Description
Have your students create a collaborative poster and learn about Madam C. J. Walker in a fun, fresh, and engaging way! Through this activity, students will explore Walker’s remarkable achievements as an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and influential business leader. As they work together, they’ll also strengthen their teamwork and communication skills while contributing to one stunning final product.
This biography research activity is an excellent addition to any Black History Month celebration, social studies lesson, or American history unit. Students will connect Walker’s life, success, and impact to broader themes of perseverance, economic empowerment, and social change.
Students will begin by researching Madam C. J. Walker and gathering information about her background, accomplishments, and contributions to business and society. They’ll then record their findings in the designated sections on the poster before working together to color or paint and assemble the final display. Once completed, the six-piece poster can be printed on regular paper or cardstock and will measure approximately 28" x 15" when taped together. For long-lasting classroom use, you can laminate the finished product.
This resource includes student directions, a project rubric, and a brainstorm graphic organizer (all provided in both PDF and editable Word document formats). It also includes six blank coloring pages that come together to form one cohesive poster, a Madam C. J. Walker answer key, and an example of the final project to guide and inspire your students.