suitable for Black History Month
90+mins
Pack includes: Lesson plan, student worksheet.
Learning Objectives: Zong Massacre
• Students will explore the legal and moral implications of the Zong Massacre, including the legal case that ensued and its impact on the abolitionist movement.
• Students will develop empathy and understanding for the experiences of enslaved Africans and their descendants, emphasising the importance of remembering and learning from such historical atrocities.
Perfect for Black History Month, this lesson plan will inspire your students to explore the important contributions of Black individuals to civil rights and social justice. Empower your classroom with a deeper understanding of history and its ongoing impact on our world.
suitable for Black History Month
90+minutes
pack includes: lesson plan, worksheet, activity card
Overview:
Introduce your students to the remarkable life and contributions of Mary Seacole, a pioneering nurse and humanitarian. This comprehensive lesson plan highlights Seacole’s impact during the Crimean War and her enduring legacy in the field of healthcare.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the life and achievements of Mary Seacole.
Analyse the challenges she faced due to racial and gender discrimination.
Reflect on the significance of her contributions to nursing and healthcare.
Perfect for Black History Month or any time of the year, this lesson plan will inspire your students to appreciate the contributions of Mary Seacole and the importance of diversity in history.
suitable for Black History Month
90+ mins
Pack includes: lesson plan, student worksheets.
Discover the inspiring story of the Bristol Bus Boycott and its pivotal role in the fight against racial discrimination in the UK. This comprehensive lesson plan is designed to engage students with interactive activities, critical discussions, and reflective exercises.
Perfect for Black History Month, this lesson plan will inspire your students to explore the important contributions of Black individuals to civil rights and social justice. Empower your classroom with a deeper understanding of history and its ongoing impact on our world.
Pack contains: lesson plan, fake news article, worksheet, and activities
Pack focus: the dangers of ‘fake news’, how fake news harms the public, how to identify fake news.
Students learn about the history of fake news, why it is created, and its negative impacts on society. The pack looks at how students can identify fake news and protect themselves from falling for it.
Activities include looking at real world examples of fake news, students looking at new websites that come up in their search and gauge the accuracy of the information in the article, create a PSA (public service announcement) to help others identify and avoid fake news, and a student led quiz - in which they find outlandlish news stories and create their own fake news to see who can guess the fake from true.
This bundle includes 3 lesson plans including:
Lamb to the Slaughter lesson plan and worksheets (90+mins)
The Landlady lesson plan and worksheets (90+mins)
Essay Writing lesson plan and worksheets.
Lesson plans include sample essay questions for each short story, as well as comparison essays for students to compare the two stories characters, motives and themes.
(stories not included, though easily found online)
10+ hours of lesson plans, teaching material and extra that can be used as homework. There are multiple activities to be chosen from, as well as warm up activities, reading and comprehension.
A collection of lessons focusing on politics in the UK, focusing on the election process and formation of government.
Lessons can be taught in series or as individual lessons.
This pack includes 4 complete lessons:
General Elections
Forming a Government
Key elections and Votes
Political Parties in the UK
up to 180+ minutes
Pack contains: lesson plan, Windrush worksheet (reading exercise, comprehension, activities, essay writing)
Pack focus: British Culture/History/Politics/immigration (Black British Culture/History/Politics/immigration), BLM.
Students learn about the Windrush Generation and the scandal that recently made front-page news. The pack looks at the reason for the immigration, the impact on British culture and how the British government has reacted to the scandal.
Part 2 includes analysis of “Black” lyrics by rapper Dave (lyrics not included, though easily found online), who includes references to Windrush, Grenfell, Reparations, and Meghan Markle’s representation in the press.
Writing exercises include - formal letter writing to MPs, and creative writing, and essay writing.
Lesson Plan Bundle: Black History, Reclaiming narratives
7 complete lessons, over 12 hours of classroom material + homework assignments
Overview:
Delve into the rich and diverse history of Black individuals and movements that have shaped the course of history with our comprehensive Black History Heroes and Milestones lesson plan bundle. This collection of lessons covers key figures and events, providing students with an engaging and insightful exploration of Black history.
Included Lessons:
The Bristol Bus Boycott: Discover the pivotal role this boycott played in the fight against racial discrimination in the UK.
The Zong Massacre: Learn about this tragic event and its impact on the abolitionist movement and the fight for justice.
Mary Seacole: Explore the remarkable life and contributions of this pioneering nurse and humanitarian during the Crimean War.
Stephen Lawrence: Understand the profound legacy of Stephen Lawrence’s case in the ongoing struggle for racial justice and equality.
Black Lives Matter (Recommended as first lesson)
Windrush
The Battle of Bamber Bridge
Key Features:
Historical Context: Each lesson provides an in-depth look at the social, political, and economic factors surrounding these key figures and events.
Interactive Activities: Engage students with primary source analyses, creative projects, role-playing scenarios, and multimedia presentations.
Critical Discussions: Facilitate thoughtful conversations on racial discrimination, social justice, and the importance of activism and community support.
-Reflective Exercises: Encourage students to connect historical events with contemporary issues, fostering empathy, awareness, and critical thinking.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the significance of each figure and event in the broader context of Black history and civil rights movements.
Analyze the challenges faced and the strategies used to overcome racial and social injustices.
Reflect on the enduring legacies of these individuals and events, and their relevance to current societal issues.
Perfect for Black History Month or any curriculum focused on history and social justice, this lesson plan bundle will inspire your students to appreciate the contributions and resilience of Black individuals throughout history.