Who exactly was George C. Wallace? A great lesson plan provides young historians with a hands-on activity, direct instruction, and discussion to learn about Wallace, why he was an important figure, and why he changed his mind about segregation in the South. 

Concepts

american culture, american history, brown v. board of education, american politics, state government, the civil rights movement, segregation

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners complete more research into the life of George Wallace
• Place pupils in small groups to discuss times they have changed their opinions 

Classroom Considerations

• The topic of civil rights may be sensitive for some individuals 

Pros

• Provides modifications and accommodations for diverse learners
• A PowerPoint presentation is included

Cons

• None