Washington State University
Washington State University: Athol Fugard: "Master Harold"... And the Boys
Brief biographical information of playwriter Athol Fugard and information about his play, "Master Harold" . . . and the Boys.
Black Past
Black Past: Scottsboro Case
This encyclopedia article tells about the several trials of the so-called Scottsboro Boys. This case became a beacon for later civil rights movements.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Richard Wright
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Richard Wright, a novelist and short-story writer, who was among the first black American writers to protest white treatment of blacks, notably in his novel Native Son (1940) and his...
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Scottsboro, an American Tragedy
This website, designed in conjunction with the PBS film, explores the Scottsboro Boys trials. Content includes biographies, transcripts, maps, timelines, special features, and a teacher's guide.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Msu Libraries: American Radicalism
The American Radicalism Collection holds over 17,000 items. It includes books, pamphlets, periodicals, posters, and ephemeral material covering a wide range of viewpoints on political, social, and economic issues in America. The emphasis...
Other
Historical Boys' Clothing: The American Civil War: Reconstruction
Outlines the major programs of the Reconstruction period after the Civil War, and the discrimination that African Americans faced, such as from the Black Codes and the Ku Klux Klan. Also discusses the amendments made to the Constitution...
Other
The Virtual Vine: Nursery Rhyme Unit
You will find a thorough, cross-curricular nursery rhymes unit here. It is written by a fellow teacher, and is very creative.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Jacqueline Woodson
This resource features a biography, booklist, and interview transcript with the author Jacqueline Woodson. This author was presented with the Coretta Scott King Award for the book "Miracle's Boys," in 2001.
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McGraw Hill
Glencoe Literature: "Sounder" Study Guide [Pdf]
Teachers can share the award-winning young adult novel "Sounder" with their students through the use of this 40 page study guide. "Sounder", by African American author William H. Armstrong, is about a young boy in the American South who...
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Richard Wright Lesson Plans
What do you know about the life and work of the author Richard Wright? Students and teachers will benefit from the information provided through the links in this resource.
University at Buffalo
Buffalo University: Richard Wright Biography
This site offers a very detailed biography along with a photography of Wright. Aligns the events in his life with the works he wrote. Good historical background of his literature.
Other
Lesson Plan: Writing a Haiku
Check out this activity on haiku that includes samples by Richard Wright. Students and teachers will benefit from this educational tool.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Southern Renaissance: Richard Wright
Author Richard Wright is presented in this biography which draws upon his brutal honesty in describing life in the racially segregated south. See "Richard Wright Activities" for related artifacts and activities.
Other
Book Spot's Book Discussion Center
Scroll down to the Guides for Selected Titles to find a wealth of information on a variety of titles for adults and teens. Each entry, though they come from different sources, includes book discussion questions and some background about...
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Aeneas With a Boy
An image of "Aeneas with a Boy", created by Daniele Da Volterra from 1553-56 (Black chalk, 522 x 350 mm).
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Three Studies of Aeneas With a Boy
An image of "Three Studies of Aeneas with a Boy", created by Daniele Da Volterra from 1555-56 (Black chalk, 151 x 211 mm).
English Verse
English Verse: William Blake (1757 1827)
Several of Blake's famous poems are available in full text here, along with a brief biography and a book recommendation.
Curated OER
Richard Wright
This site contains an overview of BLACK BOY along with a biography of Richard Wright life.
Curated OER
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This site offers a biography of Wright. It also has a review of, "Uncle Tom's Children" and "Black Boy".
Other
The Partnership for a Drug Free America
Working to reduce the illicit drugs in America, this is the website of Partnership For A Drug Free America. This site contains a database of drugs with slang names as well as standard. For each drug there are descriptions of the drug...
African American Literature Book Club
African American Literature Book Club: Richard Wright
This site focuses on Richard Wright including a short biography, the video [9:19] "The Life and Times of Richard Wright (1 of 2)" and links to 22 of his books.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Langston Hughes
This resource focuses on the works of famous African-American author, Langston Hughes.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Rhythms in Poetry: Langston Hughes
Poet laureate Langston Hughes is featured in this brief biography highlighting his vast collection of writings, particularly his poetry, which drew upon racial and self awareness in America. See "Langston Hughes Activities" for related...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Becoming Visible: Gwendolyn Brooks
Writer Gwendolyn Brooks is presented in this biography for her contributions to African American literature. Click on "Gwendolyn Brooks Activities" for related artifacts and activities.
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