I Won’t Stand for Segregation

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Overview

Students analyze primary sources to investigate the story of Sister Rosa, then compare how contemporary culture has characterized her and add your own lyrical tribute.

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Grade

High School, Middle School

Subjects

Civics, Social Studies

Length

40-60 minutes

Topics

civil rights, guided primary source analysis, montgomery bus boycott, music, musical tribute, rosa parks, segregation, sister rosa

Author

Primary Source Nexus

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