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Download full textMiller, Sue Ann – 2003
This lesson uses the picture book "Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt" by Deborah Hopkinson and an interactive website to enhance third- through fifth-grade students' understanding of the Underground Railroad and slavery, development of reading comprehension skills, and application of mapping skills. During three 45-60 minute lessons,…
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Elementary Education, Evaluation Methods, Lesson Plans
Peer reviewedLombard, Robert H., ed.; And Others – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1994
Contends that quality children's literature becomes an increasingly important part of teaching. Presents a list of 24 recommended books, divided into primary, intermediate, advanced, and teacher reference categories. (CFR)
Descriptors: Biographies, Books, Childrens Literature, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedPyne, John; Sesso, Gloria – OAH Magazine of History, 1995
Presents a high school history lesson based on the National Standards for United States History. Considers the effect of the American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence on free and enslaved African Americans. (CFR)
Descriptors: Black History, Blacks, Colonial History (United States), Democratic Values
Peer reviewedLevy, Tedd – Social Education, 1995
Presents a role-playing activity based on political and legal issues surrounding a mutiny on a Spanish slave ship that landed on U.S. soil in 1839. Includes learning objectives, background information, and role descriptions. Suggests student writing assignments and further research projects. (CFR)
Descriptors: Black History, Blacks, Court Litigation, Court Role
