The Civil Rights Movement
19050s-Today
"[A] misunderstanding of the Black Freedom Movement- and therefore of the history of this country- had dire consequences or everyone, especially for all of us who believe that there is still the possibility of creating "a more perfect Union" in this land. As a result, one of the major challenges available to teachers in every possible institution is to introduce ourselves and our students to an alternative vision of the movement, to see it as a great gift for all Americans , as a central point of grounding for our own pro-democracy movement" -Vincent Harding (1990) Black History is America's History
Teaching the Civil Rights Movement must be intentional, comprehensive, and thorough. Using the simplicity of picture books to tell the complex story of this time period makes learning more comprehensible for students of all ages. The assorted points of view allow for varied and unique perspectives, encouraging learners to acknowledge diverse experiences. Please use this site to explore teaching resources for this a pivotal period in history; a time that is an integral part of students’ culture. Before teaching, please take the time to review basic information on the movement through the link below. Then, please view the introduction video, which may also be used as an initial engagement for students.
Teaching the Civil Rights Movement must be intentional, comprehensive, and thorough. Using the simplicity of picture books to tell the complex story of this time period makes learning more comprehensible for students of all ages. The assorted points of view allow for varied and unique perspectives, encouraging learners to acknowledge diverse experiences. Please use this site to explore teaching resources for this a pivotal period in history; a time that is an integral part of students’ culture. Before teaching, please take the time to review basic information on the movement through the link below. Then, please view the introduction video, which may also be used as an initial engagement for students.