14 Great African Americans, Part 4 | Reading Comprehension Deck | Interactive Lesson

14 Great African Americans, Part 4 | Interactive Social Studies Lesson This social studies lesson aims to engage 8th-10th grade students while teaching about 14 influential African Americans through an interactive slideshow. Students will watch an introductory video, read an informational passage with audio support, participate in close reading activities, and complete a quick write assignment. The passages and informal assessments keep students actively learning. Teachers can utilize this resource in various ways - as a whole class lesson, small group work, or individual assignments. Ultimately, the slideshow format and range of activities promote student engagement with the content on important African American figures. This resource helps social studies teachers meet key curriculum goals regarding civil rights history and influential Americans in an interactive digital lesson accessible right from their classrooms.