Lesson 1: Introduction to Harriet Tubman Time allocation: 45 minutes Resources needed: Pictures or images of Harriet Tubman, whiteboard or blackboard, markers or chalk | Section | Description | |---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | Introduction | - Show pictures or images of Harriet Tubman | | | - Ask the students if they recognize her and what they know about her | | Development | - Explain that Harriet Tubman was an inspirational woman from the past | | | - Discuss when and where she lived | | | - Explain that she is famous for her work as a conductor on the | | | Underground Railroad | | Conclusion | - Recap what the students have learned about Harriet Tubman | | Assessment | - Ask the students to draw a picture of Harriet Tubman | Lesson 2: Contributions of Harriet Tubman Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: Whiteboard or blackboard, markers or chalk, paper, pencils | Section | Description | |---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | Introduction | - Recap what the students learned about Harriet Tubman | | | - Ask the students to discuss why Harriet Tubman is considered | | | inspirational | | Development | - Divide the students into small groups | | | - Assign each group a specific contribution of Harriet Tubman | | | (e.g., Underground Railroad, Civil War) | | | - Have the groups research and discuss the impact of that | | | contribution | | Conclusion | - Each group presents their findings to the class | | Assessment | - Ask the students to write a short paragraph about the contribution | | | they found most interesting or significant | Lesson 3: Harriet Tubman's Impact on Society Time allocation: 45 minutes Resources needed: Whiteboard or blackboard, markers or chalk | Section | Description | |---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | Introduction | - Recap Harriet Tubman's contributions discussed in the previous lesson| | Development | - Discuss with the students how Harriet Tubman's work impacted her time| | | - Explore how her work has influenced the world today | | Conclusion | - Ask the students to share their thoughts on Harriet Tubman's impact | | Assessment | - Have the students create a poster depicting the impact of Harriet | | | Tubman's work | Lesson 4: Connecting Harriet Tubman to Our Lives Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: Whiteboard or blackboard, markers or chalk, paper, pencils | Section | Description | |---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | Introduction | - Ask the students to brainstorm ways in which Harriet Tubman's | | | experiences connect to their own lives | | Development | - Discuss with the students the concept of courage and bravery | | | - Have the students share personal stories or examples of | | | demonstrating courage | | Conclusion | - Reflect on the importance of standing up for what is right | | Assessment | - Ask the students to write a short paragraph about a time when they | | | showed courage or bravery | Lesson 5: Designing a Timeline of Harriet Tubman's Life Time allocation: 60 minutes Resources needed: Paper, pencils, markers or crayons, printed timeline template | Section | Description | |---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | Introduction | - Show the students an example of a timeline | | | - Explain the purpose of a timeline and how it can organize | | | information | | Development | - Provide the students with a printed timeline template | | | - Have the students research and fill in important events from | | | Harriet Tubman's life | | Conclusion | - Each student presents their timeline to the class | | Assessment | - Assess the accuracy and completeness of each student's timeline | Lesson 6: Harriet Tubman's Legacy Time allocation: 45 minutes Resources needed: Whiteboard or blackboard, markers or chalk, paper, pencils | Section | Description | |---------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------| | Introduction | - Recap what the students have learned about Harriet Tubman | | | - Discuss what the term "legacy" means | | Development | - Ask the students to brainstorm ways in which Harriet Tubman's | | | legacy can be seen in today's society | | | - Discuss how her courage and determination continue to inspire | | Conclusion | - Reflect on the importance of recognizing and celebrating | | | inspirational figures from history | | Assessment | - Ask the students to write a short paragraph about someone they | | | consider to be an inspirational figure |