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Black History Month, 8th Grade
Black History Month – Teacher Resources
February is Black History Month. Explore the many contributions of African-Americans with our... | Slavery Teaching Resources
Enrich your curriculum with materials on slavery in the United States. These resources... | |
Indentured Servants' Experiences 1600-1700
Read descriptions from indentured servants of the 1600s-1700s. These fascinating tales are an... | Jackie Robinson and Civil Rights
Students think critically about the Civil Rights movement and its key players as they explore a... | |
Maniac Magee Literature Guide
This Newbery Medal winner tells the mythical tale of a legendary hero: 12 year old Jeffrey... | The Struggle Against Segregation
Students learn about the history of segregation in the United States by reading about the... | |
Top 10 Black History Month Worksheets (6-12)
This gallery of activities for grades 6-12 includes short biographies of famous... | African-American Gospel Music
Introduce Gospel music while explaining lyrical meaning and cultural values. This is an... | |
Dwight D. Eisenhower's Little Rock Response
The text of Eisenhower's speech concerning desegregation in Little Rock, Arkansas. | I Have a Dream
In this activity, children study Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s groundbreaking and famous speech,... | |
To Be a Slave
Enrichment activities and internet resources to enhance teaching To Be a Slave by Julius... | Popular American History Printables, Grades 5-8
The history of America is rich and diverse. Use our American history printables for grades 5-8... | |
The Underground Railroad
Students take a "cyber-journey" through the Underground Railroad: the path to freedom for... | Muhammad Ali, Olympic Athlete
A brief biographical article about Muhammad Ali and this athletic career accomplishments. | |
Hero/Heroine Writing Activity
Students cast themselves as heroes/heroines in this creative writing activity. | ||
Civil War Epitaphs
By reading fictional epitaphs, students will review key events and people from the Civil War... | Popular Martin Luther King Jr Printables
Learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., an American civil rights leader and hero, who was born... |

