Baptist History Lessons for Teachers
Welcome to our Baptist History Lessons for Teachers page! Here you’ll find living history lessons, videos, and downloadable PDFs to help students explore courage, conscience, and the early struggle for religious freedom. Bookmark this page — new lessons will be added regularly.
William Webber: Faith Under Fire
Discover the story of William Webber, a Baptist student who stood for faith in the face of opposition. This living history lesson brings his courage and conscience to life for students in grades 1–12, with activities that connect history to meaningful classroom discussions.
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Obadiah Holmes: Courage Under the Whip
Step back into 1651 Massachusetts and explore the story of Obadiah Holmes, a Baptist minister publicly whipped for his faith. Told in an immersive living history style, this lesson brings courage and conscience to life for students in grades 1–12.
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Charles Journeycake: A Light for His People
Step into the 1800s and discover the story of Charles Journeycake, chief of the Delaware and a Baptist preacher who lifted his voice for both his people and for Christ. Told in an immersive living history style, this lesson helps students in grades 1–12 explore faith, perseverance, and the trials faced by Native Christians during the era of Indian removal.
Note: This lesson also includes a writing component with age-appropriate activities for grades 1–12.
Go to Charles Journeycake Lesson Page
Isaac McCoy: A Voice in the Wilderness
Step into the 1800s and follow Baptist missionary Isaac McCoy as he braved forests, rivers, and loss to share the gospel with Native American tribes. His story challenges students in grades 1–12 to consider courage, calling, and the cost of faith.
Note: This lesson also includes a writing component with age-appropriate activities for grades 1–12.
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