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21 March 2025

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This Brown v. Board of Education Lesson Plan for US History students is a no-prep resource designed to help teach one of the most significant landmark Supreme Court cases in American history. This lesson explores the legal battle against segregation, the role of Thurgood Marshall and the NAACP, and the lasting impact of the Court’s decision on the Civil Rights Movement.

Ideal for grades 7-12, this engaging and content-rich lesson ensures that teachers can confidently present the material with no additional preparation required.

Lesson Plan Includes (in a downloadable .zip file):

  • PowerPoint Presentation – Visually engaging slides to support direct instruction (17 slides)
  • Student Guided Notes – Fill-in-the-blank format to reinforce key concepts (Word document)
  • Teacher’s Guide for Notes – Complete version with all answers provided (Word document)
  • Multiple-Choice Quiz – A quick 4-question assessment to check understanding (Word document)
  • Teacher’s Answer Key for Quiz – Fully completed answer guide (Word document)

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Topics Covered in This Lesson:

  • Plessy v. Ferguson and the “separate but equal” doctrine
  • Early NAACP legal efforts to challenge segregation
  • Background and key facts of Brown v. Board of Education
    -The role of Thurgood Marshall and the NAACP in the case
  • Arguments presented and the significance of the “doll experiment”
  • The Supreme Court’s decision and reasoning in the case
  • Southern resistance to integration, including the Southern Manifesto
  • The long-term impact of Brown v. Board of Education on civil rights

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Slides/Pages: 21 total (17 slides, 4 pages)

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Why Teachers Love This Resource:

  • No Prep Required – Ready-to-use lesson for immediate implementation
  • Engaging & Content-Rich – Helps students grasp the significance of this landmark Supreme Court case
  • Perfect for Any Classroom – Ideal for history units, substitute plans, or distance learning
  • Flexible Lesson Structure – Designed for a 45-50 minute period but can be easily adjusted

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51 & Usage Statement:
This digital resource is my intellectual property, and all rights are reserved. Purchase of this product grants the buyer a single license for personal classroom use only. It may not be resold, distributed, or posted online in whole or in part without prior written permission.

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Landmark Supreme Court Cases Lesson Plan Bundle | 4 US History Lessons: Lesson Plans, Guided Notes, Quizzes, Keys | American Studies

Engage your **US History** students with key Supreme Court decisions! This **Landmark Supreme Court Cases Lesson Plan Bundle** provides **four** ready-to-use lesson plans covering some of the most pivotal Supreme Court cases in U.S. history. These lessons offer engaging, content-rich materials to help students understand **8 landmark Supreme Court cases** that shaped America’s civil rights history. Each lesson is designed for 45-50 minute class periods but can be adjusted for time, making them perfect for any teacher, substitute, or virtual classroom. . **What’s Included in this Lesson Bundle:** ***Dred Scott v. Sandford (14 slides, 4 pages)*** - The 1857 Supreme Court ruling that denied citizenship to African Americans, disallowed Congressional attempts to limit the spread of slavery, and escalated tensions leading to the Civil War. ***Plessy v. Ferguson (18 slides, 4 pages)*** - The infamous 1896 ruling that established the "separate but equal" doctrine and led to the rise of Jim Crow segregation. ***Brown v. Board of Education (17 slides, 4 pages)*** - The 1954 Supreme Court decision that overturned Plessy v. Ferguson and ended legal segregation in public schools, along with the crucial role and historic legal career of Thurgood Marshall. ***The Supreme Court & the Rights of the Accused (21 slides, 4 pages)*** - A look at five major landmark 1960s Supreme Court decisions that expanded civil liberties and defined due process rights for persons accused of crimes, including Mapp v. Ohio, Gideon v. Wainwright, Brady v. Maryland, Miranda v. Arizona, and Katz v. U.S. . **Slides/Pages: 86 total (70 slides, 16 pages)** . **Each Lesson Plan Includes:** - PowerPoint Presentation: Ready-to-use, visually engaging slides. - Guided Notes: Student-friendly fill-in-the-blank notes to accompany the lessons. - Multiple Choice Quizzes: Quick quizzes of 4-6 questions in length to assess understanding. - Teacher Answer Keys: Easy-to-reference answer keys for both guided notes and quizzes. . **Why You’ll Love This Lesson Plan Bundle:** - Excellent Value - By purchasing this bundle, you save over 20% compared to buying each lesson individually. - Content-Rich & Engaging – Designed for deep historical understanding of eight landmark Supreme Court decisions. - Ready-to-Use – Ideal for classroom instruction, substitute plans, or virtual learning - Great for Black History Month – Covers many key topics in Civil Rights history . **51 & Usage Statement:** This digital resource is my intellectual property, and all rights are reserved. Purchase of this product grants the buyer a single license for personal classroom use only. It may not be resold, distributed, or posted online in whole or in part without prior written permission.

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