Description

Overview
The Ethnic Studies Pathway Bundle offers a complete developmental progression for teaching identity, agency, and belonging across elementary through high school. Designed for educators building Ethnic Studies integration at multiple grade levels, this collection empowers students to explore who they are, express what matters, and connect their learning to community and action.

Rooted in WAESN’s Ethnic Studies Framework, the units in this bundle center the themes of Identity & Agency, Power & Oppression, and Action & Reflection—helping students grow from self-understanding to social awareness and advocacy. Each unit builds essential skills in reading, writing, analysis, and creative communication, while fostering empathy and cultural pride.

This bundle includes:

• No Me Without Community (Grades 3–5): Exploring identity, family, and community connections

• Lyrics and Liberation (Grades 5–8): Using music as a lens for storytelling and social change

• Informational Reading & Writing Unit (Grades 8–12): Developing critical literacy through activism, research, and creative expression

Educators will love this bundle because it:

• Creates a consistent Ethnic Studies learning pathway across grade levels

• Integrates SEL, literacy, and cultural reflection into academic standards

• Supports teachers in building inclusive, identity-affirming classrooms

• Includes adaptable lesson plans, reflection tools, and assessments

Format & Duration

• Three full curriculum units, each 2–6 weeks long

• Designed for Grades 3–12 (flexible integration across subjects)

• Includes both print-ready and digital materials

What’s Included

• Complete lesson plans and teaching slides for each unit

• Printable handouts, rubrics, and project templates

• Reflection activities and creative project guides

• Standards alignment and framework connections

Developed by the WAESN Curriculum Team with support from College Spark Washington, this bundle gives educators the tools to help students understand themselves, their communities, and their power to make change—forming the foundation of an Ethnic Studies pathway that grows with them.