Our Black History program is a multimedia survey of the American Civil Rights Movement from 1954 through 1968. Using still photos, video clips, age-appropriate language and live music, we relate the story through the voice of a grandmother reflecting on events that led to the election of an African-American President. The program celebrates the contributions of brave individuals who risked their lives to overcome a system of racial injustice, including Rosa Parks, Ruby Bridges and Martin Luther King. The audience is invited to sing along with Freedom Songs, including "We Shall Overcome." Other musical selections include "A Change Is Gonna Come," "A Place In The Sun" "If I Had A Hammer" and "Ain't Gonna Let Nobody Turn Me Around" and an original song "Keep That Hammer Swinging." youtu.beXcgmFW7C7Bw
Keywords
1.) Social Studies / History 2.) Black History 3.) American History 4.) Music Performance
