The Autobiography of Malcolm X Lesson Plan

Quick "Pre-Read" Writing

Kind of Activity:

Individual Writing

Objective:

Students will write a "pre-read" essay detailing their knowledge about Malcolm X

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.1 Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence

Structure:

Lesson Introduction

With this activity, students will draft a short essay detailing what they currently know (or any preconceived notions they may have) about Malcolm X, the Nation of Islam, and Black nationalism prior to reading the text. Upon completion of the autobiography, they will have an...