Grade(s): 8
Subject(s): Social Studies
Year: 2019
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This lesson explores how Toni Morrison and hip hop artists use narrative techniques and cultural references to depict the realities of Black life, resistance, and identity formation.
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In recognition of December's Honoree for the 2024 South Carolina African American History Calendar, Wilhelmina P. Johnson, students will explore the contributions she made as a civic leader.
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In recognition of November's Honorees for the 2024 South Carolina African American History Calendar, Tommy Preston, Jr., students will determine the leadership qualities demonstrated by Tommy Preston...
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In recognition of March's Honoree for the 2024 South Carolina African American History Calendar, Jackie J. Whitmore, students will become historians, conducting research on their family genealogy or...
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In celebration of being chosen as the January honoree for the 2024 South Carolina African American History Calendar, this lesson explores the accomplishments and contributions of A'ja Wilson and how...
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Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune is hailed as one of the most influential African American educators and Civil Rights figures, during the first half of the 20th century. Born on a cotton farm in Mayesville, SC...
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Did you know Darla Moore was the first woman featured on the cover of Fortune Magazine and was listed as one of Fortune’s “50 Most Powerful Women in Business”? Born and raised in Lake City, South...
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Orphaned at the age of six, Maude Callen, became an “Angel in Twilight” to many as she singlehandedly brought health care to a poverty-stricken community. After becoming orphaned, Maude went to live...
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Ernest Finney was the first African American chief justice of the South Carolina Supreme Court. He left an indelible mark on the legal system with his unwavering commitment to justice and equality...
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Despite being a small town in South Carolina, Hartsville, SC produced two honorees of the South Carolina African American History calendar, who grew-up together at the same time: Jannie Harriot (May...