John Minor Wisdom: Daughtless Decision Maker
Type:
Lesson PlanDescription:
In this lesson, students will learn about how John Minor Wisdom couragelously stood up against discrimination and segregation as a Circuit Court judge.
Subjects:
- Social Studies > Civics
- Social Studies > United States History
Education Levels:
- Grade 9
- Grade 10
- Grade 11
- Grade 12
Keywords:
Inalienable/Natural Rights, Equality, Individual Responsibility, Equal Protection Justice Civil rights eraLanguage:
EnglishAccess Privileges:
Public - Available to anyoneLicense Deed:
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