Black History Month Adventure

Bri’Anca Jordan

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Black History Month Adventure

Creative Black history month activity

This lesson plan engages students in a creative and interactive Black History Month activity. Through experiential and game-based learning, students will explore significant figures and events in Black history, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation. This lesson is important as it encourages active participation and critical thinking, helping students connect with history in a meaningful way.

Audience

9-10 years old

Time

1 hour

Approach

Experiential Learning, Game-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Printable Cards, Discussion Questions, and Art Supplies (paper, markers, crayons)

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief introduction to Black History Month and its significance.
Explain the activity: students will participate in a game that highlights important figures and events in Black history.

Step 2

Activity Setup

10 mins

Distribute the printable cards to each student.
Explain the rules of the game: students will match cards with descriptions of historical figures and events.

Step 3

Game Play

15 mins

Allow students to work in pairs or small groups to match the cards.
Encourage discussion and collaboration as they work through the activity.
Circulate the room to provide guidance and support as needed.

Step 4

Creative Art Project

15 mins

Provide students with art supplies (paper, markers, crayons).
Ask students to create a poster or drawing that represents a significant event or figure from Black history.
Encourage creativity and personal expression in their artwork.

Step 5

Discussion

5 mins

Gather students for a group discussion about what they learned.
Use the provided discussion questions to guide the conversation.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

Recap the key points discussed during the lesson.
Encourage students to share one new thing they learned about Black history.

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Worksheet

Black History Month Cards

These cards feature important figures and events in Black history for a matching game.

Harriet Tubman - Led enslaved people to freedom via the Underground Railroad.

Martin Luther King Jr. - Civil rights leader who delivered the 'I Have a Dream' speech.

Rosa Parks - Refused to give up her bus seat, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

Frederick Douglass - Former enslaved person who became a leading abolitionist.

Maya Angelou - Renowned poet and author known for her autobiographies.

Barack Obama - First African American President of the United States.

Jackie Robinson - Broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball.

Madam C.J. Walker - First female self-made millionaire in America.

Discussion

Black History Month Discussion

A guided discussion to reflect on the Black History Month activity and deepen understanding.

What did you find most interesting about the figures or events you learned about today?

Encourage students to share specific details or stories that stood out to them.

How do you think these historical figures have impacted our lives today?

Guide students to think about the long-term effects of these individuals' contributions.

Why is it important to learn about Black history?

Discuss the importance of understanding diverse histories and perspectives.