Description

Have your students create a collaborative poster and learn about Thurgood Marshall in a fun, fresh, and engaging way! Through this activity, students will explore Marshall’s tremendous contributions to civil rights, law, and social justice as the first Black Supreme Court Justice. 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, civics lesson, or modern American history unit. Students will connect Marshall’s life and legacy to broader themes of equality, legal reform, and perseverance.

Students will begin by researching Thurgood Marshall and gathering information about his background, accomplishments, and impact on civil rights. 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 Thurgood Marshall answer key, and an example of the final project to guide and inspire your students.