Young Leaders Of The Civil Rights Movement
Daring young people from Ruby Bridges to the Freedom Riders provided a dynamic pulse for justice during the movement. Student-led activism sparked the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Learn how courageous students organized and risked it all to transform social norms.
Through archival film footage and cultural songs, viewers are reminded that the movement is not just a part of history, but a part of present-day political reality.
“Racism is a grown-up disease, and we should stop using our kids to spread it. We may not all be equally guilty. But we are all equally responsible for building a decent and just society.”
-Ruby Bridges
Program Includes:
- Live Commentary
- Live Musical Performance
- Integrated Video Projection
TARGETED GRADE LEVEL:
Elementary (Version K-5)
Secondary (Version 6-8, 9-12)
PROGRAM DURATION: 45 Minutes
PROGRAM MATERIALS: Student Worksheets and Teaching Resource Guides
CORE CURRICULUM & TOPICS:
Civil Rights, Activism, Youth Activism, Character Development, African American history, Multicultural Awareness, Non-violence, Social Studies, Humanities, Unity
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Testimonials
WHAT our customers SAY
Head
“The assembly was a memorable learning experience for our school community. Our students were impacted by the archival film depicting a historical of perspective of student activism. Your commentary was insightful.”
Dean of Students
“Young Leaders was well received by our young learners and my colleagues. Thank you.”
Instructor, History/Social Studies Department
“[Young Leaders] gave our young men and school community an intuitive way to reflect on activism and community involvement for change.”
Director of Diversity, Community & Belonging
“Thank you for your visit to MFS. Everyone appreciated the experience.”