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Stay Woke… A History

This zine aims to help readers understand the roots of the term by providing a historical overview.

Subject

Social Studies, English Language Arts

Grade

6 +

Price

$0.00

Lesson Overview

The word “woke” has come up in the news a lot these days. Stay Woke… A History” aims to help readers understand the roots of the term by providing a historical overview. By tracing the evolution of “woke”, the zine offers insights into how the word is used today, allowing readers to gain a clearer perspective on its significance in contemporary conversations. It serves as a valuable resource for those looking to grasp the multifaceted nature of the term and its role in today’s conversations. This is part of the collaborative 4-part zine series, #IYKYK. Download the PDF to see the full lesson.

Vocabulary

  • Folx
  • Woke
  • Antiracist
  • Ally
  • Co-opt
  • Appropriate
  • Weaponize

About Collaborator

Healing Equity United consults on creating antiracist and anti-oppressive organizational cultures, facilitates interactive workshops and trainings, and conducts diversity, equity, and inclusion audits. Learn more about their work at www.healingequityunited.com.

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