Jupiter Hammon was the first African American poet to have his poems printed in America. Born in 1711 in New York, he was enslaved his whole life. But he learned to read and write, which was rare. He wrote poems and spoke about God, learning, and freedom. His poems and talks helped inspire others. He died around 1806.
New Jersey Student Learning Standards:
- 6.1.2.CivicsPI.4: Explain how all people, not just official leaders, play important roles in a community.
- 6.1.2.HistoryCC.3: Make inferences about how past events, individuals, and innovations affect our current lives.
Curriculum
- 3 Sections
- 3 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
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- Stage 11
- Stage 21
- Stage 31
