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Unit Plan, Lesson Plan, Primary Source Lessons on the Case of Tape V. Hurley

  • Grade Level 3rd-12th Grade
  • Date Published Jan 2014
  • Time Period Late 1800s
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Introduction

This curriculum covers topics related to Chinese Exclusion, immigration, citizenship, and race issues in America. These lessons may be used individually or as a unit. It was initially formulated to supplement a History Alive performance on Mamie Tape, which features Reverend Ng Poon Chew and Mamie Tape engaged in an interview and the audience learns about the history Mamie Tape’s account of discrimination and segregation through their dialogue. The activities can be used independently from the performance.

Items in this packet will:
- Familiarize educators about Chinese immigration to America in the late 19th century.
- Provide activities for students to learn about Chinese American history.
- Present additional resources for in-depth learning.

Essential Questions

  • Over the course of U.S. history, in what ways have Asian Americans been targets of hate crimes and discrimination?

  • How do discrimination and microaggressions affect minority groups in society?

  • What can be done to prevent further discrimination and hate crimes in our society?

  • How has anti-Asian racism been encoded in legal and political structures?