The Liberty Bell as a Symbol for Civil Rights, grades 4-8Lesson plan
What is the connection between the inscription on the Liberty Bell and the Civil Rights Movement? Objective Students will understand the connection between symbolism used during the Civil Rights era and the symbol of the Liberty Bell by examining primary sources. Preparation Primary sources - "We Shall Overcome" lyrics, two political cartoons, Harper's Weekly magazine cover, "I Have a Dream" speech Internet access for the class to gather information about the Civil Rights era (students may work in partners) Saving the Liberty Bell picture book by Marty Rhodes Figley - ISBN 1-57505-696-8 - to p Duration: 90 Minutes.