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Let's talk about Tulsa
May 30, 2021
Do you know about "What happened in Tulsa?"
I wish I could tell you that I grew up knowing about Black Wall Street, but I did not. In fact, I have
...Why you shouldn't say "Happy Memorial Day"
May 29, 2021
Every year, some Americans confuse "Memorial Day" with Veterans Day or Labor Day.
But... Memorial Day is a bit different.
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One year after George Floyd's Murder- A Conscious Check-in
May 25, 2021
George Floyd was murdered one year ago today on May 25th, 2020.
It's one of those moments when many of us know what we were doing when we saw th
...My Mom didn't allow use of the word "Hate" in her house
May 17, 2021
My Mom didn't allow use of the word "Hate" in her house.
My mom has always been "big on words."
She is a "say what you mean and mean what you say" t...
Black Children Need Advocates
May 14, 2021
Let's remember that Diversity and Inclusion learning is for the purpose of creating true equality and improving the lives of Black people and people
...What are Sundown Towns?
May 12, 2021
*** As a Black Woman (an even child and teen), I have always known that there are certain places that are not safe for me. Certain gas stations I'd be...
Do Black Americans Need Another Green Book
May 10, 2021
** Do we need a NEW Green Book in 2021?**
Three days ago, when I arrived to the US, something happened in the airport. I had just gone throu
...The Origins of Mother's Day
May 09, 2021
Some say that the actual origins of Mother's Day are sad, but I disagree.
Anna Jarvis was a woman who really just wanted to honor her mom. Then,
...Inclusive Books for "Mother's Day"
May 07, 2021
The world is filled with untraditional families.
Even if you believe that all of your students are currently experiencing a "traditional" ty
...How to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in a Respectful Manner
May 04, 2021
Tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo.
Are you ready to celebrate respectfully?
Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration that takes place every May 5th.
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