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Debating the development of civilization in Egypt and Greece, this collection of essays explores European misconceptions of African history. Featuring contributions from some of the top scholars in African American studies, this book analyzes the inconsistencies erupting from academic and Eurocentric reports on ancient culture. It explores such questions as "If the pyramids were built in 2800 B.C. and Greek civilization began around 700 B.C., ...

The central topic of this cross-disciplinary work is the theory of "Afrocentricity, " which mandates that Africans be viewed as subjects rather than objects, and looks at how this philosophy, ethos, and world view gives Africans a better understanding of how to interpret issues affecting their communities. History, psychology, sociology, literature, economics, and education are explored, including discussions on Washingtonianism, Garveyism, Du...

Why are there more African American males in prison than college? Why does an African American male have a greater life expectancy in African than America? This book answers these questions, telling readers how to keep the African American male alive, sane, prospering, and developing his full potential.

Readers learn the secrets of staying together and how to be selective when choosing a mate.

A celebration of African American culture and history, this full color children's book will give children and their parents some direction as to what the hip hop phenomenon is all about.

Advice for parents, educators, community, and church members is provided in this guide for ensuring that African American boys grow up to be strong, committed, and responsible African American men. This book answers such questions as "Why are there more black boys in remedial and special education classes than girls? Why are more girls on the honor roll? When do African American boys see a positive black male role model? Is the future of black...

Contending that the media and the black community allocate too much of their efforts to talking about the problems afflicting the African American community, this book attempts to reverse that trend by offering solutions in many areas, including education, family, health, economics, politics, organizing, and Afrocentricity. Concerned that one-third of black America and one-half of its children live below the poverty line, activist and educator...

Originally released in 1933, "The Mis-Education of the Negro" continues to resonate today, raising questions that readers are still trying to answer. The impact of slavery on the Black psyche is explored and questions are raised about our education system, such as what and who African Americans are educated for, the difference between education and training, and which of these African Americans are receiving. Woodson provides solutions to thes...

How to reduce the dropout rate and motivate black children.

Intended for parents and teachers of African American students, this book provides strategies for correcting the racial achievement gap in upper-grade mathematics. Advice is provided on instilling confidence in African American students and on teaching math in a less sterile and theoretical way. Also explored is how critical thinking skills are essential in understanding math. A wealth of ideas is provided on creating relevant word problems to...

Difficulty in finding a compatible mate is a problem typically voiced by women. Many men, however, face this same challenge and have similar complaints about the opposite sex. Written in fictional prose, this book shares the thoughts and concerns of black men who are looking for good black women with whom to share their lives.

Brief biographies of predominantly contemporary African Americans from the fields of science, government, education, business, religion, literature, the arts, athletics, and entertainment.

175 historically organized biographies of famous African Americans in education, science, music, and more.

Brief biographies of predominantly contemporary African Americans from the fields of science, government, education, business, religion, literature, the arts, athletics, and entertainment.

For every single, black woman, this guide provides complete information to achieving successful lifestyle change, health, wealth, love, and happiness.

What are black women to do when the divorce rate for African Americans is 66 percent? Finding and keeping Mr. Right just became easier with this book of simple wisdom that mothers should have passed on to their daughters. Women will find insights into which men to avoid, personal safety, having a life outside a mate, maintaining stability, and mutual values on child-rearing. Included are 14 steps for keeping the man once she has found him, fro...

The relationship between self-esteem and student achievement is analyzed in this book.

In a world that judges your child's worth and beauty on the external, this book teaches children that beauty starts from within and flows outward.