opinion.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.9: Analyze and evaluate the usefulness of different resources for researching a topic.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.10: Integrate information from diverse sources, including primary and secondary sources, print and digital sources, and visual sources, in order to write about a topic.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6-8.4: Present claims and findings clearly and concisely using relevant evidence.

Embark on a captivating journey through time and uncover the untold stories of Mali, Songhai, and Kush, magnificent African empires that dazzled the world with their wealth, innovation, and cultural achievements. This comprehensive reading comprehension worksheet, perfect for Black History Month or any social studies unit, delves into the heart of these civilizations, dispelling myths and showcasing a vibrant era of African excellence.
Engage your students with:

• Gripping narratives: Discover the rise and fall of these empires, from Mali's gold-paved streets under Sundiata Keita to Songhai's intellectual fervor under Askia Muhammad, and Kush's powerful queens like Candace Amanirenas.
• Primary source exploration: Analyze compelling excerpts from historical figures like Ibn Battuta and Leo Africanus, gaining firsthand accounts of the empires' opulence and cultural practices.
• Critical thinking activities: Hone critical thinking skills with multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions that delve deeper into the content.
• Standards-aligned assessment: Address key Common Core State Standards related to reading comprehension, informational text analysis, and primary source interpretation.

This resource is ideal for:

• Middle and high school students in social studies, history, or Black history courses.
• Teachers seeking engaging and informative materials for Black History Month or ancient African civilizations units.
• Homeschoolers looking to supplement their curriculum with captivating lessons.

Unmask the mysteries of these remarkable empires and ignite your students' passion for history with this dynamic and informative resource!

Review: The content of the product is excellent. It is well-organized, informative, and engaging. The reading comprehension worksheet follows a clear structure, starting with an introduction to the topic, then providing detailed information about each of the three empires, and concluding with primary sources and assessment questions. The inclusion of primary sources and assessment questions is particularly valuable, as it allows students to think critically about the information they have read and develop their understanding of the topic.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to identify the key characteristics of the ancient African empires of Mali, Songhai, and Kush.
• Students will be able to analyze primary sources to gain insights into the culture and history of these empires.
• Students will be able to develop their critical thinking skills by answering comprehension and analysis questions.
• Students will be able to communicate their understanding of the topic through written and verbal responses.

Common Core State Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.7: Analyze various accounts of a single historical event or issue, recognizing and clarifying differences in points of view.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.8: Distinguish between primary and secondary sources, and determine the difference between fact and opinion.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.9: Analyze and evaluate the usefulness of different resources for researching a topic.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.10: Integrate information from diverse sources, including primary and secondary sources, print and digital sources, and visual sources, in order to write about a topic.

Ride for Freedom: A Reading Comprehension Journey on the Civil Rights Movement's Pivotal Moment

Embark on a captivating journey through the Freedom Rides of 1961, a crucial chapter in the fight for Civil Rights. This comprehensive reading comprehension resource delves into the courage, challenges, and lasting impact of this nonviolent movement.

Key Features:

• Engaging Narrative: Presents the story of the Freedom Rides in a clear and accessible manner.
• Primary Source Integration: Incorporates firsthand accounts, allowing students to connect with the experiences of participants.
• Diverse Question Formats: Employs multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking at various levels.
• Detailed Answer Key: Provides clear and concise answers to guide classroom discussions and self-assessment.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain a thorough understanding of the Freedom Rides, their historical context, and their significance in the Civil Rights Movement.
• Analyze the motivations and strategies of the Freedom Riders, including their commitment to nonviolence.
• Evaluate the impact of the Freedom Rides on public perception and the fight for racial equality.
• Develop critical thinking and analysis skills through primary source analysis and discussion.
• Recognize the enduring legacy of the Freedom Rides and their continued relevance in contemporary society.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and explain how it is developed.
• RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
• RI.5.8: Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support a point of view.
• SS.5.US.3: Explain the impact of key events and individuals on the Civil Rights Movement, including the Freedom Rides.

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Brown v. Board: Breaking Down Barriers, Building Equity - A Reading Comprehension Resource

Delve into the landmark Supreme Court case, Brown v. Board of Education, with this engaging reading comprehension resource. Explore the historical context, legal arguments, and lasting impact of this pivotal moment in the fight for educational equity in the United States.

Key Features:

• Captivating Narrative: Unravels the story of Brown v. Board, making complex legal issues accessible to students.
• Primary Source Integration: Allows students to analyze firsthand accounts, enhancing understanding and historical context.
• Diverse Question Formats: Employs multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer questions to assess various levels of comprehension and critical thinking.
• Detailed Answer Key: Provides clear and concise answers to facilitate self-assessment and guided discussions.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain deeper understanding of the Brown v. Board of Education case and its historical significance.
• Analyze the arguments presented by both sides and the reasoning behind the court's decision.
• Examine the challenges and complexities of achieving educational equity in the context of historical events like the Little Rock Nine.
• Develop critical thinking and analysis skills through primary source exploration and discussion.
• Uncover the legacy of Brown v. Board and its lasting impact on the Civil Rights Movement and the pursuit of equal opportunities.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and explain how it is developed.
• RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
• RI.5.8: Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support a point of view.
• SS.5.US.3: Explain the impact of key events and individuals on the Civil Rights Movement, including the Brown v. Board of Education decision.

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Unify and Overcome: A Captivating Look at Music's Power in the Civil Rights Movement

Engage your students in a powerful exploration of music's transformative role in the Civil Rights Movement! This comprehensive reading comprehension resource delves into the history, impact, and enduring legacy of music as a weapon for freedom and equality.

Key Features:

• Compelling Narrative: Presents the story in a clear and engaging manner, making it accessible to diverse learners.
• Primary Source Integration: Incorporates firsthand accounts, allowing students to connect with the voices of the movement.
• Varied Question Formats: Employs multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking at various levels.
• Detailed Answer Key: Provides clear and concise answers to facilitate self-assessment and guided discussions.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the role of music in the Civil Rights Movement.
• Analyze the cultural and historical context that shaped protest songs and their impact.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of music as a tool for social change and fostering unity.
• Develop critical thinking and analysis skills through primary source analysis and discussion.
• Appreciate the enduring legacy of music in the fight for equality and its continued relevance today.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and explain how it is developed.
• RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
• RI.5.8: Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support a point of view.
• SS.5.US.3: Explain the impact of key events and individuals on the Civil Rights Movement, including the role of music.

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Unveiling the Legacy: A Deep Dive into the March on Washington

Engage your students in a captivating exploration of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom! This comprehensive reading comprehension resource delves into the historical context, analyzes Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech, and explores the march's lasting impact on the Civil Rights Movement and beyond.

Key Features:

• Compelling Narrative: Presents the story in a clear and engaging manner, making it accessible to diverse learners.
• Primary Source Integration: Incorporates firsthand accounts, allowing students to connect with the voices of the movement.
• Varied Question Formats: Employs multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking at various levels.
• Detailed Answer Key: Provides clear and concise answers to facilitate self-assessment and guided discussions.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain a deeper understanding of the historical context and motivations behind the March on Washington.
• Analyze primary sources to understand the goals and perspectives of key figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
• Evaluate the significance of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech and its use of language and imagery.
• Explore the lasting impact of the March on Washington on the Civil Rights Movement and contemporary social justice movements.
• Develop critical thinking and analysis skills through discussion and open-ended questions.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and explain how it is developed.
• RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
• RI.5.8: Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support a point of view.
• SS.5.US.3: Explain the impact of key events and individuals on the Civil Rights Movement, including the March on Washington.

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Unveiling the Legacy: A Deep Dive into the Selma Marches

Engage your students in a captivating exploration of the pivotal Selma to Montgomery Marches!

This comprehensive reading comprehension resource delves into the historical context, analyzes primary sources, and explores the lasting impact of this defining moment in the fight for voting rights. Through engaging activities and thought-provoking questions, students will gain a deeper understanding of:

• The systemic disenfranchisement of Black voters in the South.
• The courage and determination of the marchers in the face of violence.
• The significance of the marches in securing voting rights and inspiring future generations.

Key Features:

• Compelling Narrative: Presents the story in a clear and engaging manner, making it accessible to diverse learners.
• Primary Source Integration: Incorporates firsthand accounts, allowing students to connect with the voices of the movement.
• Varied Question Formats: Employs multiple choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension and critical thinking at various levels.
• Detailed Answer Key: Provides clear and concise answers to facilitate self-assessment and guided discussions.

Learning Objectives:

• Analyze the historical context and motivations behind the Selma to Montgomery Marches.
• Evaluate primary sources to understand the perspectives and experiences of individuals involved in the movement.
• Analyze the significance of nonviolent resistance as a strategy employed by the Civil Rights Movement.
• Explore the impact of the marches on the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the fight for racial equality.
• Recognize the enduring legacy of the Selma Marches and their contribution to the ongoing struggle for social justice.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• RI.5.1: Quote accurately from a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.
• RI.5.2: Determine the central ideas or author's purpose of a text and explain how it is developed.
• RI.5.3: Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
• RI.5.8: Explain how an author uses reasons and evidence to support a point of view.
• SS.5.US.3: Explain the impact of key events and individuals on the Civil Rights Movement, including the Selma to Montgomery Marches.

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Delve into a dark chapter of American history and ignite critical thinking with this compelling reading comprehension resource! Unmask the chilling details of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study, where scientific ambition overshadowed human lives. Through this comprehensive exploration, students will engage with primary sources, grapple with ethical dilemmas, and understand the legacy of this shameful episode in medicine.

Students will:

• Unravel the secrets: Uncover the deceptive practices, ethical violations, and devastating consequences of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study.
• Analyze a primary source: Decipher a firsthand account from a study participant, understanding the human cost of medical exploitation.
• Confront ethical gray areas: Explore the complex balance between scientific advancement and respect for human dignity, fostering critical thinking skills.
• Grapple with the lasting impact: Discuss the lingering effects of the study on healthcare disparities, racial bias in research, and trust in medical institutions.
• Engage in thought-provoking activities: Challenge students with multiple-choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions that deepen understanding and promote active learning.

This impactful resource features:

• Vivid Narrative: Unfold the complex story of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study through accessible language and relatable examples.
• Primary Source Analysis: Develop critical thinking skills by decoding a historical document and connecting it to broader themes of consent, trust, and ethical responsibility.
• Interactive Activities: Challenge students with engaging assessments that promote active learning and solidify understanding.
• Discussion Prompts: Encourage critical reflection and dialogue with thought-provoking questions that delve into the study's ethical implications and ongoing relevance.
• Clear Answer Key: Save valuable time with a comprehensive answer key for easy assessment and feedback.

Ideal for:

• Middle and high school students in social studies, health, or ethics classes.
• Teachers seeking resources for Black History Month, units on medical ethics, or promoting critical thinking and social justice education.
• Anyone passionate about understanding the Tuskegee Syphilis Study's historical significance and its continued importance in the fight for equitable healthcare and ethical research practices.

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Review: The content is well-written and informative, providing a balanced and nuanced exploration of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study. It highlights the ethical violations, human suffering, and long-term consequences of the study, while also including a brief mention of potential benefits and the historical context of syphilis treatment. The inclusion of a primary source and engaging activities fosters deeper understanding and critical thinking skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will analyze the historical context, motivations, and ethical breaches of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study.
• Students will evaluate the impact of the study on research participants, their families, and the Black community.
• Students will develop critical thinking skills through analyzing primary sources, identifying bias, and formulating questions for further inquiry.
• Students will connect the legacy of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study to contemporary issues of medical ethics, racial disparities in healthcare, and informed consent.
• Students will engage in discussions and reflection activities that promote empathy, understanding, and a commitment to ethical research practices.

Common Core State Standards:

• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.7: Analyze various accounts of a single historical event or issue, recognizing and clarifying differences in points of view.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.8: Distinguish between primary and secondary sources, and determine the difference between fact and opinion.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.9: Analyze and evaluate the usefulness of different resources for researching a topic.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RH.6-8.10: Integrate information from diverse sources, including primary and secondary sources, print and digital sources, and visual sources, in order to write about a topic.
• CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.6-8.4: Present claims and findings clearly and concisely using relevant evidence.