Chapin LibGuides: Class 7: Intro to Harlem Renaissance: Intro to the Time Period

Welcome

Welcome to the Class 7 Intro to the Harlem Renaissance

"The Harlem Renaissance took place during the 1920s. It was a time when the African American artistic community grew and flourished, producing a ton of work in a short period of time." - BrainPOP

1) Watch the entire BrainPop video by clicking on the picture at the right.

2) Review the video using the tabs above.

3) Feel free (but not obligated) to review the picture books we've highlighted. These helpful picture books will be on display in Ms. Hammond's classsroom.

a helpful picture book

Harlem Renaissance by Faith Ringgold (Illustrator)
Call Number: J PIC RIN
ISBN: 9780060579111
Publication Date: 2015-01-27
Caldecott Honor artist Faith Ringgold takes readers on an unforgettable journey through the Harlem Renaissance. Lonnie and his uncle go back to Harlem in the 1920s. Along the way, they meet famous writers, musicians, artists, and athletes, from Langston Hughes and W.E.B. Du Bois to Josephine Baker and Zora Neale Hurston and many more, who created this incredible period. And after an exciting day of walking with giants, Lonnie fully understands why the Harlem Renaissance is so important. Faith Ringgold's bold and vibrant illustrations capture the song and dance of the Harlem Renaissance while her story will captivate young readers, teaching them all about this significant time in our history. A glossary and further reading list are included in the back of the book.