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Annie Gordon is what we call a "Sensei" Mentor at BackList. She's a master educator with over 30 years in education, and an integral part of BackList's success. With her knowledge and experience in shaping young minds, Annie plans to continue to share with educators. In the e-booklet Educators are Creatives learn...
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Some of them brought in journals that they've been writing in for years. One young lady showed me one of several stories that she was working on stored in her Mac laptop. Another student was writing a novel on her iPod. Another was an accomplished slam poet.
What ReNEWal Means to: Tony Muhammad
Renewal is having the knowledge, talent and opportunity to re-invent oneself in order to effect a significant material transformative change in one's own environment. It is a process that begins within the inner-workings of one's mind, with the cultivation of a new attitude, aim and purpose.
The Hurston/Wright Creative Writing Workshop for Teens provides new opportunities for students who are interested in creative writing to develop their writing and reading skills in a nurturing group setting that celebrates Black literature. Most importantly, this tuition-free creative writing workshop will enable students to become effective communicators, a skill which will benefit them throughout their educational, and occupational careers.
Using Music & Lyrics to Enlighten
It's the beginning of the spring season in March on the City College campus, as students prepare for the final week of school before spring break. Adam Freas -- or Freas as he's known by most -- leans back in his office chair while Phonte from the rap group Little Brother is heard faintly in the background.
My first YA novel, actually, correction, my first novel, PATTERSON HEIGHTS was recently chosen by the American Library Association as a 2010 Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers.
I had the pleasure to visit Ocean County Public Library system for three days in July. It was a packed few days. During my time there, I facilitated four interactive workshops for teens at a juvenile detention center and at three branch libraries. The theme of the workshops was "This is Me" and the young people had the opportunity to create soundtracks to their lives.
Need a Speaker?
Fall is right around the corner and many schools and organizations will begin planning for Spring events. If you're in need of a speaker, consider...me. I know, blatant self-promo. But I wouldn't suggest myself if I didn't believe in the programming I provide.
The Mosaic Literary Conference (formerly known as Re:Verse) provides a platform for literature-based creative thinking and knowledge sharing. Each year we invite educators, arts organizations, and parents to participate. MLC is presented by The Literary Freedom Project, a 501(c)3 tax-exempt not-for-profit arts organization that supports the literary arts through education, creative thinking, and new media.
Free Books!
Empower your students. Help them to strive for excellence. This summer we're offering two ways for high schools, colleges, and college prep programs to get The Guide to Excellence to their students.
THE BRIDGE IS OVER is a comprehensive electronic resource for educators and youth workers packed with innovative techniques, ideas, and concepts to engage youth using the power of words. This exciting endeavor comes in response to the growing questions of our times: How do we connect youth with literature and foster an appreciation of words?
In an effort to encourage and inspire youth to read and use the power of their voice, Grammy® winner, actor and children's author Common, launches the first national online book club at www.commongroundfoundation.org/thecorner.html. The Corner book club is an interactive way for 8th-12th grade students to learn and to talk about reading materials that are relevant to their life.
Librarians on Street Lit
School Library Journal recently published an article about the opinions of librarians regarding street lit. Here's a snippet:
The Corner: Online Teen Book Club
BackList is pleased to announce that we are the editorial partner for The Corner Book Club, an initiative of the artist Common and his organization, The Common Ground Foundation. Aligning with our mission, this new endeavor is an exciting, and important way for us to continue to connect young people with the power of words.
Words of Wisdom Essay Contest
In celebration of Black History Month and in support of educational opportunities within the communities we serve, Alltel is proud to present the Words of Wisdom essay contest.
We are so excited. The second issue of THE BRIDGE IS OVER is ready! And it's bigger and better!
Comics in the Classroom
Publishers Weekly has a great article about the use of comics and graphic novels in the classroom. With the literacy work we do with young people, BackList sees this shift as VERY NECESSARY.
More Books for Black Teens
Talk to a YA editor or take a stroll through that section at your local bookstore and it's evident that there's a growing number of books aimed at the young adult market--and those numbers include more titles geared specifically to African-American teens.
Shout-out to Tony Muhammad, hip-hop educators and a friend of THE MESSAGE, for writing this report to document all that's going on in the other world of hip-hop. I was upset I couldn't attend the conference, so I'm thankful for this review of events.
Barack's Plan for Artists
If Barack Obama's plan for the arts is really made a reality, some of the pressures put on us artists may be alleviated. Additionally, our young people will be reintroduced to the power of the arts in their schools. Our kids desperately needthe arts in their lives.
Teen Read Week October 12-17, 2008
Teen Read Week™ is a national literacy initiative of the Young Adult Library Services Association aimed at teens, their parents, librarians, educators, booksellers and others who share a love for word.
Remixing the Art of Social Change
This is a two day teach-in dedicated to capacity building for hip-hop non-profits, non profits using hip-hop and non profits that self identify as working with the hip-hop generation.
Educator and artist Gabriel "Asheru" Benn has a dope program that uses hip-hop to teach and reinforce literacy skills.
Re:Verse Festival Call for Proposals
The Re:Verse Literary Conference & Festival provides a platform for literature-based creative thinking and knowledge sharing. Each year we invite educators, community and arts organizations, and artists to participate.
Felicia Pride on ReNEWal
BackList Shop
Resources to inspire your inner creative (that includes you too, educators!)... (read more)
Creative Entreprenuers! Spark Your Fire
THE FIRE STARTER SESSIONS is: an e-book meets video transmission of acumen and love. You: are likely sitting on an empir... (read more)
THE MESSAGE Hip-Hop & Literarcy Enrichment Program
Order Your Signed Copy of THE MESSAGE today! Educational institutions around the country--including high schools, out-of... (read more)
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