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Thursday, February 16, 2012
PERIOD 3 - THE CHILDREN'S MARCH
Today, you watched the documentary, The Children's March. Please post any thoughts you have about the film.
39 comments:
Veda Awasthi
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The Children's March was very incspiring because the children were able to stand up for their freedom and remained peaceful even when they faced violence and arrest. I thought it was interestign how the children stepped up to lead the march when all the adults did not want to. They were able to organize children from around the state to join. The violence that the police used to stop the peaceful demonstration was horrific because I can't imagine those events happening today and even then when freedom and equality is the basis of American principles.
I think that "The Children's March" was really interesting and inspirational. It was easier to relate to because those marching were our age, some were even younger. It also was very brave of the children to leave school and come together to get arrested. When the children all stood up at the church to volunteer to go to jail while the adults remained seating reflects the intensity and persecution the children faced. I'm sure the adults wanted to stand up also, but they had more to lose if they were sent to jail.
I agree with Juliette. I think it was inspirational that the children were able to become leaders in the movement and organize such a large march that was seen around nation.
I think that "The Children's March" was really sad. I found it really disturbing to see the black people beaten for having a different color skin. This film had a big impact on me because I had only read and seen pictures of this time period before. I think that the white people should have been more accepting of the blacks. Seeing this video made me wonder how I would have reacted if I was alive during that time. I also thought it was interesting to see the interviews with people who were present during that time.
I agree with Veda when she said the the violence used was horrific. Putting 900+ children in jail for any period of time for a peaceful march is bad enough, but violence against children is unforgiveable.
I agree with Veda about how brave the children were to march with the other black people. Standing up for what you believe in is hard and I agree that the kids were inspiring.
The film from of The Childrens March was incredibly inspirational and difficult to watch. The tactics used to put the demonstration down by the police were horribly violent and sickening. These were kids who were peacefully protesting; there was no reason to use such violence. To treat another human being the way the whites did in this video just because of race is terrible.
In response to Juliette, I agree that it was incredibly brave of the kids to leave school to go protest. The kids were warned that there would be police who would beat them and dogs that would bite them and yet there were still kids showing up from all over the state. I can't imagine the amount of courage that must have taken.
I thought the hardest part about the children’s march was trying to put myself in their shoes. I know for a fact I wouldn’t be able to volunteer myself to go to jail. With that being said, I look up to these kids because they are strong, determined, and know what they want. I think that the whole march was a brilliant idea and another example of how black people fight for what they want.
I agree with Ali when she says it was almost sickening to watch. I didn’t see the second day of the film, but I thought it was almost a second nature to the police to put kids in jail. They did it with no problem or any hesitation.
This film was inspiring. It showed how much perseverance people could put in to get what they want. Especially because these kids faced violence and arrest, they still toughed it out regardless of the circumstances. The violence and force the police demonstrated was unnecessary. I couldn't imagine events like this occurring today.
I agree with Veda. She explained how awful the police treated the children, and how uncalled for all of this was just to end a peaceful demonstration.
This film was inspiring. It showed how much perseverance people could put in to get what they want. Especially because these kids faced violence and arrest, they still toughed it out regardless of the circumstances. The violence and force the police demonstrated was unnecessary. I couldn't imagine events like this occurring today.
I agree with Veda. She explained how awful the police treated the children, and how uncalled for all of this was just to end a peaceful demonstration.
The "Childrens March" was just a inspirational movie to watch because having freedom is one of the most important things anyone can have. Even if you have to fight for it, its worth everything in the long run. I could definetly watch that same movie again and be just as interested as the first time. It's amazing to me that all these people can stand together as one and form an unbreakable bond of freedom that wont stop tell its there.
I agree with Ali that all measues taken to stopping the march were to violent and it was just disturbing to watch in the first place. It's good to know that it all works out in the end.
The Children's March was a very inspirational story. I couldn't believe all of the children that stood up for what they believed in. They volunteered themselves to go to jail without hesitation. Even when the firemen brought out the firehouse and dogs the African American children still stayed strong. It makes me very distraught to see how ignorant some white Americans were. Even after the jail houses were full with children, White Americans still couldn't see why that is an issue.
I agree with Veda I think the children's march was very inspiring. That moment in history is one that will never be forgotten. The pictures that portray the event make me tear up even to this day.
The "Children's March" was a documentary that I can put myself in the shoes of the marchers because I am roughly the same or even older. Being close in age to the marchers makes it easier to relate because I've been the age of kids. Whereas relating to the adult's is harder because I haven't been that age yet.
I thought that it was an interesting tactic of the organizers of the childrens march, to use children instead of adults. It was a risky decision because the organizers could not guarantee the child would be unharmed. However, it was also a good idea they used the children because it was bold and got their point across.
After watching The Childrens March, I finally realized the impact that people, especially children, can have on society. The children were brave and fearless, qualities that if I was put into their situation I would not have been able to accomplish. I found it remarkable how they all stood together and once they were out of jail, they ended up getting thrown back in.
In response to taylors comment, I completely agree that the hardest part of watching the film was being able to put ourselves in the childrens shoes. I would not have had as much enthusiasm, strength, and hope that all of the children had.
After watching the Children's March I was completely stunned at how much courage those children had. Even at a young age they understood how important it was to get equal rights, and they stood up when they're parents couldn't. It just goes to show that when a large group of people, especially children, get together and stand up for something wrong, it can make a huge impact on how people look at a situation. Although it's hard to relate to what they went through, I can understand how so many of the children got together to stand up for their rights.
While watching this film I had a sick feeling in my stomach. I felt so sorry for the blacks and what they had to go through during this difficult time. I could not even imagine going through everything they went through, and to be honest I probably could not have handled it as well as they did. They stuck with their beliefs and goals until the very end and I respect every single one of them for that. The part that got me the most was when they were being sprayed by the hoses because it was clearly very powerful and painful, yet they never gave up. This movie was truly inspirational.
After watching the Children's March I was completely stunned at how much courage those children had. Even at a young age they understood how important it was to get equal rights, and they stood up when they're parents couldn't. It just goes to show that when a large group of people, especially children, get together and stand up for something wrong, it can make a huge impact on how people look at a situation. Although it's hard to relate to what they went through, I can understand how so many of the children got together to stand up for their rights.
I find it great how the youth of America can stand up and make a statement for itself and its race. It was inspirational to watch the children of the 1960s be so passionate about something, and be willing to go to prison for it.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and also how they did it. They would not fight back no matter what was done to them and happily went to jail. The way the police went about controlling the children was completely ridiculous and made them look very bad which made a huge statement about how they were treated unfairly.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and were willing to be arrested for what they believed in. The way the police controlled them made a very large statement as to how they were treated and showed the severity of the problem.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and were willing to be arrested for what they believed in. The way the police controlled them made a very large statement as to how they were treated and showed the severity of the problem.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and were willing to be arrested for what they believed in. The way the police controlled them made a very large statement as to how they were treated and showed the severity of the problem.
I think that it was pretty amazing to see all these young kids coming together, seeing something that they thought needed to be fixed, and working to make it better. I feel that a lot of younger geerations feel that they are powerless because they are so much younger.. they dont think that they have enough of a voice to change the future. It was nice and inspirational to see all these kids just wanted to make their lives better and their futures better not only for themselves but for their children and their grandchildren and other generations to come.
I also really agree with Kim's views. I also think it was pretty amazing to see these kids go through such an ordeal and still keep going to make things better.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and were willing to be arrested for what they believed in. The way the police controlled them made a very large statement as to how they were treated and showed the severity of the problem.
The Children's March was an inspirational film. I admire the children so much for their determination for equal rights. It is remarkable that the children are the ones who stepped up to the plate to help put an end to segregation and inquality. The bravery and courage they had helped them fight for their cause. I was so impressed by how eager they were to go to jail and risk their lives in hopes for a better future. It shows that you can accomplish anything you set your mind too, and these children are a reminder to us all to stand up for what we believe in. I agree with Ali, it was so sad to watch the violence towards these children, who were peacefully protesting. Violence was definitely not an appropriate way to deal with the protest. The children were so brave to be able to endure the violence and not retaliate the violence.
The Children's March was such an inspiring film to watch. The determination these children had to fight for equality is amazing. The children were so dedicated to the cause and they were the only ones who volunteered to go to jail and risk their lives in hopes of a better future. The children were able to stand up for what they believe in, and helped put an end to segregation. These children are a reminder to us all that you can accomplish anything you set your mind to, and to always stick up for what you believe in. I agree with Ali, the violence towards the children was very hard to watch. The children were peacefully protesting, and violence was not the appropriate response to the protests. I was amazed that the children maintained a positive attitude, and were strong enough not to retaliate.
I thought that the video of the Children's march was very inspiring. it is great to see an example of citizens of the the US making a change for the better. I found it disturbing, the ignorance, hatred, and violence portrayed by the white people. I think that it is horrifying to think that something like that could happen in the United States. I think that it is very brave and noble for the children to have volunteered themselves when their parents were too afraid themselves to stand up for their rights. I agree with Taylor when she said that it would be hard to out myself in the shoes of the people marching, because I don't think that i could be brave enough to face violence and arrest.
I agree with what Jodie said about how she realized how large of an impact kids can have on society. Since we are young we don't think that we have much say but when it comes down to it, the adults care about us and will realize something is wrong when us as children stand up.
Watching the children's march was inspiring. To see all of those kids, knowin that they would go to jail, still march and even have a little bit of fun while doing it. They understood that the whole deal was bigger than them, that they were just a piece of a puzzle. One thing that took me back was the brutality
39 comments:
The Children's March was very incspiring because the children were able to stand up for their freedom and remained peaceful even when they faced violence and arrest. I thought it was interestign how the children stepped up to lead the march when all the adults did not want to. They were able to organize children from around the state to join. The violence that the police used to stop the peaceful demonstration was horrific because I can't imagine those events happening today and even then when freedom and equality is the basis of American principles.
I think that "The Children's March" was really interesting and inspirational. It was easier to relate to because those marching were our age, some were even younger. It also was very brave of the children to leave school and come together to get arrested. When the children all stood up at the church to volunteer to go to jail while the adults remained seating reflects the intensity and persecution the children faced. I'm sure the adults wanted to stand up also, but they had more to lose if they were sent to jail.
I agree with Juliette. I think it was inspirational that the children were able to become leaders in the movement and organize such a large march that was seen around nation.
I think that "The Children's March" was really sad. I found it really disturbing to see the black people beaten for having a different color skin. This film had a big impact on me because I had only read and seen pictures of this time period before. I think that the white people should have been more accepting of the blacks. Seeing this video made me wonder how I would have reacted if I was alive during that time. I also thought it was interesting to see the interviews with people who were present during that time.
I agree with Veda when she said the the violence used was horrific. Putting 900+ children in jail for any period of time for a peaceful march is bad enough, but violence against children is unforgiveable.
I agree with Veda about how brave the children were to march with the other black people. Standing up for what you believe in is hard and I agree that the kids were inspiring.
I was absent for this.
The film from of The Childrens March was incredibly inspirational and difficult to watch. The tactics used to put the demonstration down by the police were horribly violent and sickening. These were kids who were peacefully protesting; there was no reason to use such violence. To treat another human being the way the whites did in this video just because of race is terrible.
In response to Juliette, I agree that it was incredibly brave of the kids to leave school to go protest. The kids were warned that there would be police who would beat them and dogs that would bite them and yet there were still kids showing up from all over the state. I can't imagine the amount of courage that must have taken.
I thought the hardest part about the children’s march was trying to put myself in their shoes. I know for a fact I wouldn’t be able to volunteer myself to go to jail. With that being said, I look up to these kids because they are strong, determined, and know what they want. I think that the whole march was a brilliant idea and another example of how black people fight for what they want.
I agree with Ali when she says it was almost sickening to watch. I didn’t see the second day of the film, but I thought it was almost a second nature to the police to put kids in jail. They did it with no problem or any hesitation.
This film was inspiring. It showed how much perseverance people could put in to get what they want. Especially because these kids faced violence and arrest, they still toughed it out regardless of the circumstances. The violence and force the police demonstrated was unnecessary. I couldn't imagine events like this occurring today.
I agree with Veda. She explained how awful the police treated the children, and how uncalled for all of this was just to end a peaceful demonstration.
This film was inspiring. It showed how much perseverance people could put in to get what they want. Especially because these kids faced violence and arrest, they still toughed it out regardless of the circumstances. The violence and force the police demonstrated was unnecessary. I couldn't imagine events like this occurring today.
I agree with Veda. She explained how awful the police treated the children, and how uncalled for all of this was just to end a peaceful demonstration.
The "Childrens March" was just a inspirational movie to watch because having freedom is one of the most important things anyone can have. Even if you have to fight for it, its worth everything in the long run. I could definetly watch that same movie again and be just as interested as the first time. It's amazing to me that all these people can stand together as one and form an unbreakable bond of freedom that wont stop tell its there.
I agree with Ali that all measues taken to stopping the march were to violent and it was just disturbing to watch in the first place. It's good to know that it all works out in the end.
The Children's March was a very inspirational story. I couldn't believe all of the children that stood up for what they believed in. They volunteered themselves to go to jail without hesitation. Even when the firemen brought out the firehouse and dogs the African American children still stayed strong. It makes me very distraught to see how ignorant some white Americans were. Even after the jail houses were full with children, White Americans still couldn't see why that is an issue.
I agree with Veda I think the children's march was very inspiring. That moment in history is one that will never be forgotten. The pictures that portray the event make me tear up even to this day.
The "Children's March" was a documentary that I can put myself in the shoes of the marchers because I am roughly the same or even older. Being close in age to the marchers makes it easier to relate because I've been the age of kids. Whereas relating to the adult's is harder because I haven't been that age yet.
I thought that it was an interesting tactic of the organizers of the childrens march, to use children instead of adults. It was a risky decision because the organizers could not guarantee the child would be unharmed. However, it was also a good idea they used the children because it was bold and got their point across.
After watching The Childrens March, I finally realized the impact that people, especially children, can have on society. The children were brave and fearless, qualities that if I was put into their situation I would not have been able to accomplish. I found it remarkable how they all stood together and once they were out of jail, they ended up getting thrown back in.
In response to taylors comment, I completely agree that the hardest part of watching the film was being able to put ourselves in the childrens shoes. I would not have had as much enthusiasm, strength, and hope that all of the children had.
I agree with Veda. She related the event to principles in American society today which was interesting to me. I'm glad she pointed it out.
After watching the Children's March I was completely stunned at how much courage those children had. Even at a young age they understood how important it was to get equal rights, and they stood up when they're parents couldn't. It just goes to show that when a large group of people, especially children, get together and stand up for something wrong, it can make a huge impact on how people look at a situation. Although it's hard to relate to what they went through, I can understand how so many of the children got together to stand up for their rights.
While watching this film I had a sick feeling in my stomach. I felt so sorry for the blacks and what they had to go through during this difficult time. I could not even imagine going through everything they went through, and to be honest I probably could not have handled it as well as they did. They stuck with their beliefs and goals until the very end and I respect every single one of them for that. The part that got me the most was when they were being sprayed by the hoses because it was clearly very powerful and painful, yet they never gave up. This movie was truly inspirational.
After watching the Children's March I was completely stunned at how much courage those children had. Even at a young age they understood how important it was to get equal rights, and they stood up when they're parents couldn't. It just goes to show that when a large group of people, especially children, get together and stand up for something wrong, it can make a huge impact on how people look at a situation. Although it's hard to relate to what they went through, I can understand how so many of the children got together to stand up for their rights.
I find it great how the youth of America can stand up and make a statement for itself and its race. It was inspirational to watch the children of the 1960s be so passionate about something, and be willing to go to prison for it.
I agree with Michael in saying the if it is worth having it is worth fighting for. It is Definitely inspiring.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and also how they did it. They would not fight back no matter what was done to them and happily went to jail. The way the police went about controlling the children was completely ridiculous and made them look very bad which made a huge statement about how they were treated unfairly.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and were willing to be arrested for what they believed in. The way the police controlled them made a very large statement as to how they were treated and showed the severity of the problem.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and were willing to be arrested for what they believed in. The way the police controlled them made a very large statement as to how they were treated and showed the severity of the problem.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and were willing to be arrested for what they believed in. The way the police controlled them made a very large statement as to how they were treated and showed the severity of the problem.
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I think that it was pretty amazing to see all these young kids coming together, seeing something that they thought needed to be fixed, and working to make it better. I feel that a lot of younger geerations feel that they are powerless because they are so much younger.. they dont think that they have enough of a voice to change the future. It was nice and inspirational to see all these kids just wanted to make their lives better and their futures better not only for themselves but for their children and their grandchildren and other generations to come.
I also really agree with Kim's views. I also think it was pretty amazing to see these kids go through such an ordeal and still keep going to make things better.
After watching the Children's March I am amazed at how many children stood up for what they believed in and were willing to be arrested for what they believed in. The way the police controlled them made a very large statement as to how they were treated and showed the severity of the problem.
The Children's March was an inspirational film. I admire the children so much for their determination for equal rights. It is remarkable that the children are the ones who stepped up to the plate to help put an end to segregation and inquality. The bravery and courage they had helped them fight for their cause. I was so impressed by how eager they were to go to jail and risk their lives in hopes for a better future. It shows that you can accomplish anything you set your mind too, and these children are a reminder to us all to stand up for what we believe in.
I agree with Ali, it was so sad to watch the violence towards these children, who were peacefully protesting. Violence was definitely not an appropriate way to deal with the protest. The children were so brave to be able to endure the violence and not retaliate the violence.
The Children's March was such an inspiring film to watch. The determination these children had to fight for equality is amazing. The children were so dedicated to the cause and they were the only ones who volunteered to go to jail and risk their lives in hopes of a better future. The children were able to stand up for what they believe in, and helped put an end to segregation. These children are a reminder to us all that you can accomplish anything you set your mind to, and to always stick up for what you believe in.
I agree with Ali, the violence towards the children was very hard to watch. The children were peacefully protesting, and violence was not the appropriate response to the protests. I was amazed that the children maintained a positive attitude, and were strong enough not to retaliate.
I thought that the video of the Children's march was very inspiring. it is great to see an example of citizens of the the US making a change for the better. I found it disturbing, the ignorance, hatred, and violence portrayed by the white people. I think that it is horrifying to think that something like that could happen in the United States. I think that it is very brave and noble for the children to have volunteered themselves when their parents were too afraid themselves to stand up for their rights.
I agree with Taylor when she said that it would be hard to out myself in the shoes of the people marching, because I don't think that i could be brave enough to face violence and arrest.
I agree with what Jodie said about how she realized how large of an impact kids can have on society. Since we are young we don't think that we have much say but when it comes down to it, the adults care about us and will realize something is wrong when us as children stand up.
Watching the children's march was inspiring. To see all of those kids, knowin that they would go to jail, still march and even have a little bit of fun while doing it. They understood that the whole deal was bigger than them, that they were just a piece of a puzzle. One thing that took me back was the brutality
** that was used by the white officers. It shocked me that the general public supported these actions.
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