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From Struggle to Strength: Stories of Black Entrepreneurs

Lesson Plan

From Struggle to Strength: Stories of Black Entrepreneurs

Explore stories of Black entrepreneurs

This lesson introduces students to inspirational stories of Black entrepreneurs who overcame barriers to build successful businesses. Through storytelling and role-playing activities, students will learn about resilience, creativity, and the importance of diversity in entrepreneurship. This lesson aims to inspire students to think creatively and understand the value of perseverance in achieving their goals.

Audience

Contenders (Ages 11-12)

Time

1 hour

Approach

Explore stories of Black entrepreneurs

Materials

Discussion Questions, Role-Playing Scenarios, and Pens and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction to the topic of entrepreneurship and its importance.
  • Discuss the significance of diversity in business and the unique challenges faced by Black entrepreneurs.
  • Explain the objectives of the lesson.

Step 2

Storytelling

15 mins

  • Share a few short stories of successful Black entrepreneurs who overcame obstacles.
  • Highlight key traits such as resilience, creativity, and determination.
  • Encourage students to think about what makes these stories inspiring.

Step 3

Role-Playing Activity

20 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with a role-playing scenario where they brainstorm a business idea.
  • Encourage creativity and teamwork as they develop their ideas.
  • Have each group present their business idea to the class.

Step 4

Discussion

10 mins

  • Facilitate a discussion using the prepared questions.
  • Encourage students to reflect on what they learned from the stories and the role-playing activity.
  • Discuss how they can apply these lessons to their own lives.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Summarize the key points of the lesson.
  • Encourage students to think about how they can be resilient and creative in their own pursuits.
  • Thank students for their participation and engagement.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a reflective discussion on the lesson's themes.

What challenges did the Black entrepreneurs face, and how did they overcome them?

Encourage students to think about specific obstacles and the strategies used to overcome them.







How did the role-playing activity help you understand the process of starting a business?

Discuss the importance of creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving in entrepreneurship.







What qualities do you think are important for an entrepreneur to have?

Guide students to consider traits like resilience, creativity, and determination.







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Worksheet

Role-Playing Scenarios

Printable cards with different business scenarios for students to brainstorm and develop ideas.




Scenario 1: Start a community garden business.







Scenario 2: Create a mobile app for local events.







Scenario 3: Develop a tutoring service for younger students.







Scenario 4: Launch a homemade crafts online store.




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