Our Black History Projects

About the Book

Mr. Banner introduces Black History Month to the class by presenting as Carter G. Woodson. All of Antoine's classmates immediately decide which African American they want to present. Antoine takes awhile to decide on the African American that inspires his every day life. Friday is the presentation day and a very exciting day.

About the Author

Cody Elizabeth Handy, born in Michigan, teaches elementary school in Baltimore City and is an associate faculty member at Johns Hopkins University. She likes to write stories about classroom events students encounter. She hopes to help students realize they are not alone when it comes to overcoming some challenges of school.