We Shall Overcome!

In the past few days we have been exploring the concept of the American Dream within prominent pieces of poetry. We've heard from voices like Langston Hughes, Carl Sandburg and Walt Whitman, but now it's time to look at the true stories of the Civil Rights Movement that will lead us into our next work, "A Raisin in the Sun."

HISTORIC PLACES OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT

A look into the rich history of our country's adjustment from the late 1800's into the1950's, this website allows for us to read the stories that precede and follow those of the characters we will be reading about soon. I would like for you to start off by reading the Introduction before proceeding to the Itinerary Map. From here, I would like you to read over a few of the locations to read about them and the people who were influenced by the area.

After you finish reading, reflect on how the stories connect with our discussions about the American Dream. How is it defined by these stories? What kinds of conflicts are faced in reference to the dream? etc... Give clear examples from the site to make your claims.


When you finish, go ahead and start working on your Graduation Project Proposal. Save the file to your H:/ drive and begin filling it out. If you have any questions, please let me know and I will attend to them. Remember to save and possibly even send it to yourself via email at the end of the class period.