National First Ladies' Library
First Ladies as Activists
Students choose a First Lady of the 20th century to research. Using both print and non-print sources, they identify the cause to which their First Lady gave her name, time, and energy. After researching, they right a press release...
Curated OER
Getting To Know the Activists Among Us
Students discuss what it means to be an "activist." They identify various types of activist organizations and brainstorm the names of local people and organizations that might fit these categories. They research one of these...
Historica Canada
Historica Minutes: Nellie Mc Clung
Although a good synopsis of Nellie McClung's life is presented here, the highlight is the video clip, Nellie McClung. Using the clip is a great way to jump into a lesson about McClung or female activists in general.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: On the March: Women of the Peace Movement
American women's peace advocacy has roots in 19th century U.S and European movements.
Other
Chicanas: Lorna Dee Cervantes
Short introduction to the poet as a Mexican-American poet, activist & artist. Scroll to paragraph.