28 Essential Black History Books Educators Need to Read

28 Essential Black History Books Educators Need to Read

In collaboration with the Center for Black Educator Development, Ed Post offers a list of 28 essential black history books educators need to read.

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Hey Shawnta! How Can I Get My Children to Read More?

There never seems to be enough time after school. And when you think of trying to get your children to read more, it seems like a difficult task. We can do hard things, but we must have a plan.

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Schoolhouse Rock! Is Much More Than an Earworm for a Generation

Schoolhouse Rock! Is Much More Than an Earworm for a Generation

Media can be used to teach our young people so much — both inside and outside the classroom. At a time when media is often underfunded, under attack and lacking public trust, it would do us all good to remember this.

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We Can’t Let Racists Co-opt School Choice

The only choice movement that will last is one that can balance the needs and differences of families and students and offer affirming solutions for all.

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EXPLAINED: Why the ‘Science of Reading’ is Vital in Classrooms

Developments over the last decade have shown us the importance of state investment in reading instruction. What is the “science of reading” and how can it help kids struggling to read?

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How the media covers education (ft. Chris Stewart)

We sit down with the man who gave BTBEP its start, Chris Stewart, CEO of brightbeam. Today we will be talking all things media and education.

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Well-Behaved Children Seldom Make Misery: A Case for SEL

Helping kids learn how to deal with big emotions and how to “play well with others” aren’t just quaint ideas. These interventions are becoming critical.

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Students Eyeing Lawsuit against DeSantis for Banning AP African American Studies

The lawsuit would be a response to DeSantis’ recent rejection of a pilot AP African American Studies course.

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Don’t Hate the Achievement Test, Hate the System

There is growing evidence that relying on achievement data alone is not an equitable practice because it excludes too many students from enrichment.

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