Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn about Harriet Tubman and her important role in history.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Crayons or colored pencils

No prior knowledge is required for this lesson.

Activities

• Draw a picture of Harriet Tubman
• Color the picture using crayons or colored pencils
• Ask a family member or friend to help you research more about Harriet Tubman online
• Write a short story or draw a comic strip about Harriet Tubman's adventures
• Act out a scene from Harriet Tubman's life with your toys or family members

Talking Points

• "Harriet Tubman was a brave and strong woman who lived a long time ago."
• "She helped many enslaved people escape to freedom through a secret network called the Underground Railroad."
• "Harriet Tubman was called the 'Moses of her people' because she led them to freedom, just like Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt."
• "She was born into slavery, but she escaped and made it to the North where slavery was not allowed."
• "Harriet Tubman risked her life many times to help others, and she never gave up."