African American History
Recommended: Grades 4-12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Writing, Reading
Description: Celebrate African American history at the Muhammad Ali Center. Elementary and Middle students will share the dreams of notable African Americans. High school students will have the opportunity to explore the photography of Howard Bingham by understanding the story he tells. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Ali and Me (NEW!)
Recommended: Grades 4-12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Health, Practical Living
Description: Once Muhammad chose boxing as his career, he did what he thought would make him the “greatest of all time.” Students will research what it took for Muhammad to become a champion and reflect on how they can find the greatness within themselves and choose their road to success.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary, Middle and High School
The Ali Shuffle
Recommended: Grades 4-12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Spelling
Description: Ali is known for his graceful movements in the ring. Students will shuffle through the Center looking for the answers to clues to a crossword puzzle where they will learn about Muhammad’s life and legacy. Pre- and post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary | Middle and High School
Around the World with Muhammad Ali
Recommended: Grades 4-12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Geography, Writing
Description: Muhammad Ali has traveled all over the world. Students will share in his travels with a map activity, allowing them to see some of the states and countries he visited throughout his life. Maps and questions are provided. Pre- and post- visit
educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary School | Middle School | High School
A Brief March Through the Civil Rights Movement (NEW!)
Recommended: Grades 4-12
Core Content Areas Addressed: History, Social Studies, Reading, Writing
Description: The Civil Rights Movement was an important part of U.S. history and Muhammad Ali’s young adult life. This movement brought about changes that made our country a more humane place for all citizens to live. This program focuses on a few of the people, events, and social issues that arose during a tumultuous time in U.S. history.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary, Middle and High School
Can You Do the Math?
Recommended: Grades 4-5
Core Content Areas Addressed: Math, Reading, Writing
Description: Elementary students will hone their math skills by utilizing different aspects of Muhammad Ali’s life to answer a series of math challenges during their visit to the Ali Center. Pre-visit classroom work is required. Pre- and Post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary School
Champions Aren’t Made in Gyms
Recommended: Grades 4-12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Physical Education, Health, Practical Living, Reading, Writing
Description: Boxing is a physical activity that also requires mental strength and hard work to become a champion. Students will learn about the dedication it takes to become a champion, not just in a physical sport such as boxing, but in any activity that interests them. Pre- and Post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary School | Middle School | High School
Find Greatness Within Self-Portrait (Middle/High)
Experimenting With Line and Color (Elementary)
Recommended: Grades 4-12
Core Content Areas Addressed: Art
Description: LeRoy Neiman captured the movement and artistry of Muhammad Ali throughout his career. Students will learn from his art as their own work develops and comes alive at the Ali Center. Pre- and Post- visit educational suggestions are included.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary School | Middle and High School
Hope and Dream (NEW!)
Recommended: Grades 4-8
Core Content Areas Addressed: Reading, Writing, Art, Practical Living
Description: Part of the mission of the Muhammad Ali Center is for adults and children everywhere to find greatness within themselves. We encourage children to dream big and be inspired to reach their dreams. As they experience the Hope and Dream exhibit on the fourth floor of the Ali Center’s award-winning exhibits, we hope they are inspired by the hopes and dreams of children from 141 countries. This activity will allow students to take a small piece of this exhibit home with them as well as be able to express their own hopes and dreams.
Curriculum (PDF): Elementary and Middle School