Resources
Welcome to our Virtual Learning Lab. Below is an excellent list of practical resources for activists, teachers, parents, policy-makers, and students.  They promote progressive programs, lessons, and information that we can use to help both our sons and daughters reach their full potential. Thanks to these resources and activities, neither teachers, parents, nor students can in good conscience utter the phrase, “There is no homework to do today.”
 
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Check out these resource organizations.
  

Concerned Black Men
Concerned Black Men (CBM) was founded in 1975 when several Philadelphia police officers sponsored social events for kids at risk to gang violence. CBM’s vision was to fill the void of positive black male role models in many communities by providing mentors and programs that affirmed the care and discipline that all youth need, while providing opportunities for academic and career enrichment. While the vision of CBM’s founding members has expanded to include children and their parents nationwide, the philosophy of men offering themselves as positive role models to children has remained CBM’s mission for more than 30 years.

www.cbmnational.org
 

Greater Detroit Michigan Chapter of Concerned Black Men, Inc.
The mission of the Greater Detroit Michigan Chapter Of Concerned Black Men is to provide quality services and mentorship to our Black youth.

www.cbmdetroit.org


 


Black man reaching over wall to lift up his brother.

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Bureau of Labor Statistics
Career information for students in grades K-12.

www.bls.gov/k12


Advancement Project
Advancement Project is a democracy and justice action group. Using law, public policy and strategic communications, we act in partnership with local communities to advance universal opportunity, equity and access for those left behind in America.

www.advancementproject.org


The Children's Defense Fund
CDF provides a strong, effective voice for all the children of America who cannot vote, lobby, or speak for themselves.

www.childrensdefense.org


Justice Policy Institute
The mission of the Justice Policy Institute is to promote effective solutions to social problems and to be dedicated to ending society’s reliance on incarceration.

www.justicepolicy.org


The Sentencing Project
A national organization working for a fair and effective criminal justice system by promoting reforms in sentencing law and practice, and alternatives to incarceration.

www.sentencingproject.org


Guerrilla Funk Recordings
A musical organization that counters the corporate stranglehold of censorship currently plaguing the entertainment industry. It provides balance in this intolerant climate of suppression of free speech and artistic expression, and serves as a vehicle for those who are unable - not because of lack of talent or relevance - to be heard. There now exists a harmful double-standard at most record labels of endorsing artists who only espouse misogyny, mindless violence, and drug culture references in their music -- while at the same time ignoring artists who strive to enlighten and inspire. It is our pledge at Guerrilla Funk Recordings not to follow suit.

www.guerrillafunk.com


Council of Independent Black Institutions (CIBI)
Founded in 1972, the Council of Independent Black Institutions (CIBI) is an umbrella organization for independent Afrikan-centered schools and individuals who are advocates for Afrikan-centered education.

www.cibi.org


The Stolen Lives Project
The victims of brutal police cannot speak for themselves, but we can and we will. Read their cases online.

www.stolenlives.org



The National Center for Fair & Open Testing
The National Center for Fair & Open Testing (FairTest) works to end the misuses and flaws of standardized testing and to ensure that evaluation of students, teachers and schools is fair, open, valid and educationally beneficial.

www.fairtest.org
 


Technology Teaching Concepts, Ltd 
Forever Changing The Way Teachers Teach And The Way Students Learn. This website has been designed to "link" teachers to resources that will be useful in planning for instruction and to resources available for students as they engage in learning. 

www.techteachconcepts.com
 


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Kids, let’s learn and work to improve your academic knowledge and skills!  Teachers and adults, please assist them, or take some time-out to empower yourselves.

Connect For Kids
Connect for Kids gives visitors the information and tools they need to learn about issues affecting children, families, and communities and to take action to improve policies and programs, and, ultimately, the fabric of our nation as a whole.

www.connectforkids.org
 


Science Fair Projects
for all levels. We have hundreds of ideas for every science topic, from Astronomy to Zoology!

www.all-science-fair-projects.com


Rader's BIOLOGY4KIDS.COM
Biology4Kids.com! The web site that teaches the basics of biology and life science to everyone! Cell Structure, Plants, Microorganisms, Animal Systems, Cell Function, Vertebrates, Invertebrates, & Scientific Studies.

www.biology4kids.com


Rader's CHEM4KIDS.COM
Chem4Kids.com! The web site that teaches the basics of chemistry to everyone!
Matter, Elements, Atoms, & Chemical Reactions

www.chem4kids.com


Rader's PHYSICS4KIDS.COM
Physics4Kids.com! The web site that teaches the basics of physics to everyone!
Motion, Electricity & Magnetism, Light & Optics, Thermodynamics, Physics Qz, & Modern Physics

www.physics4kids.com


Teaching Kids Business
Introducing, preparing and launching kids into business

www.teachingkidsbusiness.com


My Teacher Tools
Crossword Puzzles, Word Searches, Mazes, and other Puzzles can be great learning tools for kids. Here is a collection of Puzzle and Maze Tools to help!

www.myteachertools.com/puzzles.php


A to Z Teacher Stuff
Teacher Resources, Lesson Plans, Themes, Tips, Printables, and more.

http://tools.atozteacherstuff.com/


Starfall
A free website that teaches children to read through phonics activities and games

www.starfall.com


4tests.com
Free practice exams for the GED, SAT, ACT, TOEFL, and NCLES.

www.4tests.com



Social Studies For Kids
This site covers history, geography, economics, cultures, current events, holidays, religions, languages, archaeology, and much more!

www.socialstudiesforkids.com



Rader's GEOGRAPHY4KIDS.COM
Geography4Kids.com! The web site that teaches physical geography and earth science basics to everyone! Earth Structure, Atmosphere, Biosphere, Restart Quiz, Earth Energy, Climate, & Hydrosphere!

www.geography4kids.com


How To Study
A free study skills resource site.

www.how-to-study.com
 


Cumberland County AVA Center
A list of African-American/Black history and civil rights movement websites.

www.cumbavac.org/Black_History.htm
 


Rader's NUMBERNUT.COM
NumberNut.com! The web site that teaches the basics of math to everyone!
Multiplication, Addition, Fractions, Shapes-Colors, Numbers, Subtraction, & Division.

www.numbernut.com


A Modern History of Blacks in Mathematics
A history of the world’s greatest modern and ancient Black mathematicians and scientists.

www.math.buffalo.edu/mad/madhist.html


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It’s time for some educational fun and games.

Space
Explore the galaxies or learn about the latest space exploration technology from your computer desktop.

www.space.com


NOGGIN

Interactive online games that will stimulate, challenge and engage your kids at every turn.

www.noggin.com


PBS Kids
Fun, educational television programs for kids of all ages.

www.pbskids.org
 


Discovery Kids
An American digital cable television channel, owned by Discovery Communications with programming for education of children.

www.discoverykids.com


PuzzleMaker
A puzzle generation tool for teachers, students and parents. Create and print customized word search, criss-cross, math puzzles, and more using your own word lists.

http://puzzlemaker.discoveryeducation.com


Fact Monster - Games
Make learning fun with these games that teach students facts and statistics on a wide variety of subjects.

www.factmonster.com/games.html


Black History Month Spiral Puzzle Worksheet

www.teach-nology.com/worksheets/soc_studies/blackhistory/spiral/index.html


Black Dog's Math and Science Fun
Fun games that teach students about math and science.

www.blackdog.net/games/math


Poptropica

Explore, Collect, Compete

www.funbrain.com


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Improving Health Awareness.

Healthy Soul Food - Cooking Traditional Soul Foods in A Healthy Way
Introducing you to the concept of preparing and enjoying healthier soul food meals.

www.soulfoodandsoutherncooking.com/healthy-soul-food.html


BMHO

Health information that focuses on Black male patients and their health

www.bmho.org



Natural Health and Longevity Resource Center

The latest in natural health, alternative medicine, holistic medicine, alternative therapies, herbal medicine, natural healing, herbs, fitness, medicinal herbs, nutritional therapies, complementary therapies, longevity research, physical health, mental health, and spiritual health.

www.all-natural.com

 


Gardening with Kids

 

Turn digging in the dirt into a lifetime of love and respect for nature. Save up to 27%: subscribe to Organic Gardening. PLUS get a free gift and a FREE book!

 

www.organicgardening.com
 



Growing Power 

Land trust supporting people from diverse backgrounds, and the environments in ... Take a virtual tour of our Milwaukee Facility.
 

 



Ken's Aroma Wellness 

Kenny Anderson's health blog.
 

 



Psychiatric Drug Facts with Dr. Peter Breggin: 

Peter R. Breggin MD, psychiatrist, author and medical expert provides up to date information on psychiatric drugs, adverse drug effects, and recent criminal malpractice, and product liability.
 

 


 

Vaccine Truth

WHO Flu Symptoms - CDC Safety
Vaccine safety - is it possible? The WHO, CDC, and FDA say all vaccines are safe. Know the Truth. Vaccine side effects are real.
 

 


 

 

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