The Stonewall Rebellion Art-Based Lesson Plan
Let's learn about the Stonewall Rebellion
First, read the chapter "S is for Stonewall" 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 "Three-Item Rule" Activity- This old law said that people could be arrested if they didn't wear at least three items of clothing that matched their assigned gender. This print-and-go activity page includes pictures of three wooden artist's forms for you to dress up however you like. You could draw them wearing your idea of the perfect outfit or flaunt the "three-item rule" by dressing them in a jumbled mix of all kinds of clothing.
Equality Bumper Stickers- The Stonewall Inn protest for equal treatment for LGBTQ+ people didn't just last one night, and it didn't stay in one place. Our chapter says, "At one point, someone went to the local police precinct and slapped bright-colored bumper stickers proclaiming EQUALITY FOR HOMOSEXUALS on the parked police cars." Add some bumper stickers to the car in the provided print-and-go activity page featuring messages about issues that are important to you.
How Far Have We Come Since the Stonewall Rebellion?- Use the two pages provided to facilitate an exploration of what has (or hasn't) changed in LGBTQ+ rights since 1969. Students can fill in their thoughts on the first page in response to the quotations from our textbook, then discuss what they wrote down. Then, use the information page provided to inform your discussion.
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 drag king Stormé DeLarverie 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
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Let's learn about the Stonewall Rebellion
First, read the chapter "S is for Stonewall" 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 "Three-Item Rule" Activity- This old law said that people could be arrested if they didn't wear at least three items of clothing that matched their assigned gender. This print-and-go activity page includes pictures of three wooden artist's forms for you to dress up however you like. You could draw them wearing your idea of the perfect outfit or flaunt the "three-item rule" by dressing them in a jumbled mix of all kinds of clothing.
Equality Bumper Stickers- The Stonewall Inn protest for equal treatment for LGBTQ+ people didn't just last one night, and it didn't stay in one place. Our chapter says, "At one point, someone went to the local police precinct and slapped bright-colored bumper stickers proclaiming EQUALITY FOR HOMOSEXUALS on the parked police cars." Add some bumper stickers to the car in the provided print-and-go activity page featuring messages about issues that are important to you.
How Far Have We Come Since the Stonewall Rebellion?- Use the two pages provided to facilitate an exploration of what has (or hasn't) changed in LGBTQ+ rights since 1969. Students can fill in their thoughts on the first page in response to the quotations from our textbook, then discuss what they wrote down. Then, use the information page provided to inform your discussion.
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 drag king Stormé DeLarverie 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 Stonewall Rebellion
First, read the chapter "S is for Stonewall" 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 "Three-Item Rule" Activity- This old law said that people could be arrested if they didn't wear at least three items of clothing that matched their assigned gender. This print-and-go activity page includes pictures of three wooden artist's forms for you to dress up however you like. You could draw them wearing your idea of the perfect outfit or flaunt the "three-item rule" by dressing them in a jumbled mix of all kinds of clothing.
Equality Bumper Stickers- The Stonewall Inn protest for equal treatment for LGBTQ+ people didn't just last one night, and it didn't stay in one place. Our chapter says, "At one point, someone went to the local police precinct and slapped bright-colored bumper stickers proclaiming EQUALITY FOR HOMOSEXUALS on the parked police cars." Add some bumper stickers to the car in the provided print-and-go activity page featuring messages about issues that are important to you.
How Far Have We Come Since the Stonewall Rebellion?- Use the two pages provided to facilitate an exploration of what has (or hasn't) changed in LGBTQ+ rights since 1969. Students can fill in their thoughts on the first page in response to the quotations from our textbook, then discuss what they wrote down. Then, use the information page provided to inform your discussion.
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 drag king Stormé DeLarverie 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!