Year 8 History/RE Lesson: The KKK and the Fight for Human Rights
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This lesson explores the rise of the Ku Klux Klan, their ideology of white supremacy, and the violent tactics they used to intimidate and oppress Black Americans and other minority groups. Pupils examine why the Klan gained power, why they weren’t stopped, and what their actions teach us about the importance of protecting human rights today. Activities include source analysis, comprehension questions, reflection tasks, and extended writing on the impact of the KKK and the lessons we can learn.
Learning aims:
Describe who the KKK were and what they believed
Explain how they used violence and fear to maintain white supremacy
Analyse why authorities failed to stop them
Reflect on why protecting minority rights is still essential today
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