Overview

In this lesson, students will explore how music has been used as a tool for social change by learning about apartheid in South Africa and the song “Sun City” by Steven Van Zandt and Artists United Against Apartheid. Students will learn about the conditions of Apartheid South Africa through informational slides and media clips. Then, they will learn about strategies used to stop injustices and understand the role that “Sun City” played. Finally, students will identify a social issue they care about and create either an activism poster or graphic novel to inspire others to take action and solve the problem.