Ruby's Notes

This is can be printed as a poster. Ubuntu is an African philosophy of humanism in which your sense of self is shaped by your relationships with other people. In the classroom, this philosophy fosters what the Nguzo Saba refers to as collective work and responsibility. I have successfully used this call and response as a classroom management tool. At the bottom are featured two Adinkra Symbols (left to right): Aroma Ntoaso - a symbol of agreement, togetherness, and unity. Boa me na me mmoa wo

Essential Questions:What is the meaning of freedom?How do we define freedom?Objective:Students will explore ideas about the meaning of freedom and the responsiblity to protect them. This worksheet is appropriate for any age. Use this worksheet as a launch activity for various Social Studies units or in observation of Black History Month; recognizing how African Americans can redefine freedom post enslavement.

This assignment makes an excellent extra credit assignment in ELA or Social Studies. This short-read explores the influences that made up the majority of Thomas Fortune's education. As a leading 20th century journalist, orator, and speech writer, Fortune's success was grounded in his passionate commitment to the free press. After reading, students are asked to recall key facts and encouraged to reflect on the relevance of his experience today.

This assignment makes an excellent extra credit assignment in ELA or Social Studies. This short-read explores the story of Booker T. Washington's educational journey. As a leading 20th century educator, orator, and politician, Washington's success was grounded in his passionate commitment to education. After reading, students are asked to recall key facts and encouraged to reflect on the relevance of his experience today.

This assignment makes an excellent extra credit assignment in ELA or Social Studies. This short-read explores the story of W.E.B. DuBois' educational journey. As a leading 20th century thought leader and human rights' advocate, his commitment was fortified in adolescence. After reading, students are asked to recall key facts and encouraged to reflect on the relevance of his experience today.

This assignment makes an excellent extra credit assignment in ELA or Social Studies. This short-read explores the story of Ida B Well's educational journey. As an advocate for anti-lynching laws and other human right's issues, her commitment to justice was fortified by her adolescent experiences. After reading, students are asked to recall key facts and encouraged to reflect on the relevance of her experience today.

This poster can be used to remind teachers and students what mastery of skill requires.