Sojourner Truth was a former slave who became an abolitionist and even a women’s rights activist. Her life story is such a brave journey. Her name is so fitting. She once said, “Truth is powerful, and it prevails,” and she definitely proved this to be true. I know that your students are going to be […] Read more…
Black History Month
FREE MLK Resource for Comprehension Instruction
Recently I wrote an article, “9 Things You May Not Know About MLK, But Probably Should,” that I shared on my blog. I got several messages from teachers asking if they could take my article, copy it, and use it in their classrooms during Black History Month. I was completely cool with this idea, but I […] Read more…
9 Things About Dr. King You May Not Know – But Should
Martin Luther King, Jr. was an amazing man that led the American Civil Rights Movement. Here are 9 things that you and your students may not know about MLK but should… Martin is actually Michael. Dr. King was born on January 15, 1929, and was actually named Michael. However, in 1934 when MLK was five […] Read more…
Sojourner Truth FREEBIE: Biography Report Organizers
I am thrilled to share a full-product FREE with you!! I have been creating Biography Report Organizers that are just perfect for Black History Month. In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, I can’t wait to share my newest biography report organizer set with you… Sojourner Truth BIOGRAPHY REPORT ORGANIZERS… for FREE! This full-product […] Read more…
Ruby Bridges FREEBIE: Facts About Ruby and Journal Paper
Ruby Bridges was a small six-year-old girl that made a huge impact that most American students take for granted today…attending public school. Ruby played a major role in the civil rights movement in America. After checking my dates and details, here is the information I put together on Ruby Bridges. This can also be found […] Read more…
2 FREE Martin Luther King, Jr. Printables
From the March on Washington to being honored with the Nobel Peace Prize… Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was an amazing man that brought so many wonderful changes to our world. The FREEBIE below will allow your students to think about Martin Luther King, Jr.’s great accomplishments. …and hopefully, apply some of MLK’s principles to […] Read more…