Theme 1
The Intergenerational Effects of White Supremacy
This inquiry kit uses primary sources to examine how white supremacy has shaped community conditions over time. It explores the lasting impact of slavery, segregation, and discriminatory policies on generational wealth, access to opportunity, and current inequalities.
Thinking Questions
- How do you see the impact of historical events like slavery and Jim Crow still affecting the community today?
- What does “wealth” mean, and how might a lack of it in past generations affect families now?
- How might policies from the past have created different opportunities for different groups in our community?
Teacher’s Guide: Photograph Analysis
Teacher’s Guide: Photograph Analysis
Teacher’s Guide: Photograph Analysis
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Historical Document Analysis Tool
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Photograph Analysis Tool
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Map Analysis Tool
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Photograph Analysis Tool
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Photograph Analysis Tool
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