I recently attended a workshop in which the keynote speaker pointed out that in this current age of information, teaching … More
Tag: Martin Luther King
It’s Not Too Late to Celebrate Black History Month!
My plays often make return appearances in Scholastic’s Storyworks magazine, such as The Daring Escape of Henry “Box” Brown this … More
Perhaps the Most Important Thing You’ll Teach This Year
It’s not my aim to be political, but no matter one’s affiliation, it’s hard to deny that racial tension has … More
Ten Plays for Black History Month
The Daring Escape of Henry “Box” Brown is making a reappearance in the January issue of Scholastic’s Storyworks magazine. In … More
MLK Day Inspiration
I’ve been fortunate to have forged a lasting relationship with Scholastic publishers, particularly the wonderful editors at Storyworks and Scope … More
Why this Play is Important to Your Students
Students will quickly connect with eight-year old Sheyann Webb. When African-Americans were being denied the right to vote, she became … More
One of My Best MLK Plays, Free!
As part of its Black History Month celebration, Scholastic publishers is offering my most oft-published play for free. I Have … More
Black Students Denied Service
Imagine seeing the words “Whites Only” at your favorite restaurant! We can be thankful that it’s unthinkable today. But when … More
Engaging Kids for MLK Day
With Martin Luther King Day just around the corner, I’ve frequently been asked of late, “How do you get kids … More
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