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Harriet Tubman: Retelling History Through Dance and Drama Lesson PlanHarriet Tubman: Retelling History Through Dance and Drama Lesson Plan
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John F. Kennedy Center
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3rd - 5th
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Social Studies & History
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2 days
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Harriet Tubman: Retelling History Through Dance and Drama

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Scholars listen to several pieces of music in preparation for a discussion about how instruments and lyrics convey emotions. With Harriet Tubman as the focus, small groups create an original song or dance. A reflection piece concludes the learning experience.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

harriet tubman, the underground railroad, slavery, african american culture, african american history, african americans, famous african americans, black history month, dancing, dramatizations, Music, music appreciation, music history, emotions, feelings, expressing feelings, moods

Instructional Ideas

  • If groups prefer not to perform their dances live, allow them to record themselves then play them on a display in the classroom
  • Employ the practice of closing one's eyes when listening to music—use the exercise as a brain break to calm and refresh participants
  • Display the completed reflection pieces on a Black History Month-themed focus wall

Classroom Considerations

  • Pupils should be familiar with Harriet Tubman, enslaved people, and African American history
  • Invite pupils to bring in headphones or have a set available for independent listening 

Pros

  • Learners get up and move their bodies
  • Linked materials can be found easily in a list and the procedure

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RL.3.3 RL.4.1 RL.4.2 RL.4.3 RL.4.5 RL.5.2

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