March 31 marks César Chávez Day, April 10 honors Dolores Huerta Day, and May is Labor History Month—a time to recognize the impact of labor activists who fought for workers’ rights.
Explore these free PreK-12 lesson plans and resources to teach students about Chávez, Huerta, and their pivotal role in co-founding the United Farm Workers union. Learn about their use of nonviolent protests to advocate for laborers, and discover other influential activists like Lucas Benitez and Librada Paz.
You’ll also find related lessons on social justice, Martin Luther King Jr., and Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, helping students connect past movements to today’s fight for equity and workers' rights.
