Civil Rights

The civil rights movement in the United States.
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Disciples of Hatred, In Their Own Words and Images
The New York Times editorial " Disciples of Hatred, In Their Own Words and Images " discusses the Atlanta Center for Civil and Human Rights acquisition of hundreds of postcards from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century that depict the lynching of African Americans and the massive crowds that gathered to watch.
Facing Today December 24, 2008
Disciples of Hatred, In Their Own Words and Images
The New York Times editorial " Disciples of Hatred, In Their Own Words and Images " discusses the Atlanta Center for Civil and Human Rights acquisition of hundreds of postcards from the late nineteenth and early twentieth century that depict the lynching of African Americans and the massive crowds that gathered to watch.
Facing Today December 24, 2008
'Jena 6' Teen Agrees to a Plea Deal
(CNN, December 3, 2007) According to this news update about Jena 6, Mychal Bell, the 17-year-old black teenager whose arrest and detention led to the "Jena 6" protests, has agreed to a plea deal that could lead to his release by June.
Facing Today April 10, 2008
'Jena 6' Teen Agrees to a Plea Deal
(CNN, December 3, 2007) According to this news update about Jena 6, Mychal Bell, the 17-year-old black teenager whose arrest and detention led to the "Jena 6" protests, has agreed to a plea deal that could lead to his release by June.
Facing Today April 10, 2008
A Force More Powerful

6 episodes, 30 minutes each
Source: Films for the Humanities & Sciences

This series uses archival footage to present six stories of successful nonviolent movements around the world. Each includes interviews with witnesses, survivors and unsung heroes who contributed to these century-changing events.

1. Nashville: “We Were Warriors”

Library Resource December 15, 2009
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement
Unit December 9, 2008
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement Lesson 1
Lesson Plan December 9, 2008
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement Lesson 2
Lesson Plan December 30, 2008
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement Lesson 3
Lesson Plan December 30, 2008
A Pivotal Moment in the Civil Rights Movement Lesson 4
Lesson Plan December 30, 2008
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