BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Segregation is the practice of keeping ethnic, racial, religion or gender groups separate, especially by enforcing the use of separate schools, transportation and housing.

Could you imagine not going to the school of your choice? Could you imagine being in a classroom with students who are only your race? How about eatting and drinking at seperate restuarants or not being able to play with your friends from a different ethnic group? Or even being mistreated because of your skin color? Some of you have experienced this type of treatement and some of you will never. In celebration of Black History month we will explore the life of Ruby Bridges and learn how she made changes during the time of segregation.

Ruby Bridges is one of the first black students to attend an all-white school.

Task 1

Each Student will read "The Story of Ruby Bridges" by: Robert Coles

Write a one-page essay expressing your feelings about the book and the bravery of Ruby Bridges.

Additional Questions

1. Could you have been as brave as Ruby?



2. How did you feel about the treatment she received from other white students and thier parents?

Task 2
Answer the following questions?( In order to answer these questions, click the link: library.thinkquest.org)

1. What was the Brown vs Board of Education case?



2. When did it start and when did it end?



3. What was the Plessy v.Ferguson case?



4. When did it start and when did it end?



5. Write down any questions that you would like to discuss in class.

Task 3

Each student will write a letter to Mrs. Bridges expressing your thoughts and feelings about the segregation she went through. Also, you will thank her for her bravery and explain how she has inspired you.