Black History Month
Ce mois de Février est consacré à l'histoire des Afro-Américains. Comment ce sujet est-il inclus dans nos cours ? Et comment pourriez-vous en apprendre davantage ? Nous sommes heureux de partager ces ressources avec vous. N'oubliez pas de les consulter tout au long du mois - nous y ajouterons des informations au fur et à mesure.
Dessiner à la manière de Lois Mailou Jones, artiste afro-américaine
Certains de nos élèves, de CP et CE1 & CE2 immersion, ont appris les techniques de dessin de Lois Mailou Jones et se sont exercés à réaliser leurs propres illustrations dans le style de cette incroyable artiste afro-américaine. Ils étaient impatients d'essayer ses nouvelles techniques et ont fait un magnifique travail en rendant hommage à cette peintre et illustratrice exceptionnelle ! Vous pouvez les admirer dans la gallerie d'images ci-dessus !
Art afro-américain avec les classes d'arts plastiques de 4e
Dans le cadre du programme de vidéoconférences en classe organisé par le Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM), nos élèves de 4e ont participé à une session dédiée à la célébration du patrimoine des artistes afro-américains. Ils ont pu découvrir la diversité des œuvres d'art créées par ces artistes et les événements historiques, sociaux et culturels, ainsi que les expériences de vie, qui ont inspiré leur travail. Cette présentation (voir les captures d'écran sur Facebook) et la discussion leur ont permis de :
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Réfléchir et discuter de la diversité des styles et des sujets représentés dans les œuvres des artistes afro-américains ;
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Comprendre l'influence des traditions africaines, ainsi que des mouvements sociaux et politiques des XIXe et XXe siècles, sur le travail des artistes afro-américains ;
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Utiliser le vocabulaire visuel pour formuler des observations et des interprétations des œuvres d'art.
Les élèves se sont ensuite inspirés de ces oeuvres pour créer les leurs !
8th graders inspired by African American Artists works by Rochambeau, The French International School on Exposure
February is Black History Month. How is this topic being included in our classes? And how might you learn more? We are happy to share these resources with you. Be sure to check back throughout the month - we'll be adding more information all month long.
Drawing in the style of Lois Mailou Jones, African-American Artist
Some of our 1st, 2nd & 3rd graders learned about the techniques of Lois Mailou Jones and practiced making their own illustrations in the style of this amazing African American artist. They were eager to try their new techniques and did a beautiful job honoring this exceptional painter and illustrator! We invite you to admire their work by clicking on the gallery images at the top of this page.
Virtual Class programs in African-American Art
As part of the program of classroom videoconferences organized by The Smithsonian American Art Museum (SAAM), our 8th graders participated in a session dedicated on Celebrating the heritage of African American Artists. They learn about the diverse body of artwork created by these artists and the historical, social, and cultural events, as well as the life experiences, that inspired their work. This presentation (see screenshots on our Facebook page) and discussion allowed them to:
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Reflect upon and discuss the diversity of styles and subject matter represented in African American artists’ work;
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Understand the influence of African traditions, as well as the social and political movements of the 19th and 20th centuries, on the work of African American artists;
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Use visual vocabulary to articulate observations and interpretations of artworks.
Resources for you to learn more
Education is one of the most powerful tools at our disposal. In honor of Black History Month, here is a collection of resources that you can use to educate yourself on the accomplishments and struggles of the Black community both past and present.
This Padlet is a work of progress that could never truly be completed; we will continue adding resources, so if there is a subject you would like to learn more about or if you have any suggestions, please reach out at percys@rochambeau.org and sticklem@rochambeau.org.
Books recommendations from our Teachers and Staff
Another Collection of 2021 resources:
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National Park Service: The history and heritage of Black Americans are preserved and shared in many parks across the country.
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Six ways to honor Black History Month in Greater Washington national parks
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Outdoor exhibition "Men of Change: Taking it to the Streets” by the Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
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Calendar of events for the 2021 Virtual Black History Month Festival of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History
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35th Annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (watch online through Feb. 28)
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Visual Literacy and Re-Imagining History: The Global Struggles for Freedom
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The Origins of Black History Month (History.com)
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National Geographic for Kids: An interactive collection for young learners
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Prominent figures in the struggle for Civil Rights (Biography.com)
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Library of Congress collection of speeches, laws, presidential proclamations and other historic primary source materials.
Special thanks to our History-Geography Teacher Sandra Percy and our Art Teacher Henriette Angoulvant for their contributions to this collection.
Our Libraries collection includes many books, periodicals and articles worthy of your exploration.
Click here to access a selection curated by our librarian Helene Charlet for the Secondary students.
Click here to access a selection curated by our librarian Elodie Domenge for the Primary students.
Check back with us - we will be adding more resources all month.