Famous Marches in American History Art-Based Lesson Plan
Let's learn about famous marches in American history!
First, read the chapter "M is for March!" 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, fun 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
The Leader of Your Parade Activity- In the 1913 March for Women's Suffrage, a labor lawyer and activist named Inez Milholland led the procession. She wore a gold crown and a long white cape, and rode on a white horse. She carried a sign that said, "Forward Into Light." Use a six-sided die and the activity page provided to design your own striking parade leader.
The Smallest Hooverville Activity- In the years following the Great Depression, encampments known derisively as Hoovervilles full of unhoused, unemployed people (and their families) popped up all over the country. The biggest Hooverville was part of the protest of the Bonus Army March- they set up their shelters right across from the US Capitol Building, where they couldn't be ignored. The little houses in this Hooverville were made out of whatever scraps could be found- metal, cardboard, newspapers. Using the activity page provided and whatever materials you can find around you or in your recycling bin, make the smallest Hooverville.
Bombingham Art Prompt- In the 1950's and '60's, Birmingham, Alabama was America's most segregated city and strictly enforced the laws and rules that kept Black people from sharing spaces with white people. Anyone who was considered to have broken these rules was likely to be attacked. From 1945-63, there were 60 bombings of Black homes, businesses, and churches. It was so prevalent that many referred to the city as "Bombingham." On plain paper or the page provided, create an artistic interpretation of what a city called Bombingham might look like.
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 X González with original coloring page featuring a biography and quotation plus a recommended resource to learn more about their 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
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Let's learn about famous marches in American history!
First, read the chapter "M is for March!" 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, fun 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
The Leader of Your Parade Activity- In the 1913 March for Women's Suffrage, a labor lawyer and activist named Inez Milholland led the procession. She wore a gold crown and a long white cape, and rode on a white horse. She carried a sign that said, "Forward Into Light." Use a six-sided die and the activity page provided to design your own striking parade leader.
The Smallest Hooverville Activity- In the years following the Great Depression, encampments known derisively as Hoovervilles full of unhoused, unemployed people (and their families) popped up all over the country. The biggest Hooverville was part of the protest of the Bonus Army March- they set up their shelters right across from the US Capitol Building, where they couldn't be ignored. The little houses in this Hooverville were made out of whatever scraps could be found- metal, cardboard, newspapers. Using the activity page provided and whatever materials you can find around you or in your recycling bin, make the smallest Hooverville.
Bombingham Art Prompt- In the 1950's and '60's, Birmingham, Alabama was America's most segregated city and strictly enforced the laws and rules that kept Black people from sharing spaces with white people. Anyone who was considered to have broken these rules was likely to be attacked. From 1945-63, there were 60 bombings of Black homes, businesses, and churches. It was so prevalent that many referred to the city as "Bombingham." On plain paper or the page provided, create an artistic interpretation of what a city called Bombingham might look like.
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 X González with original coloring page featuring a biography and quotation plus a recommended resource to learn more about their 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 famous marches in American history!
First, read the chapter "M is for March!" 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, fun 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
The Leader of Your Parade Activity- In the 1913 March for Women's Suffrage, a labor lawyer and activist named Inez Milholland led the procession. She wore a gold crown and a long white cape, and rode on a white horse. She carried a sign that said, "Forward Into Light." Use a six-sided die and the activity page provided to design your own striking parade leader.
The Smallest Hooverville Activity- In the years following the Great Depression, encampments known derisively as Hoovervilles full of unhoused, unemployed people (and their families) popped up all over the country. The biggest Hooverville was part of the protest of the Bonus Army March- they set up their shelters right across from the US Capitol Building, where they couldn't be ignored. The little houses in this Hooverville were made out of whatever scraps could be found- metal, cardboard, newspapers. Using the activity page provided and whatever materials you can find around you or in your recycling bin, make the smallest Hooverville.
Bombingham Art Prompt- In the 1950's and '60's, Birmingham, Alabama was America's most segregated city and strictly enforced the laws and rules that kept Black people from sharing spaces with white people. Anyone who was considered to have broken these rules was likely to be attacked. From 1945-63, there were 60 bombings of Black homes, businesses, and churches. It was so prevalent that many referred to the city as "Bombingham." On plain paper or the page provided, create an artistic interpretation of what a city called Bombingham might look like.
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 X González with original coloring page featuring a biography and quotation plus a recommended resource to learn more about their 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!