Many people know about harriet tubmans adult life how she helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom along the underground railroad. This harriet tubman and the underground railroad lesson plan is suitable for 1st grade. Young historians watch a video, access internet resources, and engage in cooperative activities which should lead them to a greater understanding of this important. I have black history posters, readers and timelines too. Harriet tubman activities, worksheets, printables, and. Harriet tubman was the best known conductor in the underground railroad, a secret network of people who helped escaping slaves reach freedom.
A great inclass or takehome activity for black history month. Harriet tubman is the subject of this biography video for kids. See more ideas about harriet tubman, history and history projects. This is a double bundle addition which includes over 30 readytouse harriet tubman worksheets that are perfect for students to learn about this famous lady who was born into slavery and was able to escape, as well help seventy friends and family escape from slavery as well. Her maternal grandmother was stolen from africa and told harriet that she was ashanti, a proud west african people who had built an extensive civilization and fought european colonization for almost a century. Students learn how she helped others find their way to freedom through the underground railroad, and also how she led a raid that freed 750 people. Meet harriet tubman, a true american hero who devoted her whole life to caring for and protecting others. Biographies of tubman harriet tubman library guide libguides. Born into slavery, tubman escaped and subsequently made some missions to rescue approximately 70 enslaved people, including family and friends, using the network of antislavery activists and safe houses known as the underground railroad. See how she became moses and helped rescue over 300 people out of slavery through the underground railroad. Harriet tubman and the underground railroad razkids. The story is well written in prose that has just enough challenge to teach, enhance, and stretch reading skills further. Harriet tubman contributor of good night stories for rebel. It was dangerous and illegal work for everyone involved.
Harriet tubman vocabulary words abolitionist a person who did not believe in slavery and who worked to free slaves auctiona place where slaves were soldbig dipper a group of seven stars that form a bowl with a handle conductora person who provided shelter for runaways and directed them where to go next. Introduces harriet tubman, from her birth into slavery, through her daring escape to freedom in the north, to her tireless efforts during the civil war to free other slaves via the underground railroad. Feb 06, 2006 harriet tubmans name is known worldwide and her exploits as a selfliberated underground railroad heroine are celebrated in childrens literature, film, and history books, yet no major biography of tubman has appeared since 1943. Young historians watch a video, access internet resources, and engage in cooperative activities which should lead them to a greater understanding of this important time in.
He threw a heavy lead weight, which missed the other slave and hit harriet in the head. Recommended reading about harriet tubman the horn book. A story of young harriet tubman written by alan schroeder and illustrated by jerry pinkney is a good book to introduce to children about slavery. Biography nonfiction 1,257 words, level s grade 3, lexile 830l. Many people know about harriet tubman s adult life how she helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom along the underground railroad. Kindergarten 3rd grade readers the underground railroad. Harriet tubman was a feisty and stubborn girl with a dream of escape, and whose rebellious spirit. A welldesigned instructional activity teaches about the history of harriet tubman, the underground railroad, and the issues of civil liberties. This is a great little book to introduce little kids to an american hero, harriet tubman. See how she became moses and helped rescue over 300 people out of. Feb 14, 2018 harriet tubman is the subject of this biography video for kids. She helped rescue over 300 people from slavery through the underground.
At the end, the students will have created a harriet tubman time capsule that will reflect her life and the challenges of that time period. Write, learn about supporting details, and deepen your students knowledge african american history by reading about harriet tubman. This the life of harriet tubman lesson plan is suitable for 1st 2nd grade. Harriet tubman was born into slavery on a maryland plantation in 1820 or 1821. After escaping from slavery, into which she was born, she made thirteen missions to rescue over seventy slaves1 using the network of antislavery activists and safe houses known as. Reluctant reader books lets meet harriet tubman grade 24 harriet tubman grade 45 literature book units the story of harriet tubman, freedom train grades 47 related reading comprehensions underground freedom fighter grades 35 delaware and the underground railroad grades 35. Lesson one ms word document lesson two ms publisher document lesson three ms word document reading. Harriet tubman my first biography black history month youtube. Harriet tubman was a feisty and stubborn girl with a dream of escape, and. Although there have been scores of childrens books published on harriet tubman, there are few full scale biographies for adults the first book about tubman was published in 1869 with the assistance of tubman herself who was nearly destitute and hoped sales from the book would provide some much needed financial assistance for her and her family. Harriet tubman and the underground railroad reading az. Usually many books always focus on harriets adult life, but this book focuses on her life as a child.
When harriet was just five years old, she began work as a house servant. Harriet bought a house in auburn, new york for her parents after helping them to escape from the south. Use the computer and projector to share the harriet tubman presentation with the class. Harriet tubman was born a slave and dreamed of being free. Students will enjoy creating the harriet tubman craft, and learning some facts about her life. Plan your 60minute lesson in english language arts or main idea with helpful tips from regan aymett. Aunt harriets underground railroad in the sky 1st 2nd grade ms word document 2nd. Harriet tubmans name is known worldwide and her exploits as a selfliberated underground railroad heroine are celebrated in childrens literature, film, and history books, yet no major biography of tubman has appeared since 1943.
Harriet tubman emergent reader black history kindergarten. Harriet tubman ms word document minty, in three lessons. This activity includes directions, cutouts, materials list, and book. The road to freedom by catherine clinton, before she was harriet by lesa clineransome, aunt harriet s u.
Three biographies of harriet tubman were published within months of each other in 200304. Harriet tubman writing activity harriet tubman writing activity distribute a printable social studies and writing activity on harriet tubman that focuses on recognizing people important to u. A picture book of harriet tubman picture book biography. The definitive biography of one of the most courageous women in american history reveals harriet tubman to be even more remarkable than her legend newsday. The book can also be used to help students determine an authors purpose for writing and understand the proper use of pasttense verbs. She helped many people escape slavery in the south, as she lead them to freedom in the north. Students will assemble this informative lifttab book about harriet tubman and the underground railroad and learn how slaves escaped to freedom. Open a class discussion by talking about the purpose of a railroad and a conductor. A my first biography, this book introduces harriet tubman to young.
Harriet tubman lesson plans and lesson ideas brainpop. She was a very religious woman having learned about the bible from her mother. Mar 31, 2017 although there have been scores of childrens books published on harriet tubman, there are few full scale biographies for adults the first book about tubman was published in 1869 with the assistance of tubman herself who was nearly destitute and hoped sales from the book would provide some much needed financial assistance for her and her family. Harriet tubman and the underground railroad lifttab book activity. She and several hundred union soldiers were preparing a raid to free hundreds of slaves from plantations in south carolina, part of the confederate states that were fighting against the union during the civil war of 1861 to 1865. Please support the author by purchasing the book here. Prek and kindergarten lesson plans elementary lesson plans middle school lesson plans high school lesson plans poetry. In this history lesson, 1st graders discuss and answer questions as the book is read, and complete a worksheet about their feelings and reactions to the book. Ask students if they have any prior knowledge about the underground railroad. First graders discuss black history month and read a book about the underground railroad.
Harriets route to freedom the freedom train before they had to go to canada to be safe harriet tubman and. Dec 01, 2010 bought for my kindergarten classroom, this story is simple for me to read aloud and works as a great introduction to harriet tubman. She helped rescue over 300 people from slavery through the. Harriet tubman activities, worksheets, printables, and lesson. Harriet tubman craftivity by first grade frenzy tpt.
Conductor of the underground railroad dell yearling biography by kate mcmullan and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Visiting the combahee river and the harriet tubman bridge was one of the first trips my daughter and i took when we began homeschooling. He likes it and requests it from time to time, although its not a super favorite. March 1822 march 10, 19 was an american abolitionist and political activist. Allows for discussion on complex topics for little minds. Harriet tubman cautiously watched the shore from one of three gunboats on the combahee river. Woodson and the associated publishers as general harriet tubman in 1943. This 20page activity pack can be a fun and engaging way to learn about harriet tubman. Harriet tubman writing activity harriet tubman writing activity distribute a printable social studies and writing activity on harriet tubman that focuses on recognizing people important to. It tends to be difficult to find books that introduce important people for black history month, and this is now one of my favorites.
Harriet tubman was a brave woman who lived as a slave in the united states long ago. Harriet tubman was an africanamerican woman who daringly escaped slavery and helped hundreds of other slaves escape to freedom. Usually many books always focus on harriet s adult life, but this book focuses on her life as a child. Mar 12, 2014 harriet tubman rescued some 300 slaves in 19 expeditions over 11 years. The life of harriet tubman lesson plan for 1st 2nd grade. Reluctant reader books lets meet harriet tubman grade 24 harriet tubman grade 45 literature book units. Harriet tubman biography for kids classroom edition. These activities can be used with harriet tubman books and videos. The book harriet tubman describes the courageous actions she took to help other slaves. Harriet tubman lived during a time when it was illegal to help slaves escape to freedom, but she helped slaves escape anyway. A my first biography, this book introduces harriet tubman to.
Harriet tubman, an animated social studies resource page with lesson plans and teaching tips, kindergarten to 3rd grade students, discusses slavery, the underground railroad, and abolitionists. Conductor of the underground railroad dell yearling biography by kate mcmullan and a great selection of related books, art. Humezs comprehensive harriet tubman is both an important biographical overview based on extensive new research and a. Harriet tubman writing activity printable 2nd 3rd grade. But how many know about harriet tubmans life as a child on the brodas plantation in the late 1820s. The new yorker praised this book as an evocative portrait, and the chicago tribune called it superb. Harriet tubman contributor of good night stories for. Lesson plans for a picture book of harriet tubman by david adler this lesson plan is designed to read the book aloud to kindergarten or first grade students. Harriet tubman lesson plans and lesson ideas brainpop educators. Who was harriet tubman mcdonough, yona zeldis, who hq. Harriet tubman heroes dont always wear capes and tights more often than not, they dress like everyone else. Harriet tubman was a very brave woman, and an important figure in black history. Harriet tubman website of resources done by second graders, wwork samples making a map to show the underground railroad route us history.
Harriet tubman my first biography black history month. But how many know about harriet tubman s life as a child on the brodas plantation in the late 1820s. Learn about harriet tubman in this biography video for kids. The combahee river raid and great childrens books about. She became the most famous of all conductors of the underground railroad, which was a system of safe houses that slaves used to travel to freedom in the north. Celebrated for her exploits as a conductor on the underground railroad, harriet tubman has entered history as one of nineteenthcentury americas most enduring and important figures. An overseer is a man who made sure the slaves did their work.
This is my sons first book about history hes 28 months. He writes about his experiences with slavery, harriet tubman, and the underground railroad. Improve your social studies knowledge with free questions in harriet tubman and thousands of other social studies skills. Because of her efforts, she came to be known as moses, referring to an important figure in the bible.
Harriet tubman and the underground railroad printable k. Harriet tubman timeline if you need more kindergarten and first grade resources please check my store for more. In 1853, in letters to his older brother, elevenyearold levi describes his adventures in the pennsylvania countryside with his black friend jupiter. A picture book of harriet tubman picture book biography david a. Harriet tubman children follow along the incredible life story of harriet tubman, who escaped slavery to rescue hundreds of other enslaved people. The book tells the story of harriet tubman in chapter book style and is perfect for strong elementary age readers. Harriet tubman and the underground railroad lesson plan for. This book on harriet tubman is exactly that, and i truly enjoyed it. Harriet tubman, an animated social studies resource page with lesson plans and teaching tips, kindergarten to 3rd grade students, discusses slavery, the. Harriet tubman rescued some 300 slaves in 19 expeditions over 11 years. Bought for my kindergarten classroom, this story is simple for me to read aloud and works as a great introduction to harriet tubman. The book shows how hard that being a slave child could be.