Dolores Huerta Day Lesson Plans
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About Our Lesson Plans
The Dolores Huerta Foundation has partnered with Latina Futures 2050 Lab at the UCLA Chicano Studies Research Center and the Dolores Huerta Research Center for the Americas at UC Santa Cruz to create comprehensive educational resources for students of all ages.
Available Resources:
- K-8 lesson plans
- High school lesson plans
Our comprehensive educational materials help educators introduce students to civil rights activist Dolores Huerta and her 60+ years of social justice leadership. Each package includes:
- Teacher’s guide with step-by-step instructions
- Age-appropriate lesson plans (K-8 or high school)
- Activities focused on identifying and solving community problems
- Dolores Huerta’s inspiring story as your guiding example
Standards Alignment
K-8 Lesson Plans: Aligned with California State Standards
High School Lesson Plans: Aligned with California State Standards and the Ethnic Studies Model Curriculum
Important: Please review the Instructor’s Guide before teaching any lesson plans. This ensures you have all the context and preparation needed for successful implementation.
Our Mission
Dolores Huerta believes that young people must recognize their own power to create change. When students understand that their voices matter—especially when joined with others—they can drive real social change and influence policy.
These lesson plans are designed to inspire action and community engagement. We want every student to feel empowered to make a difference in their community and beyond.
Questions or Feedback?
We’d love to hear from you! Contact us at educate@doloreshuerta.org
Ready to get started? Explore the lesson plans below and help the next generation discover their power to create positive change.