Personal Narrative: Maxine Jimenez

Positives

• This video can inspire students to take action in positive ways with tangible results.
• The speaker is a positive role model for students.
  

Additional Prerequisites

• The video is available for public viewing, but teachers must create a free account to access the other materials. 
  

Differentiation

• English language classes could use this resource as an example of public speaking and for writing personal narratives.
• Civics classes could use this resource to stimulate a discussion about the role of young people in society and government decisions. 
• Social studies classes could use this video when discussing equal rights, women's rights, environmental justice, ageism, and the societal costs of climate change.
• Similar resources include this lesson plan and this activity.