Black Lives Matter Art-Based Lesson Plan
Let's learn about the Black Lives Matter movement!
First, read the chapter "B Is for #BlackLivesMatter" in the textbook Rad American History A-Z by Kate Schatz and Miriam Klein Stahl (you will need to purchase or borrow this textbook for this lesson). Then, expand on the reading with this creative and engaging lesson plan, featuring video resources, a discussion prompt, print-and-go creative activities, worksheets, and more. This lesson set was designed to be accessible for all ages of learners and includes a wide range of resources so you can tailor the lesson to the needs of your students.
Included in this lesson
A recommended selection from Rad American History A-Z by Kate Schatz and Miriam Klein Stahl
Recommended video resources
A thought-provoking discussion prompt
BLM Store Window Activity- The founders of the BLM movement found creative ways to spread the word about their message. Decorate the windows of the shop in the following print-and-go activity page, inspired by Alicia Garza's work in Oakland.
BLM Hoodie Activity- The BLM movement aims to educate people about racial injustices like racial profiling and works to end them. Create a design on the blank hoodie print-and-go activity page provided inspired by the themes of this lesson and the Black Lives Matter movement.
A New Sport Activity- Read about Colin Kaepernick in our book, then read the included information page about problems with football (America's favorite sport). Use one six-sided die and the included print-and-go activity pages to dream up a brand new sport.
Comprehension and Critical Thinking worksheet featuring: Vocabulary Word Match, Review Questions (short answer), Critical Thinking Question (long answer), and Ideas for Further Research
Comprehension and Critical Thinking answer sheet
Spotlight on activist and organizer Alicia Garza with original coloring page featuring a biography and quotation plus a recommended resource to learn more about her work
A note to the teacher with additional information about this lesson
If you like the sound of this lesson, consider checking out the complete curriculum! It was designed to help students learn about moments and movements in American history in which everyday people worked together to make change and inspire them to think creatively about problems in the world:
Power of the People Art-Based American History Curriculum
Connect with us!
We'd love to hear what you think and see photos of how you used this product! Also, please consider signing up for our newsletter to receive a freebie every month!
Let's learn about the Black Lives Matter movement!
First, read the chapter "B Is for #BlackLivesMatter" in the textbook Rad American History A-Z by Kate Schatz and Miriam Klein Stahl (you will need to purchase or borrow this textbook for this lesson). Then, expand on the reading with this creative and engaging lesson plan, featuring video resources, a discussion prompt, print-and-go creative activities, worksheets, and more. This lesson set was designed to be accessible for all ages of learners and includes a wide range of resources so you can tailor the lesson to the needs of your students.
Included in this lesson
A recommended selection from Rad American History A-Z by Kate Schatz and Miriam Klein Stahl
Recommended video resources
A thought-provoking discussion prompt
BLM Store Window Activity- The founders of the BLM movement found creative ways to spread the word about their message. Decorate the windows of the shop in the following print-and-go activity page, inspired by Alicia Garza's work in Oakland.
BLM Hoodie Activity- The BLM movement aims to educate people about racial injustices like racial profiling and works to end them. Create a design on the blank hoodie print-and-go activity page provided inspired by the themes of this lesson and the Black Lives Matter movement.
A New Sport Activity- Read about Colin Kaepernick in our book, then read the included information page about problems with football (America's favorite sport). Use one six-sided die and the included print-and-go activity pages to dream up a brand new sport.
Comprehension and Critical Thinking worksheet featuring: Vocabulary Word Match, Review Questions (short answer), Critical Thinking Question (long answer), and Ideas for Further Research
Comprehension and Critical Thinking answer sheet
Spotlight on activist and organizer Alicia Garza with original coloring page featuring a biography and quotation plus a recommended resource to learn more about her work
A note to the teacher with additional information about this lesson
If you like the sound of this lesson, consider checking out the complete curriculum! It was designed to help students learn about moments and movements in American history in which everyday people worked together to make change and inspire them to think creatively about problems in the world:
Power of the People Art-Based American History Curriculum
Connect with us!
We'd love to hear what you think and see photos of how you used this product! Also, please consider signing up for our newsletter to receive a freebie every month!
Let's learn about the Black Lives Matter movement!
First, read the chapter "B Is for #BlackLivesMatter" in the textbook Rad American History A-Z by Kate Schatz and Miriam Klein Stahl (you will need to purchase or borrow this textbook for this lesson). Then, expand on the reading with this creative and engaging lesson plan, featuring video resources, a discussion prompt, print-and-go creative activities, worksheets, and more. This lesson set was designed to be accessible for all ages of learners and includes a wide range of resources so you can tailor the lesson to the needs of your students.
Included in this lesson
A recommended selection from Rad American History A-Z by Kate Schatz and Miriam Klein Stahl
Recommended video resources
A thought-provoking discussion prompt
BLM Store Window Activity- The founders of the BLM movement found creative ways to spread the word about their message. Decorate the windows of the shop in the following print-and-go activity page, inspired by Alicia Garza's work in Oakland.
BLM Hoodie Activity- The BLM movement aims to educate people about racial injustices like racial profiling and works to end them. Create a design on the blank hoodie print-and-go activity page provided inspired by the themes of this lesson and the Black Lives Matter movement.
A New Sport Activity- Read about Colin Kaepernick in our book, then read the included information page about problems with football (America's favorite sport). Use one six-sided die and the included print-and-go activity pages to dream up a brand new sport.
Comprehension and Critical Thinking worksheet featuring: Vocabulary Word Match, Review Questions (short answer), Critical Thinking Question (long answer), and Ideas for Further Research
Comprehension and Critical Thinking answer sheet
Spotlight on activist and organizer Alicia Garza with original coloring page featuring a biography and quotation plus a recommended resource to learn more about her work
A note to the teacher with additional information about this lesson
If you like the sound of this lesson, consider checking out the complete curriculum! It was designed to help students learn about moments and movements in American history in which everyday people worked together to make change and inspire them to think creatively about problems in the world:
Power of the People Art-Based American History Curriculum
Connect with us!
We'd love to hear what you think and see photos of how you used this product! Also, please consider signing up for our newsletter to receive a freebie every month!