Black History Month Bundle: ELA activities for Black History Month

Exploring the Lives of Influential Black Figures - Black History Month

Explore the lives and legacies of influential black individuals with this comprehensive set of research worksheets designed for teens. Perfect for history lessons, Black History Month, or individual projects, these worksheets guide students through discovering remarkable figures who have left an indelible legacy on the world.

Engage young minds with thought-provoking questions that prompt research into biographical details, achievements, notable historical contributions, and the lasting impact of each individual. From civil rights leaders to cultural icons, students will gain insights into the diverse contributions of these remarkable personalities.

Empower the next generation to appreciate the rich tapestry of history and be inspired by the resilience, creativity, and leadership of these influential black individuals. Download the worksheets today and embark on a journey of discovery and understanding.

Notable figures:

1. Barack Obama - 44th President of the United States
2. Oprah Winfrey - Media mogul and philanthropist
3. Nelson Mandela - Anti-apartheid revolutionary and former President of South Africa
4. Martin Luther King Jr. - Civil rights leader
5. Rosa Parks - Civil rights activist
6. Malcolm X - Human rights activist and leader
7. Maya Angelou - Renowned poet and author
8. Nina Simone - Singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist
9. Muhammad Ali - Legendary boxer and activist
10. W.E.B. Du Bois - Sociologist, historian, and civil rights activist
11. Thurgood Marshall - First African American Supreme Court Justice
12. Shirley Chisholm - First African American woman elected to Congress
13. John Lewis - Civil rights leader and U.S. Congressman
14. Denzel Washington - Acclaimed actor and filmmaker
15. Ava DuVernay - Award-winning filmmaker
16. Condoleezza Rice - Former U.S. Secretary of State
17. Serena Williams - Tennis icon
18. Colin Powell - Former U.S. Secretary of State and military leader
19. Kamala Harris - Vice President of the United States
20. LeBron James - Basketball superstar and philanthropist
21. Langston Hughes - Poet, social activist, and playwright
22. Toni Morrison - Nobel Prize-winning author
23. Hank Aaron - Baseball legend
24. Alicia Keys - Grammy-winning singer and songwriter
25. Steve Biko - Anti-apartheid activist
26. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - Nigerian author and feminist
27. Chadwick Boseman - Actor (known for his roles in "Black Panther" and other films)
28. Arthur Ashe - Tennis champion and activist
29. Cicely Tyson - Trailblazing actress
30. James Baldwin - Novelist, essayist, and social critic

Martin Luther King Jr - ELA reading and writing workbook

This is the perfect resource for your ELA classroom during Martin Luther King Jr Day, Black History Month or for lessons throughout the year on the Civil Rights Movement.

This workbook is jam-packed with readings on Martin Luther King Jr's life and his involvement in the Civil Rights Movement as well as key dates and historical context of the Civil Rights Movement.

Included in this resource is:

• Key facts on Martin Luther King Jr's life
• Historical context of the Civil Rights Movement
• Timeline activity
• Biography activity
• Letter writing activity
• Reading analysis questions from an excerpt of his "I have a dream" speech
• Key vocabulary of the Civil Rights Movement activity
• Reflection questions - encouraging students to think deeply about the lasting impact of Martin Luther King Jr and how we can apply similar concepts and ideas to events in our world today

Answer key included, making this resource low-prep (just print and go!)

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⭐ Martin Luther King Jr - ELA reading and writing workbook

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