Look Beyond the Struggle to Celebrate Black Achievement

Culturally Responsive Teaching In addition to recognizing the civil rights movement, teachers can use Black History Month to call attention to the achievements of Black Americans in other areas.

How Should I Talk about Race in My Mostly White Classroom?

Race and racism are important topics to bring into your classroom. Because race is part of our public conversation and integrated into so many aspects of our world, young people want to and should be part of that conversation, no matter their race.

Black History Month: Teaching the Complete History

In 2019, LFJ (then Teaching Tolerance) rolled out a series of articles challenging teachers to go beyond overused and whitewashed historical narratives when observing Black History Month. In 2020, we expanded that call by recommending that teachers widen their exploration of Black lives while also providing historical context so students will make meaningful connections to current issues.

Black History Month Teaching: Miseducation or Empowerment?

This high school English teacher encourages educators to focus on African Americans' contributions to the United States, with the Harlem Renaissance as a way to begin.

Resources for Teaching About Racism, Anti-racism, and Human Rights

The following articles have been selected from our three main journals for K-12 teachers: Social Education, Middle Level Learning, and Social Studies and the Young Learner. These articles are grouped by topic for easy reference. Also included are recent current event responses that address racism and call for human rights education.

Stories of Black Brilliance - Kids.pdf

Stories of Black Brilliance - Teens.pdf

Stories of Black Brilliance - Adults.pdf

Glimpses from "And Still We Rise"

Join The Wright in virtual presentations and discussions throughout the year as we share parts of our well-known core exhibit, And Still We Rise. We will feature objects and topics on display in the core exhibit. September 1st: The Story of Nurse Susie King Taylor September 15th: The Activism of Frances E.

Rethinking Monuments | Detroit Institute of Arts Museum

What stories do monuments help us remember? What histories do they ask us to forget? The nineteen sculptures in this exhibit-made between 1850 and 2000-show different approaches American artists used to confront the past, shape the present, and hope for a brighter future. A bronze portrait transforms an American businessman into a Roman emperor.

Prioritize Black Mental Health and Self-care

Current events may be hard to grapple with as multiple historically Black colleges and universities faced bomb threats, Minneapolis police fatally shot Amir Locke, and many states and districts continue to ban teaching inclusive books and talking about race.

After John Lewis: 21 civil rights leaders who are shaping America

Systemic Racism John Lewis was the last-surviving speaker from the historic 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Image: REUTERS/Dustin Chambers Senior Writer, Formative Content Stay up to date: Systemic Racism Follow Patrisse Khan-Cullors helps lead the most prominent African American rights movement.

Celebrate Love and Kindness! - Inclusive Practices

The tradition started with the best intentions. It was the annual "Lollies for Life" Valentine's day fundraiser, a time to spread friendship, love, and admiration to middle school peers. It worked like this: If you loved someone, send them a red lollipop; if you were friends with someone, send a pink pop; and if you had a secret crush, send a white pop.

Culturally Responsive Teaching: Valentine's Day in the Classroom

In this ongoing series, we explore what culturally responsive teaching looks like at different grade levels and offer concrete examples and resources. In January, we explored goal setting with students to start off the new year. Today, educator Lindsay Barrett offers a culturally responsive approach to Valentine's Day in the classroom.