Hidden Voices: Americans with Disabilities in United States History
Hidden Voices: Americans with Disabilities in United States History
*This resource was developed by the NYC Department of Education and links to an external source.
Summary:
Hidden Voices: Americans with Disabilities in United States History introduces students to the often-overlooked contributions of Americans with disabilities throughout U.S. history. Through 42 biographical profiles, the resource highlights diverse experiences and impacts on social, political, cultural, and economic life. Each profile includes questions, images, curriculum connections, and resources to support analysis, making it adaptable across grades and subjects while fostering understanding and empathy.
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Subject and topic:
History, Social Studies, Disability History
Grade level:
6th to 12th, with some biographies tied in to upper elementary units
Duration:
Flexible (approx. 1 class period to several weeks depending on selection and implementation).
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