Unit 12 6-8: Desired Results

Big Ideas:

• Black women leaders were central to the success of the Civil Rights Movement, advocating for justice, equality, and empowerment.
• Figures like Fannie Lou Hamer, Ella Baker, and Septima Clark used their unique talents to organize communities and challenge injustice.
• Their legacies demonstrate the power of collective action, resilience, and leadership in creating social change.

Essential Questions:

1. How did Fannie Lou Hamer, Ella Baker, and Septima Clark contribute to the Civil Rights Movement?
2. What strategies did these women use to address inequality and injustice?
3. How can we apply their lessons to issues of fairness and justice today?

Enduring Understandings:

• Fannie Lou Hamer fought for voting rights and inspired others through her powerful speeches and grassroots organizing.
• Ella Baker emphasized collective leadership and empowering young people to create change through organizations like SNCC.
• Septima Clark used education as a tool for empowerment, helping Black Americans register to vote and engage in civic life.
• These leaders’ contributions show how determination, education, and advocacy can challenge systemic injustice.

Objectives:

By the end of this lesson, students will:

1. Analyze the contributions of Fannie Lou Hamer, Ella Baker, and Septima Clark to the Civil Rights Movement.
2. Identify the challenges they faced and the strategies they used to overcome them.
3. Create a timeline of major events connected to their work, highlighting their impact on social justice movements.