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Black-Owned Bookstores: Cultivating a Love of Reading in the Next Generation

Jul 11, 2024 10:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

Black-owned bookstores aren't mere retail spaces; they're cultural cornerstones, nurturing a love of reading and fostering a sense of belonging.

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Grace3 Teen Tech Summit Captures Students’ Imaginations With Emerging Technologies

Jul 03, 2024 12:00PM ● By Reece Coren

For some, the best way to fight the summer heat is by learning about some cool technology inventions.

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Navigating the World of Black Parenting in a Social-Media-Influenced Society

Jun 27, 2024 10:00AM ● By Okechukwu Nzeribe

Parenting in this digitally exposed generation presents unprepared challenges.

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8 Historical Black Trail Blazers and Black Rising Stars in Marine Science

Jun 05, 2024 10:00AM ● By Boitumelo Masihleho

Whether it be the expansion of knowledge on deep-sea coral species or the modern usage of online mapping tools, Black scientists have been part of the equation in propelling marine science to new levels.

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The Reading Quilt: Untwine

May 24, 2024 10:00AM ● By Dr. Rachel Slaughter

In her gripping novel, Edwidge transports readers into the heart of a family teetering on the edge of calamity.

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The Unforgettable Impact Teachers Have On Our Lives Beyond Textbooks And Classes (And Why We Owe Them More)

May 23, 2024 10:00AM ● By Okechukwu Nzeribe

Beyond the classroom walls and the academic texts, teachers hold a great influence on the preparedness of a child to face the world.

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Harnessing Talent in the Next Generation: Inspiring Stories of Black Child Prodigies

May 20, 2024 12:00PM ● By Okechukwu Nzeribe

Among many child prodigies are Black children whose continued emergence and talents have gone on to challenge the prejudices behind intelligence among different races.

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Why Abbott Elementary is a Love Letter to Black Educators and Students

May 18, 2024 10:00AM ● By Anand Subramanian

In a format similar to "Parks and Recreation," "Modern Family," and "The Office," the show tracks teachers at a public school in Philadelphia.

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Fake News and Fact-Checking: How to Be a Discerning Reader in the Digital Age

May 17, 2024 10:00AM ● By Gift Joe

Fake news, though not new, has become a much larger issue in the digital age.

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The Reading Quilt: The House on Mango Street

May 05, 2024 10:00AM ● By Dr. Rachel Slaughter

In colorful and compelling vignettes, we experience the main character, Esperanza Cordero, as a Latina coming of age in the poorest part of Chicago.

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