Columbia University
Columbia University Libraries: Notable New Yorkers: Kenneth Clark
Read about Kenneth Clark, an influential black educator and psychologist. You can also listen to the interview on which this profile is based.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Spirit of Nationalism: Phillis Wheatley
Phillis Wheatley, an African-American slave, is featured for her neoclassical poetry of pre-nineteenth century America. Click on "Phillis Wheatley Activities" for more resources.
American Library Association
American Library Association (Ala): Coretta Scott King Award Winners
The Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners are listed in chronological order from the present back to 1970. The purpose of the award is also explained. Many awards winners also feature a brief synopsis.
Utah State University
A Mini Unit of Gwendolyn Brooks
Nice lesson plan for grades 5-6 that explores poetry and personal expression through the work of Gwendolyn Brooks. Has lots of activities but could easily be modified for time. Has nearly everything you need to do the lesson!
Scholastic
Scholastic: The Land by Mildred D. Taylor
This resource provides a description and a discussion guide for the book The Land by Mildred D. Taylor. This book was presented with the Coretta Scott King Award in 2002.
Other
Lesson Plan: Writing a Haiku
Check out this instructional activity on haiku that includes samples by Richard Wright. Students and teachers will benefit from this educational tool.
Other
Book Club Lesson Plan: The Watsons Go to Birmingham
Explore this comprehensive book club lesson plan for "The Watsons Go to Brimingham-- 1963," by Christopher Paul Curtis.
Other
University of Mississippi: Mississippi Writers Page: Richard Wright (1908 1960)
This site from the University of Mississippi provides biographical information on black American author, Richard Wright (1908-1960 CE). A list of his works is also included.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: James Baldwin Lesson Plans
Learn more about James Baldwin's life and work when you visit this site. Check out this educational resource featuring links to other sites on this author.
Other
Reading Group guides.com: Black Boy
This site features a reading group lesson plan for the book "Black Boy" by Richard Wright. Students and teachers will benefit from the informational discussion questions listed.
Other
Reading Group Guide: Native Son
Have you ever read the book "Native Son" by Richard Wright? This site offers a reading group guide for this novel. Students and teachers will benefit from this educational resource.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Becoming Visible: James Baldwin
James Baldwin is presented in this biography as a great African American contributor to the literary world during the civil rights movement. See "James Baldwin Activities" for more information.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Becoming Visible: Gwendolyn Brooks
Writer Gwendolyn Brooks is presented in this biography for her contributions to African American literature. Click on "Gwendolyn Brooks Activities" for related artifacts and activities.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Christopher Paul Curtis
Lesson plans, student activites, and biographical resources for the career and works of Christopher Paul Curtis: Bud, not Buddy and The Watsons go to Birmingham--1963.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Sharon M. Draper
Explore the works of the author Sharon M. Draper when you visit this comprehensive site. This online resource if filled with links to specific titles.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Angela Johnson's Biography
Come and discover more about the author Angela Johnson when you visit this site. This resource provides a brief biography of the author and a full booklist of her work.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Christopher Paul Curtis
Find out more about the award-winning author Christopher Paul Curtis when you explore this site. This resource provides biographical information, a booklist, and an interview transcript.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Eloise Greenfield Biography
Discover how Eloise Greenfield became an author when you explore this biography of her. This site also features a booklist for this award winning author.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Sharon M. Draper
Visit this resource to learn more about the author Sharon M. Draper. Provides a biography and photograph of this author.
New York Times
New York Times: Books: James Baldwin: Reflections of a Maverick
The conversation between Baldwin and Julius Lester is distilled here as they speak about writing, other writers, and
Scholastic
Scholastic: Walter Dean Myers's Biography
Find out more about the author Walter Dean Myers when you explore this resource. This resource features a biography of the 1997 Coretta Scott King Award Winner, a booklist of his work, and an interview transcript.
African American Literature Book Club
African American Literature Book Club: Jean Toomer
A biography of Jean Toomer and links to two editions of his book Cane.
Black Past
Black Past: Baldwin, James
This encyclopedia article gives a brief outline of the life of James Baldwin, influential author, playwright, and social commentator.
Black Past
Black Past: Hughes, Langston
This encyclopedia article is a brief biography of Langston Hughes, the influential poet during the Harlem Renaissance.