Social Studies Lesson Plan Template

Group Members/Group Name: Courtney Dowling, Sophia Alfiky, Daron Drylie, Cristina Wisotzkey, Jacquelyn Yeadon__
Thematic Unit Theme/Title/Grade Level: _Contributions of African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Women, Veterans______________
Group Wiki/Weebly space address: _http://ssthematicunit.weebly.com/
Daily Lesson Plan Day/Title: __ African Americans__________
Lesson Length (ie. 30 minutes): __90 minutes________________
Rationale for Instruction
A rationale is an essential part of
thoughtful planning of classroom
instruction. This is a brief written
statement of the purpose for
instruction and the connection of the
purpose to instruction that has come
before and will follow.

Why this lesson is a necessary element of the curriculum? [An example from Broward County Schools Elementary students
should begin to understand that as citizens of the United States, they have both rights (privacy, speech, religion, movement,
assembly) and responsibilities (voting, obeying the law, helping in the community). Students should be willing to exercise
both their rights and responsibilities.]

NCSS Theme/Next Generation

Sunshine State Standards/Common
Core Standards (LAFS/MAFS)
List each standard that will be
addressed during the lesson. Cutting
and pasting from the website is
allowed. You must have a minimum
of 3 standards that represent multiple
content areas identified in this portion
of the lesson plan.

Do you cross the curriculum? What other content fields (language arts, science, math, the arts, physical education,
technology) do you address in this lesson?

These can be downloaded from the

Florida Dept of Education
www.cpalms.org/homepage/index.asp
x.

Second grade students should start to understand the contributions of famous African Americans, Hispanics, Native
Americans, women, and veterans. They should start to understand their accomplishments so that they know what people in
the past have accomplished. Students should also understand the contributions of all different races to be exposed to different
cultures and ethnicities. This should also be taught as a means of inspiring the young students of today. Children will
understand that Native Americans were the first inhabitants of the United States. It is important for the students to be
introduced to the term Veteran as they learn about the history of the United States. This will allow them to make the
connection between sacrifice and war to the freedoms enjoyed by every citizen today. Students will learn the contributions of
various African Americans, Hispanics, and women throughout history and the importance they had on shaping our society.

NCSS Theme: Civic Ideals and Practice- Social Studies Programs should include experiences that provide the ideals, the
principles, and practices of citizenship in a democratic republic, so that the learner can:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of civic ideals and practices across time and in diverse societies.
2. Identify gaps between past and present practices and the ideals on which our democratic republic is based.
SS.2.C.2.5 Evaluate the contributions of various African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, veterans, and women.
SS.2.A.1.1 Examine primary and secondary sources.
LAFS.2.RI.1.1 Ask and answer such questions as who, what, where, when, why, and how to demonstrate understanding of
key details in a text.
LAFS.2.RI.3.8 :Describe how an author uses reasons to support specific points in a text.
LAFS.2.W.3.8 : Recall information from experiences or gather information from provided sources to answer a question.

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Learning Objectives
What will students know and be able
to do at the end of this lesson? Be
sure to set significant (related to
NGSS Themes, CCSS, and NGSSS),
challenging, measurable and
appropriate learning goals!

Depending on the topic, grade level and length of time required for lesson, 3-5 objectives may be acceptable. Remember a
learning objective is a statement in specific and measurable terms that describes what the learner will know or be able to do
as a result of engaging in a learning activity as well as how that learning will be demonstrated. All learning objectives
should begin with: The student will

Student Activities & Procedures

Design for Instruction
What best practice strategies will
be implemented?
How will you communicate
student expectation?
What products will be developed
and created by students?
Consider Contextual Factors
(learning differences/learning
environment) that may be in place in
your classroom.

This is the heart of the lesson plan. Be specific. Describe lesson in a step-by-step, numbered sequence, including teacher
and student activities. Be sure to include key questions for discussion, collaborative structures, etc. (This section includes
EVERYTHING and should be highly detailed!)

Students will evaluate various contributions made by famous African Americans throughout history. They will ask and
answer questions about informational text while identifying the reasons an author gives in the text. Students will identify an
author's reasons in informational text. The second grade students will then write about one famous African American and the
contributions they made, using information from the text accurately. Students will ask and answer questions about famous
African Americans and their contributions. Students will gather information about African American contributions to respond
to a question.

Anticipatory Set:
1.

First, the teacher will show pictures of famous African American leaders who made historical contributions. The
following pictures (http://www.readworks.org/passages/american-heroes) may be used to present photos of some
famous African American leaders: Martin Luther King Jr., Jackie Robinson, Rosa Parks, George Washington Carver,
and Marian Anderson.
Then, the teacher will guide students in a whole group discussion regarding the contributions that African
Americans made throughout history, and why they were important. Students will collaborate and share their ideas
with one another. Students will then begin filling out the first two sections of a KWL chart (know and would like to
know).

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Instructional Input and Procedures:
Share multiple perspectives
A. 1. The teacher will read aloud Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Doreen
Rappaport.to the class while students sit on the carpet.
2. Next, students will go back to their desks, and teacher will pass out copies of Readworks passage and question
set. Teacher and students will choral read the text "A Great Leader". (900L)
3. Teacher will guide students thinking by asking: What contributions did Martin Luther King, Jr. make? How did
these contributions change society? What are the reasons why the author calls Martin Luther King, Jr. "A Great Leader"?
4. Using the promethean board, the teacher will model how to create 3-column graphic organizer. Section one is
titled: Name of Famous African American; Section 2: What That Person Contributed; Section 3: Why the
Contribution was Important
5. As a group, students and teacher fill the information for each on Martin Luther King, Jr.in the graphic organizer
based on the text that was read. Teacher will model for students how to use information from the text to fill in each
section, inferring and paraphrasing as necessary.
6. Students will then work in groups of 2-3 and create a 3-column foldable, and label the sections like the example.
Pairs/small groups with each read other texts about more famous African Americans and their contributions. They
are to find information about two famous people to complete their notes page. Students will choose from the
following passages:

American Heroes http://www.readworks.org/passages/american-heroes (650L)

African American Leaders http://www.readworks.org/passages/african-american-leaders-0 (870L)

Hello, Mr. President http://www.readworks.org/passages/hello-president (640L)

Famous African Americans - Martin Luther King, Jr. http://www.readworks.org/passages/famous-africanamericans-martin-luther-king-jr (680L)

During this time, the teacher should be circulating and providing feedback based on student work.
B 1. Check for understanding Once students have completed the activity, each group will present their foldable to the
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class, and the teacher will assess students understanding through observation and check off which groups correctly filled in
their graphic organizer.
Background Information
The Underground Railroad was a group of abolitionists, or people who worked to end slavery, who secretly helped slaves
escape to the North to be free. In this movie, youll learn about Harriet Tubman, an African American leader who escaped
slavery and became a conductor on the Underground Railroad. She traveled hundreds of miles with escaped slaves and led
them to safehouses along the way. Find out about this incredible leader who fought for the rights of African Americans and
women.
C. 1. Share . https://jr.brainpop.com/socialstudies/biographies/harriettubman This is a Brain Pop video on Harriet Tubman.
Have students complete the activities that go along with the brainpop. Mini quiz, game, joke.
2. After a quick recap/ discussion, students will work independently in their social studies journals to answer the 5 Ws and
H on Martin Luther King Jr, OR Harriet Tubman, and formulate a 3 paragraph essay on either MLK or Harriet Tubman.
Journals will be assessed by the teacher to check for understanding.
D. 1. The teacher will review primary and secondary sources and then students will utilize technology in the media center to
research a map of the Underground Railroad. In small groups, students will research different routes along the Underground
Railroad. Students should trace the distances along the routes, and estimate how far the slaves traveled; how long it took
them, and where they slept and ate
E. 1.If there is extra time, the teacher can research songs sang that revealed safehouses, conductors, and stationmasters along
the Underground Railroad these historical songs online. Have students sing along, and work with the class to make up their
own song that teaches something by following the tune of a familiar song and changing the lyrics.

Assessment
How will student learning be
assessed? Authentic/Alternative
assessments?
Does your assessment align with
your objectives, standards and
procedures?
Informal assessment (multiple
modes): participation rubrics,
journal entries, collaborative
planning/presentation notes

Be sure to include Pre/Post assessment for your entire unit plan and progress monitoring/ alternative assessment for
individual, daily lesson plans!
Unit Pre-Assessment: Kahoot! Pre-test 10 questions on Martin Luther King Jr, Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson
Unit Post-Assessment: Kahoot! Post-test 10 questions (exactly the same as the pre-test)
Daily Lesson Plan Assessment: Formative throughout the lesson.
Informal discussion after readaloud
Great Leader question set
KWL chart (group/ individual) and Graphic Organizer foldable (small group)
Presentation (group)
Journal entry (individual)

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Resources/Materials

ALL resources including but not limited too; internet sites, professional resources- books, journals (titles and authors),
childrens literature, etc. should be noted here. Citations should be in APA format.
***Materials that will be used for assessment and examples of completed tasks and projects must be included with the lesson
plan.
Materials:
Paper
Pencil
Markers
Promethean Board
Student Journals
Copies of Readwords passage
Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Access to computer/internet BrainPop
Copies of Underground Railroad Map
Books and Resources:
Rappaport, D., & Bryan, C. (2001). Martin's big words: the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. New York: Hyperion for
Children.
ReadWorks.org:
Great Leader http://www.readworks.org/passages/great-leader
American Heroes http://www.readworks.org/passages/american-heroes (650L
African American Leaders http://www.readworks.org/passages/african-american-leaders-0 (870L)
Hello, Mr. President http://www.readworks.org/passages/hello-president (640L)
Famous African Americans - Martin Luther King, Jr. http://www.readworks.org/passages/famous-african-americans-martinluther-king-jr (680L)

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This lesson is derived from:

CPALMS : http://www.cpalms.org/Public/PreviewResourceLesson/Preview/50712
Brain Pop: https://educators.brainpop.com/bp-jr-topic/harriet-tubman/

Exceptionalities
What accommodations or
modifications do you make for
ESOL, Gifted/Talented students,
Learning/Reading disabilities, etc.
These accommodations and/or
modifications should be listed within
the procedures section of the lesson
plan as well as in this section of the
document.
Additional Comments and Notes

ESOL; Students with Learning Differences: SLIDE (Show, Look, Investigate, Demonstrate, Experience) and TREAD (Tell,
Read, Explain, Ask/Answer, Discuss) http://education.ucf.edu/stll/edg4410New.cfm (appropriate for students based on need),
graphic organizers, cooperative learning, flexible grouping, printed materials for group tasks

SS.2.C.2.In.e: Identify a contribution of African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, veterans, or women.
Supported
SS.2.C.2.Su.e: Recognize a contribution of an African American, Hispanic, Native American, veteran, or woman.
Participatory
SS.2.C.2.Pa.e: Recognize that people from diverse backgrounds make contributions.

Gifted/Talented: Multi-level and multi-dimensional aspects of the lesson, interactive nature of the lesson, opportunity to
explore many points of view and opportunity to analyze and evaluate material, opportunity for independent projects (student
suggested/identified), flexible grouping
Project could be to have students dress up as an African American historical figure, and present facts about that persn to the
class.
Also, whenleading into next lesson (women) talk about how Harriet Tubman and Rosa Parks are not only African American,
but they are also women.

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