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The Decolonized Bookshelf:Books From Diverse Authors & Perspectives, Ages 11-14
Alycia Wright, M.Ed
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(1,517)
This ongoing book club meets twice a month to discuss books written by diverse authors and stories that are sure to inspire, enlighten, and provide an authentic voice for the storyline. **(Historical Fiction & Historical Non-Fiction Genres)
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Each month we will read two books under the genre of Historical Fiction or Historical Non-Fiction. All titles will be authored by people of color and/or members of other historically marginalized groups. To decolonize your bookshelf means to take a look at the stories being told and consider who is telling those stories and their lens. To look at where stories take place, the events or characters and make sure the voice telling those stories is a member of that community or among those most...
Students will learns about people, places, and events in history all from a decolonized viewpoint. Students will engage in discussions with peers about the books as well as how this lens may be different from more common westernized telling of the same story/event/perspective.
I am a license k-12 educator with a background in history. I currently offer several history classes on Outschool. I have taught middle school history classes for numerous home school cooperatives, independent and public schools. I am the Director of Radical Inclusion for a national non-profit that seeks to center the voices of the most marginalized in political and social systems.
Homework Offered
students should read the assigned book prior to our class discussion.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Please see booklists above as they will change monthly.
parents please review all books to make sure they are appropriate for your child. Each book chosen has been listed by the publisher as within the suggested age range for the class. These books are all historical fiction and non-fiction.
see booklists with authors above
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(1,517)
I am an experienced and licensed educator of over ten years. My expertise is in reading, comprehension and phonetic training. I have certifications in Exceptional Education, Gifted Education and Instructional Technology. I enjoy teaching many...
Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
6-12 learners per class
