Read passage on the Great Migration

History

• The child has learned about the Great Migration and its significance in American history.
• They have learned about the reasons why African Americans moved from the South to the North during this time.
• The child can identify some of the challenges and opportunities faced by those who participated in the Great Migration.
• They understand the impact of the Great Migration on both the African American community and American society as a whole.

Social Studies

• The child has gained an understanding of the social, economic, and cultural factors that contributed to the Great Migration.
• They can discuss the push and pull factors that influenced African Americans to migrate to the North.
• The child can explain how the Great Migration affected the demographics and urbanization of Northern cities.
• They understand the importance of studying historical events like the Great Migration to gain insights into societal changes over time.

For continued development related to the activity, encourage the child to engage in further research on the topic. They can explore primary and secondary sources, such as interviews, photographs, and articles, to deepen their understanding of the Great Migration. Additionally, encourage the child to reflect on the experiences of individuals who participated in the Great Migration and to make connections between historical events and their own lives.

Book Recommendations

• The Great Migration: Journey to the North by Eloise Greenfield: This book tells the story of a young girl's family as they make the journey from the rural South to the urban North during the Great Migration.
• The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration by Isabel Wilkerson: Although written for an adult audience, selected chapters from this book can be read aloud or summarized to provide additional insights into the Great Migration.
• Ruth and the Green Book by Calvin Alexander Ramsey: This book follows the story of Ruth, a young African American girl, as she embarks on a road trip with her family during the Jim Crow era, relying on the Green Book for safe travel options.