What does the metaphor of the river mean to you? Read "The Negro Speaks of Rivers" by Langston Hughes.

In this worksheet, students learn how the Sit-In movement began, and the impact it had on both the region and the country.

In this Brown vs. Board of Education worksheet, children read the story of how the landmark decision came about, as well as the struggle that followed.

In the worksheet The History of African American Spirituals, children read about how African Americans used spirituals during different moments in history, starting from their enslavement to the civil rights movement.

Children follow along the incredible life story of Harriet Tubman, who escaped slavery to rescue hundreds of other enslaved people.

Children are introduced to author, activist, and poet Maya Angelou in this historial heroes worksheet.

Children learn about the life and legacy of civil rights activist Rosa Parks in this history worksheet.

Challenge your high schooler to think about the sociocultural issues of Langston Hughes's poetry, with the soulful "Aunt Sue's Stories".

In this Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline worksheet, students will learn about the life of an important historical figure.

First, students will read a biography of Amelia Boynton Robinson, and then respond to comprehension questions, using text evidence.

Children learn the inspiring life story of historical hero Frederick Douglass, who rose from slavery to become a preeminent leader of the abolitionist movement, in this worksheet.

Young readers and sports enthusiasts will have a ball practicing sequence of events in this biography of Jackie Robinson. 

An icon of the Civil Rights Movement, Rosa Parks is featured on this simple coloring page, a perfect way for your child to engage in learning history.

In this historical heroes worksheet, second and third graders read a short passage about Owens' life and legacy, then answer the comprehension questions to help determine their understanding.

Introduce students to the influential, trailblazing African American athlete Althea Gibson with this reading comprehension worksheet.

In this historical heroes worksheet, children are introduced to Booker T. Washington, who rose from slavery to help found Tuskegee University and advocate for the educational and civl rights of fellow African Americans.

Children learn about George Washington Carver, who rose from slavery to become a leading agricultural pioneer, innovator, inventor, and educator, in this historical heroes worksheet.

In this puzzle, children will find and circle eight words related to the American civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s.

Reflect on the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in this quote response worksheet for middle-grade students.

Learn about an influential figure in Black history with the help of this graphic organizer!

Children learn about three songs that inspired and gave hope to the people who fled slavery via the Underground Railroad, then answer questions about what they have learned.

Analyze the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in this second- and third-grade worksheet.

Students read background information about the establishment of the Juneteenth holiday and answer comprehension and analysis questions.

Introduce children to American playwright Lorraine Hanberry, who was only 29 years old when she won the New York Drama Critics’ Circle Award for Best Play for "A Raisin in the Sun."