Warriors Don't Cry Lesson Plan

Following Melba and Mother Lois' escape from the angry mob, how does Grandma India use their faith to help support Melba?

Christianity is a significant aspect of Melba's identity. Her family attends church weekly and it serves as a strong base for their community. After being chased away by a deadly mob the first day she attempted to enter Central High, Melba is traumatized. She is overwhelmed by the changes desegregation is already forcing upon her and breaks down sobbing. Grandma India utilizes their faith to help give Melba strength. She comforts Melba, but then tells her that will need to be her last cry. She informs Melba that she is now an activist - "a warrior...