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Step into the legacy of John Lewis with Kai XR’s "John Lewis & Good Trouble" Learning Adventure, a high-quality instructional material designed to inspire and engage students. Perfect for Black History Month or year-round social studies lessons, this standards-aligned adventure explores the Civil Rights Movement through interactive multimedia, social-emotional learning (SEL), and a hands-on makerspace activity.
Students will learn about John Lewis’s commitment to "Good Trouble" and use creativity, problem-solving, and 3D modeling to reflect on how they can drive meaningful change.
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Kai XR’s "John Lewis & Good Trouble" Learning Adventure fosters creativity, engagement, and critical thinking while simplifying lesson planning with its pre-made, standards-aligned design. By immersing students in history through interactive multimedia and hands-on challenges, this resource empowers learners to explore pivotal moments of the Civil Rights Movement and reflect on their role in shaping a better future. Fully aligned with Common Core, NCSS, and state-specific standards, this high-quality instructional material seamlessly fits into existing curriculum, making it an engaging and impactful addition to any classroom.
An engaging, standards-aligned presentation that covers John Lewis’s leadership in the Civil Rights Movement.
After reflecting on the lesson, students use 3D modeling, creativity, and problem-solving to design a representation of John Lewis’s "Good Trouble including pivotal moments such as the March to Selma or the Freedom Rides.
Students reflect on their learning with a writing prompt on the Civil Rights Movement and John Lewis’s legacy.
Elementary Level
VS.8b: The student will demonstrate knowledge of the Reconstruction era by identifying the effects of segregation and "Jim Crow" laws on life in Virginia and the nation.
VS.9a: The student will demonstrate an understanding of the 20th and 21st centuries by describing the social and political events in Virginia linked to desegregation and Massive Resistance and their relationship to national history.
Middle School
USII.1e: The student will demonstrate skills for historical and geographical analysis by evaluating and explaining the significance of historical events and their influence on the present.
USII.9b: The student will describe key events and outcomes of the Civil Rights Movement, including Brown v. Board of Education, Civil Rights Act, and Voting Rights Act.
CE.3a: The student will demonstrate knowledge of citizenship by explaining the rights, duties, and responsibilities of citizens.
Teachers appreciate how this Kai XR Learning Adventure seamlessly combines history, SEL, and innovation to engage students in meaningful discussions and activities. This high-quality instructional material inspires students to connect historical events to their own lives, fostering empathy and creativity.
More reasons why teachers love this adventure:
Designed specifically for NCSS and state standards for history, SEL, and critical thinking.
Students immerse themselves in history through the Makerspace challenge, which emphasizes creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning.
Perfect for Black History Month, lessons on racial equality, social studies, or exploring civil rights.
Encourages students to analyze historical events, reflect on their significance, and develop empathy through creative projects.
Bring history and creativity to life in your classroom with this dynamic lesson on John Lewis and the Civil Rights Movement. Inspire your students to reflect on the importance of courage, determination, and "Good Trouble" in creating positive change.
Teachers enjoy their first five lessons free on Kai XR! Explore this Adventure and other engaging Learning Adventures designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding in your classroom.
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This Kai XR adventure combines an interactive history lesson, a makerspace challenge, and a quiz to teach students about John Lewis’s contributions to the Civil Rights Movement while encouraging creativity, reflection, and problem-solving.
By exploring themes like resilience, courage, and equity, this adventure fosters social-emotional learning. Students develop empathy as they reflect on John Lewis’s struggles and triumphs, while the Makerspace activity encourages self-expression and collaboration.
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Yes, teachers enjoy their first five lessons for free on Kai XR, including this Adventure and other engaging resources.. Paid school subscriptions provide additional access to state standards-aligned content.
The full Adventure, including the mini-lesson, Makerspace challenge, and writing prompt, takes about 60 minutes, making it ideal for a single class period or as part of a larger unit.
Students can participate using tablets, laptops, or desktops. Students aged 13 and older can enhance their experience with VR headsets, such as a Meta Quest.
After reflecting on the lesson, students use 3D modeling to design a representation of John Lewis’s "Good Trouble." This activity encourages creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and spatial computing as they depict pivotal moments like the Selma march or the Freedom Rides.
The mini-lesson covers key events from the Civil Rights Movement, including the Freedom Rides, sit-ins, the March on Washington, and the Selma-to-Montgomery marches.
Yes! While it focuses on history and social studies, the makerspace challenge also incorporates skills in art, design, and critical thinking, making it adaptable to cross-curricular lessons.
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