Continuing the lesson of Hatshepsut, Thutmose III and Queen Tiye BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials. Also, check out the books and products used by the teachers for further learning. Reach out to...
In this lesson we will explore, discover, and discuss the essential vitamins and minerals found in the foods that we eat and how they support the optimal growth, development and overall health of our body systems. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: Research essential minerals...
In this lesson, you will meet the female Pharaoh Hatshepsut and see how she ruled, built Navys and Temples which stand today. You will also learn about her brother Thutmose III and his wife Tiye who ruled and expanded Kemet. You will also learn about the culture and...
In this lesson, we will explore and identify the message in the lyrics and images in today’s Black music while questioning the impact it has on the community. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials....
In this lesson, we will learn about Ahkenaten who was a Pharaoh in Kemet, and how he and his wife Nefertiti enhanced the look of Kemet through artwork and hanging gardens, and changing of the belief system. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: Please check the materials that go...
In this lesson, we will explore the life and mindset of the Great Ancestor Benjamin Banneker with an emphasis on finding success through being self-taught and a quick learner. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print...
During this lesson, we will discuss the importance of going to college and explore what educational conditions lead to the creation of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in America. We will discuss the culture of HBCUs and the ways that HBCU students and...
During this lesson, we will explore the rich history of our magnificent Black hair. We will discuss why our hair is magical, unique, innovative, political, and beautiful. Scholars will also explore how our hair is rooted in community and learn how to show love to our...
What is Melanin? Learn about the substance that makes us special. Learn how it affects not only humans but is now used in unusual places. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials. Also, check out the...
Learn about the King who after seven years and seven months, was able to enlarge a kingdom to become an Empire. Learn how he treated the Queen he conquered and the people he ruled with great power. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: Please check the materials that go with this...
Learn about the Real Lion King of Mali – Sundiata Compare the names and events to the movie “ The Lion King” Discuss the importance of knowing who you are, being where you should be to do what you were born to do. BEFORE YOU GET STARTED: Please check the...
Ask yourself what do I already know about George Washington Carver? What is it that I would like to learn about Dr. George Washington Carver? What have I learned about Dr. George Washington Carter that I didn’t already know. We will cover these important questions to...
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and it’s Black History Month so we’re celebrating LOVE through childhood memories and Black History! We will be continuing to read poems by Eloise Greenfield but this time through the eyes of a little girl....
Learn about Mansa Musa, King of Mali from 1324 – 1337, who is believed to be the wealthiest person who ever lived. Learn of the 9000 mile journey he took to Mecca with 6000 of his people. See the importance of being a good leader, managing your resources and...
This lesson will focus on self-awareness and students gaining experience making real-life connections with who they were, who they are, and who they will become in life. We will focus on the continuing movement of our Ancestors through our children and their awareness...
Using brief poems, I will share a nine-year-old boy’s views on his mother’s death, knowledge, friends, school, his father, and the future. In the lesson, we will also focus on music genres created by African American people such as RAP (rhythm and poetry...
What Do You Know About Africa? In this lesson, we will seek to find out what students know about Africa and fill in some known and unknown blanks about Africa. The class will discover Africa’s original name which is Alkebulan; information about the continent and how...
For the last week of Young Entrepreneurs, we end it with Cory Nieves aka Mr. Cory’s Cookies. You may have seen him on Ellen or featured in Oprah’s magazine. Mr. Cory makes sure his cookies are baked with the freshest ingredients with no artificial flavors. This week...
Get ready to meet the Barette Princess Gabrielle Goodwin. Learn how she started her business and developed a solution for all little girl’s hair clips. Learn how important it is to know your business and develop other products with your business. Learn the importance...
This week we learn about Moziah Bridges, the master designer behind fancy bow ties. We learn how his Grandmother taught him how to sew and the importance of the wisdom of our elders. Mo has bow ties for almost every occasion to ensure you dress the part. We learn how...
