Slides for Lesson 4 exploring the concept of states as "laboratories of democracy," featuring Louis Brandeis's quote, examples of state-led innovation, and the downsides of policy inequality.
A teacher's guide and answer key for the Hoover-Harlem homework. Includes historical context on Hoover's civil rights record (such as his appointments and stance on lynching) and sample student answers for the comprehension questions.
A reading passage and homework assignment for middle school students about Herbert Hoover's support for the Harlem Renaissance and Civil Rights. The text is written at a second-grade reading level to ensure accessibility while maintaining age-appropriate themes. Includes footnote glossary and guided response areas.
A condensed study guide for Lesson 2, covering the major figures, vocabulary, and events of the Civil Rights Movement from 1963-1968 for student assessment preparation.
A two-page visual archive for Lesson 2, featuring 20 names, dates, and links to iconic imagery from the Civil Rights Movement's peak years (1963-1968). Revised for improved title spacing, larger URL font, and better page breaks. Added a reflection section for student engagement.
A curated list of primary sources for Lesson 2, featuring key speeches and letters from the 1963-1968 period with dates and links.
Instructor speaker notes for Lesson 2, providing narrative context and discussion questions for the climactic years of the Civil Rights Movement.
Answer key for Lesson 2, providing the expected responses for the guided notes and the "Soapbox & Ink" primary source analysis activity.
Primary source activity for Lesson 2, featuring a comparative analysis of speeches by Malcolm X and George Wallace, and a visual analysis of a voting rights political cartoon.