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- The staff at ATBHK
- Thomas D. Clark Foundation
- Muhammad Ali Center
- Kentucky State University
- Berea College
- Kentucky Historical Society
- Frazier Kentucky History Museum
- The University Press of Kentucky (UPK)
- Kentucky Department of Education
- The Filson Historical Society
Sample Lesson Plans for KY Educators
Book study of Dear Martin, a Novel
Dear Martin (aka Dr. King) a novel by Nic Stone
As students embark on our book study of “Dear Martin” by Nic Stone, the focus will be on answering the discussion questions clearly and thoughtfully; and sharing ideas. Also, it’s encouraged to engage with your classmates by responding to at least one other post; you can share your thoughts, ask questions, or connect your own experiences. Through actively answering questions and engaging in responses, we can create a collaborative environment that fosters meaningful discussions on teaching empathy and promoting cultural awareness.
How Should We Remember the Underground Railroad?
How Should We Remember the Underground Railroad? – Frazier Museum – Underground Railroad Inquiry (8th Grade)
This inquiry leads students through an investigation of The Journey, a virtual tour of downtown Louisville and Southern Indiana created by the Frazier History Museum that shares the story of Lucie and Thornton Blackburn. Lucie (also known as Ruthie) and Thornton were once enslaved in Kentucky, until they escaped to Canada in the 1830s. Specific video links were pulled from The Journey project to align with the supporting questions and are linked above as featured sources. This inquiry guides students through answering the question “How Should We Remember the Underground Railroad?”
- Who were Lucie and Thornton Blackburn?
- What was the significance of the Ohio River in the Underground Railroad?
- What happened when people who were enslaved reached free states?