The Great Migration: An American Story | 
"The Great Migration was a movement of hope, as families sought a better life in a new world."
"The Great Migration was a movement of hope, as families sought a better life in a new world."
Teachers can use this book to introduce students to the history of the Great Migration and its impact on American culture. Students can discuss why people move from one place to another, and explore the themes of freedom, opportunity, and community. Students can also create their own art to express the stories of migration or movement.
pickThis stunningly illustrated book by renowned African American artist Jacob Lawrence tells the story of the Great Migration, when millions of African Americans moved from the rural South to northern cities between 1916 and 1970. It focuses on their quest for better opportunities, freedom, and equality.
