Lesson Plan: Chattel Slavery in Belize

Grade Level: Primary 6 (10-11 years old)

Subject: Social Studies/History

Duration: 60 minutes

Learning Objectives: 1. Understand the concept of chattel slavery and its impact on Belize. 2. Identify key events and individuals related to chattel slavery in Belize. 3. Develop empathy and respect for the experiences of enslaved people. 4. Analyze primary and secondary sources to gain historical insights.

Materials: - Whiteboard or flipchart - Markers - Projector or smartboard - Computer or tablet with internet access - Video resources: - “Slavery in Belize” (https://youtu.be/123456) - “Life as an Enslaved Person in Belize” (https://youtu.be/789012) - Worksheet resources: - “Chattel Slavery in Belize Worksheet” (link to worksheet)

Introduction (5 minutes): 1. Greet the students and briefly explain the topic of the lesson: chattel slavery in Belize. 2. Ask the students if they have heard about slavery before and what they know about it. 3. Share the learning objectives for the lesson.

Lesson Outline: 1. Background Information (10 minutes): a. Provide a brief overview of chattel slavery, explaining that it was a system where people were treated as property and bought and sold like objects. b. Discuss the historical context of chattel slavery in Belize, including its connection to European colonization and the transatlantic slave trade. c. Show the video “Slavery in Belize” to provide visual context and engage students in the topic.

1. Key Events and Individuals (15 minutes): a. Introduce important events and individuals related to chattel slavery in Belize, such as the arrival of the British, the establishment of plantations, and the resistance of enslaved people. b. Use a timeline on the whiteboard or projector to visually represent these events. c. Show the video “Life as an Enslaved Person in Belize” to provide personal stories and perspectives.

2. Questioning and Discussion (15 minutes): a. Engage students in a discussion by asking questions such as:
   • How do you think enslaved people felt during this time?
   • What challenges do you think they faced?
   • How do you think their lives were different from ours today? b. Encourage students to share their thoughts and opinions, while also guiding them towards historical facts and empathy.

3. Assessment (10 minutes): a. Distribute the “Chattel Slavery in Belize Worksheet” to each student. b. Instruct students to complete the worksheet independently, using the information discussed in class and the video resources. c. Walk around the classroom to provide assistance and answer any questions.

4. Differentiation (5 minutes): a. For students who need additional support, provide simplified versions of the worksheet or pair them with a peer who can assist them. b. For advanced students, encourage them to conduct further research on a specific aspect of chattel slavery in Belize and present their findings to the class.

Plenary (5 minutes): 1. Review the main points discussed during the lesson. 2. Ask students to share one thing they learned or found interesting about chattel slavery in Belize. 3. Emphasize the importance of understanding history to build empathy and respect for all individuals.

Note: The video links provided are placeholders. Please replace them with appropriate and relevant resources before using this lesson plan.