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Americans tend to lock their heroes in history, holding these icons to a particular event or time. Jackie Robinson is such a hero, remembered by most for becoming the first African American to play in the Major Leagues. Young historians learn that Robinson was much more than that in a lesson that examines his achievements as a civil rights activist and civic leader.
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Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Have groups research the many accomplishments of other Black Americans who broke the color barrier in sports (Altheas Gibson, John Taylor, etc.) and other fields
Classroom Considerations
Pros
- A link to a Google Docs version of the lesson is included
- Lesson is appropriate for in-class or remote learning
Cons
- None