Posts tagged English and Language Arts

Recommended Reading for Black History Month

Black history is American history and is relevant to all students in the United States. Go beyond the textbook and find ways to teach students about the rich histories of Black Americans – not only their struggles, but also their great contributions and achievements. How will you bring this history into your classroom during February and all year round?

EducationNikki BambauerFebruary 10, 2022Education, English and Language Arts, equity, ethnic studies, history, racial justice

Literary Blackface: The Case for Diverse Authors in the Classroom

To celebrate Black History Month, Barnes and Noble, in partnership with Penguin Random House (PRH), announced their plan to reissue copies of classic novels with covers featuring people of color. The “Diverse Editions“ campaign was met with criticism and skepticism, with some critics calling it “literary blackface”.

News, EducationNina GrotchFebruary 26, 2020English and Language Arts, curriculum, Black History, representation, intersectionality, literature