Black Hisotry Month- Homework

Mrs. Ness 4th Graders | Monday, January 30, 2012 | | 27 comments


Black History Month is celebrated in February in the United States. Since 1976, Black History Month has been celebrated annually in recognition of the achievements made by black Americans and the important role of African Americans in U.S. history.

Choose a famous African American to research and write a biography about this person. You need to pick someone that nobody else has written about, so make sure to take a look at who has already been posted about. Remember, you need to write at least 5 thoughtful sentences.

Snowflakes are like Families- Homework

Mrs. Ness 4th Graders | Monday, January 23, 2012 | | 24 comments

Snowflakes are like families;
Every single one is unique and special it its own way.

Describe how your family is special and unique. Please write at least 5 thoughtful sentences.

Martin Luther King, Jr.- Homework

Mrs. Ness 4th Graders | Monday, January 09, 2012 | | 27 comments


Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia. He is best known for being a prominent leader in the advancement of civil rights in the United States and around the world, using nonviolent methods.

In 1955, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led the Montgomery Bus Boycott and in 1957 he helped to found the Southern Christian Leadership Conference.

On August 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous "I Have a Dream" speech and established his reputation as one of the greatest speakers in American history.

In 1964, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his work to end racial segregation and discrimination through civil disobedience and other nonviolent means. He was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee.

Beginning with the words "I Have a Dream," write your own speech about your hopes for our world and its people. Your speech should be at least 5 great, thoughtful sentences.


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