At a time when almost a third of US States have restricted or limited the teaching of Black History and African American Studies, this book provides a crucial guide for parents and educators alike.
A sustainable curiosity and enthusiasm for lifelong learning can be easily inspired through simple, practical exercises which connect math and science to real-world issues your children confront in their everyday lives. By integrating these lessons with interdisciplinary learning from fictional literature, non-fictional biographies, even movies and games, children are guided toward a deeper understanding of mathematic and scientific concepts - and develop a strong sense of fairness and justice, preparing them to question and challenge the world around them.
CONTENTS:
Introduction: Teaching African American Studies and Black History Legally
Why Learn African American Studies and Black History?
Lessons from Math: Problem Solving Real World Problems
Problem Solving
Teaching At Home: Observing the Real World
The Most Important Lesson
Lessons from Science: Experimentation, Control and Tolerance
What If? Could it be? ...How Things Work
Teaching Science At Home Without School Support
Teaching At Home: Fantasy
Teaching At Home: Biographies
The Most Important Lesson
The Future Role of the Educator
