Between the World and Me Lesson Plan

Understanding Malcom X: His Writings and Teachings

Kind of Activity:

Group Work

Objective:

Students will read and analyze selections from Malcolm X's writings and speeches and evaluate connections to Coates's perspectives as reflected in the book.

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.11-12.4, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.11-12.6, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.7, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.11-12.8, CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.11-12.4

Structure:

Coates makes clear throughout Between the World and Me the tremendous impact Malcolm X and his writings had on his own education, philosophy, and personal development. In this activity, students will read selections of Malcolm X's writing...