March Lesson Plan

The Social Gospel & Faith in the Civil Rights Movement

Kind of Activity:

Classwide Discussion

Objective:

Students will research the "Social Gospel," examine the roots of John Lewis's faith, and evaluate faith's role in the civil rights movement

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.2, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.9-10.6, CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.9-10.1

Structure:

In order to understand John Lewis's story and activism, it is important for students to have a solid understanding of the biblical references he's making throughout the story and what some of the more faith-oriented terms mean and suggest. Before splitting students into small groups for...