This no-prep Australian Freedom Ride of 1965 lesson includes a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation, structured response worksheets, and a worked exemplar. Perfect for middle and high school history classes or as an emergency sub plan, this resource covers the significance of the 1965 Freedom Ride led by Charles Perkins and its impact on Indigenous civil rights. Students will learn to apply the PEEL paragraph structure to their writing, enhancing their ability to construct well-supported historical arguments. Aligned with Common Core and TEKS, this lesson promotes critical thinking, historical analysis, and writing skills.

Product Purpose and Benefits:

This resource provides students with a thorough understanding of the Australian Freedom Ride of 1965, focusing on its role in the fight for Indigenous rights. The PEEL writing structure helps students develop clear, structured arguments, improving their writing skills while learning about this important historical event.

Key Features of the Resource:

• Editable PowerPoint presentation covering the historical context and significance of the Freedom Ride.
• Structured response worksheets that guide students through writing detailed historical paragraphs using the PEEL method.
• Worked exemplar to show students how to structure their paragraphs effectively.
• Ideal for both middle and high school students and perfect for emergency sub plans.

How to Use This Resource:

1. Preparation: Open the PowerPoint presentation and familiarize yourself with the historical context of the 1965 Australian Freedom Ride. Distribute the structured response worksheets and, if possible, provide students with printed or digital copies of the worked exemplar for reference.
2. Introduction: Begin by introducing the topic using the PowerPoint to provide background on Charles Perkins and the goals of the Freedom Ride. Discuss how the event raised awareness of racial discrimination in Australia.
3. Main Activity: Guide students through the PEEL paragraph structure using the worked exemplar. Have students complete the structured response worksheet, encouraging them to use the historical evidence provided in the presentation to build their arguments.
4. Class Discussion & Wrap-Up: Conclude the lesson with a class discussion on the importance of the Freedom Ride and its legacy for Indigenous rights. Have students share their written paragraphs and reflect on the impact of the event.

This resource is perfect for both regular lessons and as a no-prep emergency sub plan, providing a structured and engaging way to teach about Indigenous civil rights and improve students’ historical writing skills.

Call to Action:

Download this Australian Freedom Ride of 1965 lesson today and help your students develop their PEEL writing skills while learning about this pivotal moment in Australian history.

Curriculum Standards:

• Common Core Standards: RH.9-10.2, WHST.9-10.9
• TEKS: 113.41(c)(2)(B), 113.41(c)(8)(A)​​​​​

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Common Core Outcomes:

For Grades 6-8: Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 6-8: RH.6-8.1, RH.6-8.2, RH.6-8.4, RH.6-8.5, RH.6-8.7, RH.6-8.10 For Grades 9-12: Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies 9-10 & 11-12: RH.9-10.1, RH.9-10.2, RH.11-12.1, RH.11-12.2, RH.9-10.4, RH.11-12.4, RH.9-10.7, RH.11-12.8, RH.9-10.10, RH.11-12.10

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