Summary
The Undefeated is a beautiful non-fiction picture book about African Americans who overcame adversity in black history. This book celebrates the resilience of Barack Obama, Rosa Parks, and Martin Luther King Jr. It can inspire young readers to reach their potential and honor their ancestors. This is an incredible book to teach children about social justice and the African American history.
Theme(s):
Identity, Resilience, and Empowerment
Personal Response
This amazing book showed me the determination and courage of African Americans throughout history. As an elementary school teacher, I now have more cultural knowledge to create a more inclusive and supportive environment where every child feels noticed and respected. The Undefeated has encouraged self-reflection, confronting my prejudices and advantages. This book motivates me to support African American children by fostering diversity and teaching empathy and social justice to my students.
Teaching Ideas
The Undefeated promotes diversity and shows African Americans’ strength and determination. During Black History Month, read this book aloud. This book can help your students think about how they can be strong and resilient. After discussing the book, students could write in their wiring journals. Then, everyone can share their final thoughts and one lesson they learned from it.
Recommended Reading Level
Grade 05
