Agreed, Black people's history is not just Slavery but these people are also misrepresenting Slavery. They were more attacks against Black people under the FREE SYSTEM than under Slavery.
Thank you for sharing this! Even though I homeschooled my kids until 6th grade, I still feel like I want to make sure I bring in great resources for all of us as a family to educate ourselves with.
For others, not the OP really: I’m only a sub for TK-12 but I played Kolton Harris’ video Black Joy and a video about music history titled “Music History is Black History” every time I’ve subbed in Feb (4th and 5th lately) because I’ve always been uncomfortable with every book and movie being about slavery during this month in my experience and how little schools discuss modern issues but more importantly because of videos like this. I’m not doing a lot, I know, and I can only work on my biases and racism and micro-aggressions since I’m only subbing here and there and not long-term (so I have limited influence), I’ve still been trying my best for the past few years. So even if we only play a small part in a kids life, we can still try our best and follow the advice of this amazing educator. 💗
I cannot thank you enough for this. I’m homeschooling for the first time & definitely didn’t want to skip Black History month but was unsure what approach I should take & how best to make the most of the opportunity. I have tears in my eyes.... You are awesome. We ARE 99% alike❤️
Love this! Thank you! We are a homeschooling family and I was searching for the direction I wanted to go. This was helpful. I just finished traumatizing, I mean teaching, my kids about WWII and the Holocaust and really wanted a more happy history month after all we learned. Teaching my children resilience and courage is important and so we watched documentaries and movies that also showed how ordinary people overcame and risked their lives to help others. I will do the same when we talk about slavery. I’m excited to learn with my kids. We have so much more room to explore things that aren’t discussed in most classrooms.
Thank you for making this incredibly helpful video. I never thought about how a parent of a Black child would feel anxious as schools begin Black History Month. I also love the reminder to not begin with slavery. I continue to learn from you!
Thank you so much for sharing this advice! I really appreciate hearing your perspective as a parent and teacher about the do's and don'ts, and some of the resources you're using in your classroom.
I could not agree with you more. I am an occasional teacher and every black history month, I teach in a number of classrooms and the books are aways focused on the oppression of black people-segregation, slavery,etc. Reading these stories leave a dark cloud when there is no balance. If I feel his way imagine how the few black students feel. Our history includes so much more than slavery or the civil rights movement. I always conclude each reading with triumph and resilience as you mentioned. This video is consistent with my thinking. Thank you:)
The 3 R’s are something serious!!! That advice is priceless. I’ve never heard anyone else say that, but it makes so much sense. Thank you!!! I look forward to your next video on this topic. Little known fact: I am from the county that Nat Turner lead his revolt. Just a month ago they finally renamed a road that was called Blackhead Post road to serve as a reminder that on that road is where they put his head on a post to scar other blacks not to try and do what he did. Some of the off springs of the people he killed are still there and for years they held in their personal collection the weapon he used as well as his Bible. I think they ended up donating it to the county, but they are still in control of it.
Thank you. As a white woman teaching Social Studies I do my best to show my students are all valuable- regardless of skin color. Revolt, Resilience, Resistance is my new frame for my work. Thank you!
Yes. This is how I do it. We watch videos, and do biographies on strong, influential black people throughout history in and outside of America. We know about slavery and such but we focus our energy on learning about to glorious, joyous parts of history.
Thank you!!! This was posted on our Mom's group. And thank you for the direction and to help us navigate our way to telling the story as one of empowerment.
Thank you for this! I have been teaching Black History topics for 25 years but have made some mistakes. I have been reading lots in the last year and have learned so much. THANK YOU! God Bless!
You're amazing! We've all learned and have seen the wonderful strides taken by our black communities and we stand in awe of the strength, joy and resilience they have! We all can learn from the black example and all of the blessings that black people are. Slavery and white supremacy are not the go to, core lessons, they are important but secondary. Thank you!
I know its late bit i just have to say THANK YOU!! I am a mother of mixed children and as a person who grew up listening to americas history as its taught out off a 'SYLLABUS', I just want to say especially thank you, for giving us a way to look at all of our history, different, and preparing my children to be the most amazing, beautiful Human beings that could ever set foot on this Earth, of course there my children so I think that, but we have tried to find a solid ground to teach them what their history really is, without having to get into books or chapters because that's where things get construed, and we've never wanted that, we've always told them history that we know. OUR history that we were taught by our parents , history that has been passed on to us, information that has crossed from generation to generation, even so much is such a great grandfather telling their great grandchild that they, no matter what, can ever be in war because military does not treat black people correctly, or morally. that's the type of thing that I want my kids to understand. you are helping to the CORRECT THE SYLLABUS, you are amazing and i am grateful. thank you for everything that you do, there's very few people that would extend a hand to help or even look beyond what the situation is, to give advice, and give actual examples. I appreciate it so much because I never wanted my children's ideals of their history to be started off with anything but GREATNESS!!!!! You are loved, and bless you.
Thank you for asking educators (twice) to think beyond just exploring the accomplishments of athletes and entertainers. We as a people are so multi-faceted!!!!
Thank you for such an informative video. I am a 6th Grade Music teacher in PA. Teaching about Spirituals, the Blues and Jazz is a difficult concept without having some discussion about African drum beats, dancing, slavery, oppression, racial discrimination, and white supremacy. Unfortunately, these topics are often avoided in other classrooms, perhaps out of fear of saying something that would create conflict. I feel very strongly, however, that this is an integral part of music education. Most music students listen to today has its roots in Spirituals, and Blues music. In my opinion, drawing connections is relevant t everything they do.
I agree. I just ask that you emphasize the resilience and resistance that takes place in these Spirituals and the intellect behind the songs such as Wade in the Water.
Thank you for sharing your perspective. I’ve been attempting to cover recent Black History topics with my son. Some things are heard like broken records in school and that change begins with me, as a parent, at home.
Thank you, Elaine! Thank you for your leadership, your advice, your strong voice, and for all of these additional resources. I love that you are teaching beyond your classroom walls...we all benefit
Thank you for this video. It is so helpful and I will be taking your advice to make Black History Month an authentic and honest learning experience for my students and my own children. Have a wonderful day!
Absolutely wonderful advice! Thank you! We are in the middle of a project now, but I am excited to revamp my entire lesson plan thanks to your advice. Thank you for this insightful perspective. i love and appreciate it as a teacher greatly! :)
Thank you so much for your perspective and advice! As an educator, I’ve always tried to share and celebrate Black history with my second grade scholars, but I haven’t always felt like I’m coming across as authentic. You’ve given me some concrete steps to make it better for all (my own children too) and I’m excited to get started. I would welcome any additional advice or recommendations! Thank you for what you do!
thank you!! great video........ unfortunately I am a music teacher and am focusing on some of the great black musicians, but I plan on sharing this video with coworkers who are teaching other aspects of black history month.
Thank you for sharing these ideas! This has helped me frame my lessons connected to Black History Month. We are currently reading the novel Bud, Not Buddy and will be studying the history of American jazz and West African music.
Wow. Thank you for sharing this, I appreciated this so much. I have been teaching BHM for many years and you have challenged me to think about how/what I teach and the best ways to share information that is correct and fair.
This is a great resource. I teach similarly, from a place of empathy not trauma. My only critique is the "we are 99.9% the same"; I believe that has the potential to send a silent message that having differences is negative. Even if we were 99.9% different, we are all valuable and worthy of the same access to opportunity. (Also, I sometimes find myself working with more visibly homogeneous groups, so starting there is also not as useful in those instances). Therefore, I like to start with acknowledging heritage... that we all have history, culture, and ways of talking, dressing, etc that have origins in where/how our parents, parents, parents, parents, all the way to distant ancestors lived. Starting with everyone's unique connection to people who came before them, is more helpful for me. Not that there is anything wrong with pointing out how similar we are, I just feel it is over emphasized in children's education. Empathy does not require that we be just alike, just that we be willing to think about how someone else might be feeling. Again, great video, great resource, I just felt compelled to share what helps me as I teach. I look forward to having as many years of experience under my belt. Thank you for sharing your expertise and passion.
Thank you for this video. I'm a CS teacher, so I'm trying to find ways to discuss black and bipoc scientists, engineers, and problem solvers throughout the year. I want to do more. Looking forward to more videos ❤.
I teach K0/K1 centerbase, and what you said is amazing. We're all 99.9 percent alike is an amazing way to start. I love all of what you said. Keep Rising Queen!!
I would love to pick your brain! You just changed the course of my unit. I was starting with slavery, now I'll be saving that lesson for later, and starting with the beautiful culture of African Americans. I teach high school ESL, so many of my students come into this country not having any idea about our history, let alone slavery and the civil rights movement. Hoping I will do it justice, and looking for ways to improve. Thank you!
Thank you for this video! And... thank you for the resources. Just purchased the two books mentioned for my classroom. Will read them on my own when I receive them. :)
We are homeschooling this year due to Covid and so incredibly grateful for the wonderful resources out there to help us in teaching Black History Month (and for incorporating Black History all year long). This is one of those resources. It's invaluable to parents/educators so THANK YOU for this video! If we can keep creating, sharing, and using these amazing resources, we will absolutely make change. Thank you!
This is excellent! You did an amazing job of explaining the trauma of teaching cultural perspectives from an uninformed perspective. Thank you for sharing ideas and resources for ways teachers can first educate themselves before sharing with others. There are books and videos out there at every level.
Just found your channel looking up resources for Black History Month. You're amazing! Thank you for your clarity and your advice, and also your nice reading voice.
Thank you so much for this advice! I have been trying to find a way to address all of this with my students without traumatizing them. (And I agree 100%!)
Thank YOU! Thank you for this video. I am only a teacher assistant in a self-contained classroom for students with autism, and we are simply following the curriculum provided right now. I am excited to start my re-education in this area. I am excited to learn more, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for posting a video for those of who don't know exactly where to start / what to do. I have plans to teach in the future (down the line), but I have subscribed to your channel and will be on the lookout for more great videos. Thanks again.
Thank you SO much for this guidance. My virtual school has been organizing a Black History month Read-In and these guidelines are SO helpful. My takeaway is how inadequate I feel my college education was regarding how to teach about Black history. Teacher education needs to be revamped in so many ways and voices like yours need to be heard, especially since the majority of teachers are white females like me. I have subscribed and clicked the bell and will continue to follow you and go back and watch previous videos. I would welcome MUCH more insight on teaching Black perspectives in general and specifically about Revolts, Resilience and Resistance. I will share this with my colleagues. Next on my list to read is Ibram X Kendi''s 400 Souls. I will look for the books you recommended in this video and would love a video and/or reading list on any other PD books you recommend for personal teacher reading AND for sharing with students in the classroom. Thank you for your work.
It’s a you’re damned if you do and damned if you don’t on everything. One slip up and you’re called a racist. It’s a shame that many don’t touch BHM because the rules keep changing. Thank you for this great video.
I love this! Thank you so much for sharing. I had anxiety about teaching these subjects as a new teacher. They are important and I agree, I want to do history justice. I love the resistance, the glory, and the victorious platform you encourage. Thank you for giving me some great ways to start the conversation. I know I started off on the wrong foot before in my class not meaning to but I want to do better and will do better. There are so many beautiful stories of overcoming and resisting to share. I took everything you mentioned to heart. THANK YOU THANK YOU.
Thank you so much for this perspective. I'm a music teacher and have been thinking about all the things you talked about in your video. I really appreciated your recommendations and resources.
Don't start from Slavery and don't end with MLK! Love it!
Thanks bro!
Thank you
Agreed, Black people's history is not just Slavery but these people are also misrepresenting Slavery. They were more attacks against Black people under the FREE SYSTEM than under Slavery.
A word
We need more fearless and radical black teachers in support of Black History 365.
I like "We are all 99.9% alike". That's how I'm going to start.
I am full of gratitude. Thank you SO very much.
Excellent information. I can´t wait to watch and learn more.
Thank you for sharing this! Even though I homeschooled my kids until 6th grade, I still feel like I want to make sure I bring in great resources for all of us as a family to educate ourselves with.
Revolts, Resilience and Resistance. I love it! That's how it should be done.
For others, not the OP really: I’m only a sub for TK-12 but I played Kolton Harris’ video Black Joy and a video about music history titled “Music History is Black History” every time I’ve subbed in Feb (4th and 5th lately) because I’ve always been uncomfortable with every book and movie being about slavery during this month in my experience and how little schools discuss modern issues but more importantly because of videos like this. I’m not doing a lot, I know, and I can only work on my biases and racism and micro-aggressions since I’m only subbing here and there and not long-term (so I have limited influence), I’ve still been trying my best for the past few years. So even if we only play a small part in a kids life, we can still try our best and follow the advice of this amazing educator. 💗
I love this. All school districts should follow this model.
Thank you for this. It is so important to know how to begin! Thank you!!!
Glad it was helpful!
I am so glad I came across this. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
THANK YOU! This is really good! It's so great to openly talk about this topic, and I so much appreciate this insight!
Straight talk that resonates and is so relevant. Thanks for the 3r's and solid advice.
Revolts, resilience, resistance! I hear you. I’m going to go back to this after Black history month and I’m going to correct this.
I cannot thank you enough for this. I’m homeschooling for the first time & definitely didn’t want to skip Black History month but was unsure what approach I should take & how best to make the most of the opportunity. I have tears in my eyes.... You are awesome.
We ARE 99% alike❤️
Aww thank you. I have been looking through the comments and they are not all positive this made me happy. :-)
Love this! Thank you! We are a homeschooling family and I was searching for the direction I wanted to go. This was helpful. I just finished traumatizing, I mean teaching, my kids about WWII and the Holocaust and really wanted a more happy history month after all we learned. Teaching my children resilience and courage is important and so we watched documentaries and movies that also showed how ordinary people overcame and risked their lives to help others. I will do the same when we talk about slavery. I’m excited to learn with my kids. We have so much more room to explore things that aren’t discussed in most classrooms.
Enjoy the journey and yes remember to focus on joy and resilience in all of the lessons.
Thank you for making this incredibly helpful video. I never thought about how a parent of a Black child would feel anxious as schools begin Black History Month. I also love the reminder to not begin with slavery. I continue to learn from you!
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Thank you so much for sharing this advice! I really appreciate hearing your perspective as a parent and teacher about the do's and don'ts, and some of the resources you're using in your classroom.
I could not agree with you more. I am an occasional teacher and every black history month, I teach in a number of classrooms and the books are aways focused on the oppression of black people-segregation, slavery,etc.
Reading these stories leave a dark cloud when there is no balance. If I feel his way imagine how the few black students feel. Our history includes so much more than slavery or the civil rights movement.
I always conclude each reading with triumph and resilience as you mentioned.
This video is consistent with my thinking. Thank you:)
The 3 R’s are something serious!!! That advice is priceless. I’ve never heard anyone else say that, but it makes so much sense. Thank you!!! I look forward to your next video on this topic. Little known fact: I am from the county that Nat Turner lead his revolt. Just a month ago they finally renamed a road that was called Blackhead Post road to serve as a reminder that on that road is where they put his head on a post to scar other blacks not to try and do what he did. Some of the off springs of the people he killed are still there and for years they held in their personal collection the weapon he used as well as his Bible. I think they ended up donating it to the county, but they are still in control of it.
Wow.
Thank you. As a white woman teaching Social Studies I do my best to show my students are all valuable- regardless of skin color. Revolt, Resilience, Resistance is my new frame for my work. Thank you!
Yes. This is how I do it. We watch videos, and do biographies on strong, influential black people throughout history in and outside of America. We know about slavery and such but we focus our energy on learning about to glorious, joyous parts of history.
Thank you for sharing your wisdom! I look forward to learning more from you and the resources that you use in your classroom.
More to come!
It’s been about time that we really continuing to expand our history beyond February.
Thank you!!! This was posted on our Mom's group. And thank you for the direction and to help us navigate our way to telling the story as one of empowerment.
Thank you for this! I have been teaching Black History topics for 25 years but have made some mistakes. I have been reading lots in the last year and have learned so much. THANK YOU! God Bless!
You are welcome. We all have made mistakes as educators. As long as we grow and learn and choose to do different that is what matters.
You're amazing! We've all learned and have seen the wonderful strides taken by our black communities and we stand in awe of the strength, joy and resilience they have! We all can learn from the black example and all of the blessings that black people are. Slavery and white supremacy are not the go to, core lessons, they are important but secondary. Thank you!
You are so welcome!
I love that! "Did you know we are 99.9% alike! What an engaging hook"✨✨✨! You have amazing strategies on how to present this vital info to kids🙌🏾
Thank you. I want to show first and foremost that we are so much more alike than different, everything else is a lie.
I know its late bit i just have to say THANK YOU!! I am a mother of mixed children and as a person who grew up listening to americas history as its taught out off a 'SYLLABUS', I just want to say especially thank you, for giving us a way to look at all of our history, different, and preparing my children to be the most amazing, beautiful Human beings that could ever set foot on this Earth, of course there my children so I think that, but we have tried to find a solid ground to teach them what their history really is, without having to get into books or chapters because that's where things get construed, and we've never wanted that, we've always told them history that we know. OUR history that we were taught by our parents , history that has been passed on to us, information that has crossed from generation to generation, even so much is such a great grandfather telling their great grandchild that they, no matter what, can ever be in war because military does not treat black people correctly, or morally. that's the type of thing that I want my kids to understand. you are helping to the CORRECT THE SYLLABUS, you are amazing and i am grateful. thank you for everything that you do, there's very few people that would extend a hand to help or even look beyond what the situation is, to give advice, and give actual examples. I appreciate it so much because I never wanted my children's ideals of their history to be started off with anything but GREATNESS!!!!! You are loved, and bless you.
This!!!! Thank you so much for providing the guidance to get this crucial lesson of our country correct.
You are welcome.
Thank you for asking educators (twice) to think beyond just exploring the accomplishments of athletes and entertainers. We as a people are so multi-faceted!!!!
You are welcome. Yes, we are.
Thank you for such an informative video. I am a 6th Grade Music teacher in PA. Teaching about Spirituals, the Blues and Jazz is a difficult concept without having some discussion about African drum beats, dancing, slavery, oppression, racial discrimination, and white supremacy. Unfortunately, these topics are often avoided in other classrooms, perhaps out of fear of saying something that would create conflict. I feel very strongly, however, that this is an integral part of music education. Most music students listen to today has its roots in Spirituals, and Blues music. In my opinion, drawing connections is relevant t everything they do.
I agree. I just ask that you emphasize the resilience and resistance that takes place in these Spirituals and the intellect behind the songs such as Wade in the Water.
I love this! I’m using this to convey to others. Perfect ! Thank you
Thank you for sharing your perspective. I’ve been attempting to cover recent Black History topics with my son. Some things are heard like broken records in school and that change begins with me, as a parent, at home.
You are welcome.
Thank you, Elaine! Thank you for your leadership, your advice, your strong voice, and for all of these additional resources. I love that you are teaching beyond your classroom walls...we all benefit
Thank you. :-)
Thank you for sharing!! I love the point about teaching from the perspective of resilience and joy.
You are so welcome! amzn.to/3cOYcqx
Thank you for this video. It is so helpful and I will be taking your advice to make Black History Month an authentic and honest learning experience for my students and my own children. Have a wonderful day!
Thank you for sharing this important lesson!
Absolutely wonderful advice! Thank you! We are in the middle of a project now, but I am excited to revamp my entire lesson plan thanks to your advice. Thank you for this insightful perspective. i love and appreciate it as a teacher greatly! :)
Wonderful tips!
Thank you for posting!
You are welcome.
Deep Gratitude for this!! I am listening and also sharing it with the teachers at my school. LOVED "We are all 99.9% alike"!
Thank you so much for your perspective and advice! As an educator, I’ve always tried to share and celebrate Black history with my second grade scholars, but I haven’t always felt like I’m coming across as authentic. You’ve given me some concrete steps to make it better for all (my own children too) and I’m excited to get started. I would welcome any additional advice or recommendations! Thank you for what you do!
You are welcome!
Thank you so much for giving resources and a perspective that many of us want to focus on but may be unsure where or how to get started.
You are welcome.
Thank you for sharing this!! I'm hoping to be as open and supportive as I can with my work!
thank you!! great video........ unfortunately I am a music teacher and am focusing on some of the great black musicians, but I plan on sharing this video with coworkers who are teaching other aspects of black history month.
Wonderful video. Something all educators should watch and learn from. Thank you for an excellent resource.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for sharing this important information
Thank you! So informative and helpful.
Thank you for sharing these ideas! This has helped me frame my lessons connected to Black History Month. We are currently reading the novel Bud, Not Buddy and will be studying the history of American jazz and West African music.
Wow. Thank you for sharing this, I appreciated this so much. I have been teaching BHM for many years and you have challenged me to think about how/what I teach and the best ways to share information that is correct and fair.
I am so happy it is helpful.
Great stuff! Exactly what I was searching for: where to start and what not to focus on during my lessons this month.
Happy to help.
Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge as a white educator I am always looking to improve to reach all of our studnents
You are very welcome
This is a great resource. I teach similarly, from a place of empathy not trauma. My only critique is the "we are 99.9% the same"; I believe that has the potential to send a silent message that having differences is negative. Even if we were 99.9% different, we are all valuable and worthy of the same access to opportunity. (Also, I sometimes find myself working with more visibly homogeneous groups, so starting there is also not as useful in those instances). Therefore, I like to start with acknowledging heritage... that we all have history, culture, and ways of talking, dressing, etc that have origins in where/how our parents, parents, parents, parents, all the way to distant ancestors lived. Starting with everyone's unique connection to people who came before them, is more helpful for me.
Not that there is anything wrong with pointing out how similar we are, I just feel it is over emphasized in children's education. Empathy does not require that we be just alike, just that we be willing to think about how someone else might be feeling.
Again, great video, great resource, I just felt compelled to share what helps me as I teach. I look forward to having as many years of experience under my belt. Thank you for sharing your expertise and passion.
Thank you for this wonderful video! I am a new homeschool mom and needed this guidance! Thank you thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this video. I'm a CS teacher, so I'm trying to find ways to discuss black and bipoc scientists, engineers, and problem solvers throughout the year. I want to do more. Looking forward to more videos ❤.
You are welcome.
Thank you! I truly appreciate your thoughts and suggestions!
I teach K0/K1 centerbase, and what you said is amazing. We're all 99.9 percent alike is an amazing way to start. I love all of what you said. Keep Rising Queen!!
Thank you.
I would love to pick your brain! You just changed the course of my unit. I was starting with slavery, now I'll be saving that lesson for later, and starting with the beautiful culture of African Americans. I teach high school ESL, so many of my students come into this country not having any idea about our history, let alone slavery and the civil rights movement. Hoping I will do it justice, and looking for ways to improve. Thank you!
Sure. You can send me a message on instagram. instagram.com/eteaches365/
Thank you for this insightful information!!!!
Friend, you did a super job explaining what people should do and not do. I love the point about how we are more alike.
Thank you for checking it out. I appreciate it.
Thank you for this video! And... thank you for the resources. Just purchased the two books mentioned for my classroom. Will read them on my own when I receive them. :)
I’m going to share this
Thank you!! This is so helpful! I appreciate your REAL advice!
Fabulous recommendations, dead on with what teachers need to hear right now! Thank you!!!
We are homeschooling this year due to Covid and so incredibly grateful for the wonderful resources out there to help us in teaching Black History Month (and for incorporating Black History all year long). This is one of those resources. It's invaluable to parents/educators so THANK YOU for this video! If we can keep creating, sharing, and using these amazing resources, we will absolutely make change. Thank you!
You are welcome.
This was awesome, thank you so much!!!
This is excellent! You did an amazing job of explaining the trauma of teaching cultural perspectives from an uninformed perspective. Thank you for sharing ideas and resources for ways teachers can first educate themselves before sharing with others. There are books and videos out there at every level.
Yes. Thank you. I just want to minimize the trauma.
Thank you!
Thank you so much for this. I'm homeschooling for the first time this school year, and I was so lost before this video...
Glad it was helpful!
Just found your channel looking up resources for Black History Month. You're amazing! Thank you for your clarity and your advice, and also your nice reading voice.
You are welcome.
Thank you so much for this advice! I have been trying to find a way to address all of this with my students without traumatizing them. (And I agree 100%!)
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for this. Sharing with my school community.
Awesome.
I appreciate you and this information so much. Thank you.
This was so helpful and I so appreciate the specific suggestions and language to use etc. Thank you!
I love this learning lesson. I appreciate the advice and will practice it and continue to learn more. Yay teaching!
I really appreciate this video. Thank you!
You are so welcome!
Thank YOU! Thank you for this video. I am only a teacher assistant in a self-contained classroom for students with autism, and we are simply following the curriculum provided right now. I am excited to start my re-education in this area. I am excited to learn more, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for posting a video for those of who don't know exactly where to start / what to do. I have plans to teach in the future (down the line), but I have subscribed to your channel and will be on the lookout for more great videos. Thanks again.
teacher assistants, especially SpEd assistants are ESSENTIAL.
Thank you SO much for this guidance. My virtual school has been organizing a Black History month Read-In and these guidelines are SO helpful. My takeaway is how inadequate I feel my college education was regarding how to teach about Black history. Teacher education needs to be revamped in so many ways and voices like yours need to be heard, especially since the majority of teachers are white females like me. I have subscribed and clicked the bell and will continue to follow you and go back and watch previous videos. I would welcome MUCH more insight on teaching Black perspectives in general and specifically about Revolts, Resilience and Resistance. I will share this with my colleagues. Next on my list to read is Ibram X Kendi''s 400 Souls. I will look for the books you recommended in this video and would love a video and/or reading list on any other PD books you recommend for personal teacher reading AND for sharing with students in the classroom. Thank you for your work.
You are welcome. I'm sorry, I missed this reply earlier. I appreciate the feedback and will be making more videos soon.
wonderful and informative
Glad it was helpful!
It’s a you’re damned if you do and damned if you don’t on everything. One slip up and you’re called a racist. It’s a shame that many don’t touch BHM because the rules keep changing. Thank you for this great video.
I'm sending this to every teacher I know. I wish I had a teacher like you when I was in grade school.
Thank you.
I love this! Thank you so much for sharing. I had anxiety about teaching these subjects as a new teacher. They are important and I agree, I want to do history justice. I love the resistance, the glory, and the victorious platform you encourage. Thank you for giving me some great ways to start the conversation. I know I started off on the wrong foot before in my class not meaning to but I want to do better and will do better. There are so many beautiful stories of overcoming and resisting to share. I took everything you mentioned to heart. THANK YOU THANK YOU.
Please make more videos, sharing valuable resources. Thank you so much.
Thank you, I will. I am working on it.
Great ideas! Thank you!
You are so welcome!
Thank you for this video. I was seeking black teacher’s perspectives on this. Thank you for sharing.
You are welcome.
Very informative! So glad to see this!!! :). Thank you
You are so welcome!
This is wonderful! Thank you for your perspectives.
Well thought out approach...it was good listening to your thoughts.
Excellent tips... do's
Thanks so much for the advice and information you've shared in this video!
I love this. Thank you
Excellent advice.
Thank you so much for this perspective. I'm a music teacher and have been thinking about all the things you talked about in your video. I really appreciated your recommendations and resources.
Thank you from a Special Ed teacher in Watts. This was great!
Great video
Hidden Colors is also a great documentary series
Thank you for taking the time and energy to offer this wisdom and advice.
Do you have information and resources about this topic for the early childhood classroom?
Thank you for giving me some perspective!
You are welcome.
YES!! Thank you!!!
You are so welcome!