Category: BIPOC History

  • The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924: A Century of Native American Citizenship and Civil Rights

    The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 granted citizenship to 125,000 Native Americans, yet many faced ongoing challenges in exercising their rights and accessing equality.

  • Celebrating Positivity: November

    November provides a rich opportunity for classroom engagement by celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month, exploring famous birthdays, and highlighting significant historical events. Activities can include storytelling, art projects, and discussions around influential figures like Marie Curie and Kurt Vonnegut, promoting diversity, curiosity, and appreciation for global culture and history.

  • Book Review: An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States: A Graphic Interpretation

    In the growing ReVisioning History series, An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States: A Graphic Interpretation brings a fresh, visual approach to Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz’s critical and often unsettling look at U.S. history from an Indigenous perspective. Originally a narrative dense with historical insight, the graphic version adds rich illustrations that make the work even…

  • Transforming Worksheets into Podcasts with Google Notebook LM

    Google Notebook LM transforms texts into engaging audio files, promoting active learning, differentiation, and accessibility, while encouraging students to actively listen and comprehend material effectively.

  • CIC: Jubilee and Shang-Chi

    Jubilee, a Chinese American mutant in comics, embodies resilience and diversity. Educators can use her journey to teach themes of identity and empathy. Shang-Chi’s story also offers rich opportunities for exploring representation and morality.

  • Comics in the Classroom: Readings for AANHPI Heritage Month

    May is Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Comics feature diverse characters like Ms. Marvel, Shang-Chi, and Silk. Educators can use them for cultural discussions.