Description
Have your students create a collaborative poster and learn about Mae Jemison in a fun, fresh, and engaging way! Through this activity, students will explore Jemison’s achievements as the first African American woman to travel into space, as well as her contributions as a doctor, engineer, and STEM advocate. As they work together, they’ll also strengthen their teamwork and communication skills while contributing to one unified final product.
This biography research activity is an excellent addition to any Black History Month celebration, STEM lesson, or American history unit. Students will connect Jemison’s dedication, innovation, and leadership to broader themes of perseverance, exploration, and scientific progress.
Students will begin by researching Mae Jemison and gathering information about her background, accomplishments, and impact in science and space exploration. 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 Mae Jemison answer key, and an example of the final project to guide and inspire your students.