Black history month books help to detail the transition of America. The books tell stories of great men and women who worked hard in the fields, in homes, in classrooms and on the streets to bring about a radical change. Celebrated annually in the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States, remembering the African American contribution has become a worldwide tradition.
Beginning as Negro education week by the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History and Carter G. Woodson in 1926, this week soon became the interest of many black interest groups. The initial date was chosen to celebrate the birth of Frederick Douglas and Abraham Lincoln. Although Woodson hoped the week would be eliminated and become a standard subject taught in school, the week acknowledging those involved in the African diaspora caught the attention of governmental officials during the bicentennial. The week had expanded into a month.
Most reading books are separated by reading levels. The Words of Martin Luther King, Jr is recommended for junior high children; however, it's inspirational for everyone even adults. Born in the same year as the first Negro History Week, Dr Martian Luther King Jr. Was a minister as well as a prominent African American civil rights leader. Leading many non-violent protest and giving many speeches and sermons, Dr. King wrote to inspire the nation to become unified. The I Have a Dream speech from the March on Washington and The letter from the Birmingham jail were two of his most famous works.
Like many women of that time, Walker began losing her hair because of scalp conditions. After trying several other brands, she experimented with several formulas until she found one that strengthens her hair. After developing and marketing a profitable company, she and her husband Charles Walker began touring the company giving lectures on proper hair care as well as supporting important black right movements.
Starting at fourteen, Malcolm was a leader in school but by sixteen he was hustling for tips in a nightclub. By the time, he turned 19 he was a gang leader. Unfortunately, by age 20 he was in prison. During his time in prison, he transformed from a street hustling kid to a militant leader. Leading millions of people from the nation of Islam, Malcolm was a respected and feared man.
During the Harlem Renaissance, blacks were expressing themselves though poetry. Written for the older audience, The Negro Speaks of Rivers, by Hughes, Langston and Lewis, E. B. Compares speaks about the deep parts of the Negro soul. The poem speaks of pride, wisdom, experience and perseverance.
By the time he was 16, he was sent to work for a white man who was known to abuse his slaves. After receiving a sever beating, Douglas decided to fight back. After that, the slave owner never beat him again. Following several failed attempts, he succeeded in running away to freedom with the help his soon to be wife Anne Murry. She was a free black woman.
The goals of black history month books are to teach everyone about helping to change the minds and hearts of people. The books are for anyone wanting to make a change. Promoting unity, the collection helps to make sure the heroism of those that helped to shape the country are not forgotten.
Beginning as Negro education week by the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History and Carter G. Woodson in 1926, this week soon became the interest of many black interest groups. The initial date was chosen to celebrate the birth of Frederick Douglas and Abraham Lincoln. Although Woodson hoped the week would be eliminated and become a standard subject taught in school, the week acknowledging those involved in the African diaspora caught the attention of governmental officials during the bicentennial. The week had expanded into a month.
Most reading books are separated by reading levels. The Words of Martin Luther King, Jr is recommended for junior high children; however, it's inspirational for everyone even adults. Born in the same year as the first Negro History Week, Dr Martian Luther King Jr. Was a minister as well as a prominent African American civil rights leader. Leading many non-violent protest and giving many speeches and sermons, Dr. King wrote to inspire the nation to become unified. The I Have a Dream speech from the March on Washington and The letter from the Birmingham jail were two of his most famous works.
Like many women of that time, Walker began losing her hair because of scalp conditions. After trying several other brands, she experimented with several formulas until she found one that strengthens her hair. After developing and marketing a profitable company, she and her husband Charles Walker began touring the company giving lectures on proper hair care as well as supporting important black right movements.
Starting at fourteen, Malcolm was a leader in school but by sixteen he was hustling for tips in a nightclub. By the time, he turned 19 he was a gang leader. Unfortunately, by age 20 he was in prison. During his time in prison, he transformed from a street hustling kid to a militant leader. Leading millions of people from the nation of Islam, Malcolm was a respected and feared man.
During the Harlem Renaissance, blacks were expressing themselves though poetry. Written for the older audience, The Negro Speaks of Rivers, by Hughes, Langston and Lewis, E. B. Compares speaks about the deep parts of the Negro soul. The poem speaks of pride, wisdom, experience and perseverance.
By the time he was 16, he was sent to work for a white man who was known to abuse his slaves. After receiving a sever beating, Douglas decided to fight back. After that, the slave owner never beat him again. Following several failed attempts, he succeeded in running away to freedom with the help his soon to be wife Anne Murry. She was a free black woman.
The goals of black history month books are to teach everyone about helping to change the minds and hearts of people. The books are for anyone wanting to make a change. Promoting unity, the collection helps to make sure the heroism of those that helped to shape the country are not forgotten.
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