Segregation Story and the Speed of Light

Gordon Park's Segregation Story

Gordon Park was a photographer who worked in the 1950s. He says that he used his camera as "a weapon against poverty and racism. Check out his photos that "find tenderness amidst inequality."

Speed of Light...With Peeps!

You're learning about peeps in space, but look how they can help find the speed of light. Cool!

Refugees and Black History

Check out John Green's Vlogbrothers video where he interviews Hussam - a teenager, a writer, and a Syrian refugee.

Then, check out this spoken word poetry from Clint Smith III. He "writes" a letter to the Founding Fathers asking them about their involvement in racist activities and reminds teachers that "Oppression doesn't disappear just because you decided not to teach us that chapter."

Women's History Month and Space Suits!

Women's History Month is of course an important reminder of the important women who have shaped history. But, just as Ruby Bridges advocating all history be included in American history, check out what Maureen Costello has to say.

Ms. Tuttle and I do talk, so I know this will be of interest to you...Listen to this story about DIY space suits!