Leaders Matching

This matching and reflection worksheet supports students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 as they build historical understanding, reading comprehension, and critical thinking through the study of key Civil Rights leaders. By matching figures such as Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, John Lewis, and Thurgood Marshall to descriptions of their achievements, students strengthen recall, recognize individual contributions, and analyze how leadership influenced social change.

Learning Goals

• Civil Rights History (Grades 4-6) – Identify major leaders of the Civil Rights Movement and understand their roles and achievements.
• Reading for Key Details – Match concise descriptions to the correct historical figures using evidence from the text.
• Civic Leadership & Impact – Analyze how different leadership styles contributed to progress and reform.
• Reflective Thinking – Explain which leader had the greatest impact and why, using clear reasoning.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with upper elementary social studies and ELA standards.
• Clear Matching Format – Supports accurate identification while encouraging close reading and attention to detail.
• Bonus Writing Prompt Included – Extends learning through short, reflective writing.
• Flexible Use – Ideal for independent practice, small groups, review lessons, or formative assessment.

This printable worksheet helps students strengthen historical knowledge, comprehension, and reflective writing by connecting Civil Rights leaders to their lasting impact. By recognizing individual contributions and evaluating influence, learners gain a deeper understanding of leadership and social change. It’s a simple, no-prep resource that works well in both classroom instruction and homeschool learning.

This worksheet is part of our Civil Rights Movement collection.