Give students historical context to the intersection of music and politics.
Provide an opportunity for students to research a subject of their choosing.
Challenge students to create a POV and support it with their thoughts and select research.
Essential Questions
What attracts you to a musician or their music?
How can an artist use their platform to influence others?
How can research support a viewpoint you hold?
Socio-Emotional Learning
This lesson gives a low stake opportunity for educators and/or caretakers to connect with students around music. Allow yourself to be open to following the conversation where it may go and not controlling student responses.
This resource can be used byeducators or parents/caretakers to help engage young people in studying history by using music as a catalyst.