World Book Day 2022 meets #TBH365
Happy World Book Day!
At The Black Curriculum, we are committed to ensuring that the teaching of Black British history is made accessible to all, young and old.
Our #TBH365 campaign calls for the embedding of Black British history in the national curriculum. This means not only engaging with Black British History in the month of October, but all year round. As part of our campaign, we believe that students and educators alike, need to feel supported and empowered when learning or teaching Black British history. Our much-loved book lists are curated to make learning these histories accessible, and enjoyable.
So, we’ve compiled all of our book-related resources from the past 2 years, and listed them all in one place - enjoy!
Teacher Reading Recommendations: Pedagogy, Racial Literacy & Education
We worked with a list of respected teacher platforms who all shared their top reads on pedagogy & racial literacy. This is a great line up of resources for educators who don’t know where to start or for those looking for new reads.
TBC Book Series [Coming soon]
Looking for child-friendly books on Black British history? Want to diversify your school reading list or local library? We've partnered with DK Books to publish a series of three books on Black British History in August 2022. Aimed at children aged 8 and upwards, the books will feature stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain.
5 Black Owned Book Stores you can support in the UK
There are a number of UK bookstores who share our commitment to making learning accessible for all communities. These stores are vital to the archiving of history, and the distribution of diverse authors, characters and narratives.
9 Books to read on Black British Servicemen and Women in World War 1 & 2
Were you ever taught about any Black servicemen in school? Here are some of our favourite titles about the contributions of Black men and women during wartime.
8 Black British Reads which explore love in all it’s forms. [A Valentine’s Day Special]
Many of us love a good love story, where it be romantic, familial, plutonic, or self-love. Check out our list of Black British books which explore some of these topics in a variety of contexts. List includes options for adult fiction, as well as young adult reads.
TBC ZINES: Hair Stories [Digital]
Hair Stories is a collection of artwork, stories, tips & much more! Special contributors include Charlotte Mensah, author of Good Hair and thrice crowned ‘Afro Hairdresser of the Year’, Alice Dearing, Olympic Swimmer and champion of sports inclusivity, and The Halo Code. Alongside beautiful illustrations and TBC team contributions, we hope this Zine will empower you with further knowledge about the beauty, versatility and all-round magic of Black hair!
Windrush Reading List
A compilation of six reads for adults and children that define the Windrush experience. The books capture the Caribbean voices and the spirit of the Windrush generation and are a great way to educate, honour and inspire. The books capture the Caribbean voices and the spirit of the Windrush generation and are a great way to educate, honour and inspire.
I’ve Got A Diverse Range Of Books, What Can I Do Next? [Guest blog]
Our guest writer, Jessica Tacon, details the importance of having a diverse collection of books and guides us through things to consider, alongside obtaining diverse books.
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The Black Curriculum is an arts based social enterprise that teaches Black British History in schools and out of schools to young people around the UK. Learn more.