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My heart-calling is "teacher," so I have a lot to say...with love, of course. Always, through a lens of LOVE!
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...
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...
Why do so many Black Americans Have a Fear of Dogs?
Apr 22, 2021
Trauma affects us in ways we don't even realize.
So many adults in my family are afraid of dogs. Like- deathly afraid. Only a few of my...
The Racist Roots of the American Police System
Apr 20, 2021
There is a long history of terror that Black Americans have experienced from police. Police Officers were never meant to serve or protect Black...
Women's HERstory Month: Josephine Baker
Mar 11, 2021
When I saw a film about her as a kid, I wanted to be just like her!
1.) The world's first Black Superstar 2.) She spoke French Fluently 3.)...
Women's HERstory Month: Henrietta Lacks
Mar 09, 2021
I'm kicking Women's history month off with a woman who we SHOULD ALL be grateful for- Henrietta Lacks!
Henrietta Lacks' cells were stolen...
How to Teach Black History Beyond February
Mar 02, 2021
Thanks for spending this month with me. On our final day of what is officially Black History Month, I want to share with you my special way of...
Make learning Black History a S.M.A.R.T. Goal
Mar 01, 2021
Make Learning Black History beyond February a S.M.A.R.T goal. Make a plan. Hold yourself accountable.
The thing is, it's easy to allow ourselves...
Black Realstory Series: Genelle Guzman-McMillan
Feb 28, 2021
It's time to say her name.
Genelle Guzman-McMillan
Genelle Guzman-McMillan was the last survivor found during the 9/11 attacks.
...
Part 2- Black History Makers- Then and Now
Feb 28, 2021
Who paved the way for you? (Part 2)
I've always taken issue with the "Who's the Greatest of all time" debates.
How dare we say that...
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