Friday Stories Learning About Haiti: Haiti: 1

Award Winner in the Childrens Picture Book category of the 2020 Best Book Awardssponsored by American Book Fest.For the sixth grade students in Ms. Mélanges class Friday is the best day of the week. Because thats the day Ms. Mélange takes them on a new adventure through world history exploring the past and how it reflects our present. In this delightful history book Ms. Mélange takes her students through the tumultuous often ignored origins and cultural impact of Haiti. Tackling their fight of independence and the countrys struggles thereafter Friday Stories Learning About Haiti provides a nuanced thoughtful look at history that celebrates Haitis unique culture and diverse heritage.