Activism and Protest | Uncovering America

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History-Social Science The Arts

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Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Post-Secondary

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Activism and Protest | Uncovering America

Why and how do people protest? How might works of art show support or advocate for a cause? How are people, communities, and events affected by works of art?

In this set of images and a suggested activity, students will learn about how and why people have protested and taken action for different causes throughout history, and they will create posters to advocate for an issue they are passionate about.

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PBS Learning Media