The Story of Ruby Bridges Lesson Plan

Educate young leaders about Ruby’s historic first walk to school.

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Educate your students about the history of Ruby Bridges through this free downloadable lesson plan for Women’s History Month with a free book, The Story of Ruby Bridges by Robert Coles. This lesson plan was adapted from a plan developed by Barbara Ashby, MLS, We the People Programs, Rhode Island, Michael Trofi, State Coordinator.

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Designed for 3rd-8th grades, The Story of Ruby Bridges Lesson Plan provides free downloadable resources and a free copy of Robert Cole’s The Story of Ruby Bridges for your classroom.

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- Do you want a free copy of Robert Cole’s The Story of Ruby Bridges to help you with the teaching of the lesson? Available until supplies run out.
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Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day

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