Henry's Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad

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Nelson’s illustrations, always powerful and nuanced, depict the evolution of a self-possessed child into a determined and fearless young man." – Catherine Threadgill, School Library Journal view and compare their ideas and add to their perspectives through a gallery walk of a Freedom Wall Understanding cause and effect is a key comprehension and language skill. The text structure of Henry's Freedom Box includes several examples of cause and effect relationships, making it easy to use as a springboard for modeling or independent practice. I will then share some pictures from my iPad/Apple TV connection of other ways people escaped to freedom (eg. church pews, boxes, mail, etc.)

B2.1 express personal responses and make connections to characters, themes, and issues presented in their own and others’ drama works Clutter-Free Classroom is the place where elementary teachers get the time-saving tips, ideas and resources they need to make teaching easier and more enjoyable.Students will reflect on the fact that this is a true story with real life significance and consequences Prior to this lesson students will have a base knowledge understanding of equity, freedom and slavery. This lesson will introduce the idea of escape and the underground railroad in North America for subsequent lessons to build upon

Observation– I will observe my students and take Anecdotal notes to indicate who is a respectful listener, and is thoughtfully able to compose a question, as per the language curriculum. use speaking skills and strategies appropriately to communicate with different audiences for a variety of purposes; Elementary teachers looking for lesson plans and activities for Henry’s Freedom Box will love this post. It includes resource recommendations, free teaching ideas, and information about the book. identify a range of purposes for listening in a variety of situations, formal and informal, and set goals related to specific listening tasksVery small introduction to Underground Railroad – a system of paths, safe houses, secret codes, etc. to obtaining freedom across north America and beyond Tingle, Tim. Crossing Bok Chitto: A Choctaw Tale of Friendship & Freedom. Cinco Puntos, 2006. ISBN-13: 9780938317777

We will share some written thoughts and ideas aloud on the carpet, and once shared aloud (and approved), we will have a discussion about its value to the Wall, and add the card to the Freedom Wall I will providing prompting questions throughout the read aloud to encourage students to think about freedom, racism, prejudice and social justice, and slavery deeply

Read Henry's Freedom Box then have some fun matching cause and effect sentences from the book. By using these cause and effect cards, students will demonstrate both their comprehension of the text and their understanding of cause and effect relationships in hands-on and interactive way. McCully, Emily Arnold. The Escape of Oney Judge: Martha Washington’s Slave Finds Freedom. Farrar, 2007. ISBN-13: 9780374322250 Although the cruelties of slavery and the sad events of Henry’s life may prove too intense for the youngest readers, grade-schoolers with some knowledge of American history will thrill to this astonishing tale of bravery, ingenuity, and the indomitable strength of the human spirit." – Barnes & Noble Anecdotal notes will be taken to indicate who is a respectful listener, and on the depth of student comments, questions and peer discussions. I will use this form of assessment to get an idea of what students think and how they see the world, and so that that I can start to lay the foundation of what this unit needs to touch on

The volunteer will take on the character of Henry. They will answer the audience’s questions by pretending to be the character and speak from his point of view These powerful illustrations will make readers feel as if they have gained insight into a resourceful man and his extraordinary story." – Publishers Weekly Student A – will sit next to peer models and be given copies of the text to help guide him. He will highlight text evidence that exhibits Henry’s bravery in his pursuit of freedom to help guide him compose a question Weatherford, Carole Boston. Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom. Illus. by Kadir Nelson. Hyperion/Jump at the Sun, 2006. ISBN-13: 9780786851751 Conversation– I will assess the mindfulness of the questions asked, and the depth of the conversations between students’ groups. I will add details to my anecdotal notes.

This word work lesson plan and set of teaching resources use Henry's Freedom Box by Ellen Levine as a springboard for instruction focused on inflectional endings. A BIG box – minds on – to encourage students to think about the ways people were willing to go to obtain freedom Ringgold, Faith. Aunt Harriet’s Underground Railroad in the Sky. Crown, 1992. ISBN-13: 9780517885437 demonstrate an understanding of appropriate listening behaviour by adapting active listening strategies to suit a range of situations, including work in groups When it comes to writing lesson plans and finding activities for Henry’s Freedom Box, we’ve already done all of the heavy lifting for you.