Source: Journey To Peace
Explore the history of Goree Island and its Slave House, observing how history is remembered and represented. Examine similarities and differences between Goree Island and the way one's local community remembers and represents its history.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Civics: Community & Citizenship. Cultural Studies: African Studies.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: NewsHour Extra
Learn about HIV infection, discrimination and AIDS and research current information and statistics on HIV and AIDS. Explore and compare the AIDS situaton in America and Africa and consider why HIV prevention is essential.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Health & Fitness, Social Studies
Topics: Chronic Conditions. Public/World Health. Civics: Civil and Human Rights. Cultural Studies: African Studies.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: NewsHour Extra
Examine the qualities of a "free and fair" election, compare them to the U.S. Department of State criteria and evaluate the elections in Nigeria to determine if they are free and fair.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Civics: Comparative Political Systems. Cultural Studies: African Studies.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: NewsHour Extra
Investigate the medical nature of the humanitarian crisis in the Darfur region of Sudan. Describe the nature of cholera, malaria, hepatitis E, Ebola and malnutrition, which have been of major concern to humanitarian aid personnel in this region.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Health & Fitness, Social Studies
Topics: Disease. Public/World Health. Civics: Current Events/Issues. Cultural Studies: African Studies. World History: 1990-present.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: Wide Angle
Describe the recent history of Rwanda, and explore the genocide of 1994. Identify steps being taken to improve the economy of Rwanda, including increasing education, investing in human capital and diversifying its resource base.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Cultural Studies: African Studies. World History: 1990-present.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: Africa
Explore the daily life, oral traditions, religion and cuisine of different African countries, and discover how these aspects of culture are influenced by geography, history and economy.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Reading & Language Arts, Social Studies
Topics: Folklore. Cultural Studies: African Studies.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: Wonders Of The African World
Explore the strong religious heritage of Ethiopia as well as the significance of this country to people with African heritage. Dispel some of the common worldwide misconceptions about this country.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Cultural Studies: African Studies. Geography.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: NewsHour Extra
Explore the recent history of Nigeria and the impact of history and geography upon current events in the region, and identify current challenges facing Nigeria as a new democracy and developing nation. Understand standards of free, fair elections.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Civics: Current Events/Issues. Cultural Studies: African Studies.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: The Blues
Explore the African American oral tradition and the relationship of this tradition to the blues. Identify the oral traditions that exist within one's own family.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Reading & Language Arts, Social Studies, The Arts
Topics: Folklore. Cultural Studies: African American Studies. Cultural Studies: African Studies. Music.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: Point of View
Learn about a musical band born in a West African refugee camp that chooses to fight back against their circumstances with music. Write new lyrics to an existing song to address a current social issue.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies, The Arts
Topics: Civics: Civil and Human Rights. Cultural Studies: African Studies. Music.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: Wonders Of The African World
Investigate the claims that the ruling classes of Ghana supported the slave trade by selling their own people. Explore journalism and ethics while creating a class newspaper which explores the economics and ethics of Ghana's African trade routes.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Reading & Language Arts, Social Studies
Topics: Journalism. Cultural Studies: African American Studies. Cultural Studies: African Studies.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: NewsHour Extra
Explore the history of South Africa, define the system of apartheid and investigate changes that have come about since the end of this official policy. Describe unique methods used to bring about non-violent change in a violent society.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Cultural Studies: African Studies. Sociology. World History: 1990-present.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: NewsHour Extra
Investigate human rights organizations and their efforts worldwide. Examine the current crisis in Darfur, Sudan, discuss whether it should be labeled genocide or ethnic cleansing and explore the legal implications of each label.
Grade Level: 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Civics: Civil and Human Rights. Cultural Studies: African Studies. World History: 1990-present.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: The Blues
Understand the musical and cultural importance of African drumming. Recognize the role of the backbeat in blues music, and demonstrate steady rhythms in a variety of blues styles.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies, The Arts
Topics: Cultural Studies: African American Studies. Cultural Studies: African Studies. Music.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: In Search of Myths and Heroes
Explore the story of the Queen of Sheba, and compare the legend across cultures. Research primary sources and create a project on the story of the Queen of Sheba and how the story is passed on in cultural and religious teachings.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Reading & Language Arts, Social Studies
Topics: Mythology. Cultural Studies: African Studies. Geography. Religion.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: Wonders Of The African World
Examine the mysteries of the city of Timbuktu and its surrounding geographic regions. Research a topic associated with the history, location, climate, chronology, religion or leaders of this West African state.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Cultural Studies: African Studies. Geography.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: Frontline / World
Compare gender roles existing in the United States and Kenya. Analyze the roles and responsibilities of women in Kenya and how those who choose various career paths balance family and work outside of the home.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Cultural Studies: African Studies.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
Source: Wonders Of The African World
Examine the origins of the Swahili people and their Arab roots. List the ethnic, national and cultural influences that are considered cultural universals, and compare and contrast similarities and differences of past and modern civilizations.
Grade Level: 6-8, 9-12
Subjects: Social Studies
Topics: Cultural Studies: African Studies. Cultural Studies: 6-8 Eastern Studies.
Resource Type: Lesson Plan
