Caribbean Labor

Objectives

  • Locate the Caribbean islands on a map
  • Recognize indigenous presence in the Caribbean
  • Trace the history of slavery/forced labor on the islands and how it has impacted the current demographics
  • Recognize that the Caribbean is not culturally, linguistically, politically, or historically homogenous.
  • Understand the motives behind Caribbean migration to the U.S.
  • Evaluate how historical events and developments were shaped by unique circumstances of time and place, as well as broader historical contexts.
  • Analyze change and continuity in historical eras.
  • Be able to support an argument, claim, or position using strong textual evidence.

 

Lesson Plan Outlines

Lesson 1: Who is Caribbean?

Focus: Contemporary Caribbean demographics, indigenous peoples, the Haitian Revolution, and indentured slaves.

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        Lesson 2: Migration to the U.S.

        Focus: Motives for migration, settlement in the United States, and case studies

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        Lesson 3: Caribbean Labor in Connecticut

        Focus: Learn about the Bracero Program, Mexican labor, and U.S. agricultural policies. 

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            Student Activities

            Lesson 1 Activities:

            Activity 1.1: Find These Countries
            Activity 1.2: Analyzing Maroon Art
            Activity 1.3: The Haitian Revolution
            Activity 1.4: Indentured Servants

            Lesson 2 Activities:

            Activity 2.1: Case Study on Jean Desir
            Activity 2.2: Migrant Journal Entry
            Activity 2.3: Examining Caribbean Migrant Narratives

            Lesson 3 Activities:

            Activity 3.1: Shade Tobacco Promotional Film
            Activity 3.2: Home Away From Home
            Activity 3.3: Analyzing Primary Sources

             

             

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