Paragraph Writing

Worksheet Description

This worksheet for Black History Month prompts students to engage with influential quotes by notable Black figures, fostering a deeper understanding of the African American experience. The top of the page offers a space for the student’s name, making the exercise personal. The instructions are clear: choose one of the provided quotations and write a paragraph relating the chosen words to Black History Month. This task invites reflection on the enduring wisdom of Black leaders and their relevance to the ongoing journey towards equality and justice.

The quotes selected for this worksheet span a range of perspectives and eras, from Martin Luther King Jr.’s reflection on the impact of a “creative dedicated minority” to Muhammad Ali’s bold assertion of identity. Also included are powerful words from Toni Morrison about the function of racism, Samuel DuBois Cook’s call to excellence and hard work, James Baldwin’s encouragement to overcome doubt, and Dr. Mae Jemison’s advice against letting others’ limitations hold you back. This variety of voices provides students with a spectrum of thought and motivation to explore how these ideas resonate with the struggles, achievements, and aspirations of Black history. By analyzing and connecting these quotes to the broader narrative, students not only pay homage to these figures but also participate in the living history they helped shape.