Teaching Black History through Math and Science

A Resource for Parents and Educators

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