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Teaching Guide :

Teaching Guide Asian American Social Justice Leaders

  • Grade Level 3rd-5th Grade
  • Time Period 1930 - Present
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Introduction

This resource set highlights Asian American social justice and civil rights leaders, including Grace Lee Boggs and Yuri Kochiyama, and explores their activism, contributions, and the context of racial tensions during events like the LA Riots. Students will engage with primary and secondary sources, documentaries, and literature to understand the impact of Asian American leaders in the fight for equality and justice.

Essential Questions

  • Who are Asian American leaders who have fought for racial and social justice?