Lesson Plan
Math Heroes Lesson Plan
Students will strengthen addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills by solving biography-based word problems about five civil rights and scientific leaders. They will deepen historical understanding by connecting computations to the lives of Ruby Bridges, Benjamin Banneker, Maya Angelou, George Washington Carver, and Martin Luther King Jr.
Linking math to real-world histories increases engagement and meaning. This lesson builds computational fluency while honoring inspiring figures, fostering both academic growth and historical awareness.
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Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
10 minutes
Step 2
Group Problem Solving with Rotation
30 minutes
Step 3
Independent Practice
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Assessment
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Math Heroes in Action
Lesson Objectives
Meet the Math Heroes
Word Problem Sets
Group Rotation Activity
Ruby Bridges Word Problems
Benjamin Banneker Word Problems
Maya Angelou Word Problems
George Washington Carver Word Problems
Martin Luther King Jr. Word Problems
Independent Practice
Reflection & Discussion
Great Work, Math Heroes!

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