Education For Life Academy
Where Black History Lives!
For Teachers & Schools
EFLA's Standing on the Shoulders of Giants Black history curriculum was designed with the teacher and classroom in mind. Our curriculum conforms to Common Core State Standards for Social Studies and is structured to provide a joint learning experience for both teacher and student. No prior knowledge of Black history is necessary to teach the curriculum and no additional lesson planning is required. The curriculum is suitable for middle school and beyond and requires no extra books or materials. All course material, including Teaching and Study Guides are available online and can be accessed using a smartphone.
Curriculum Design
The curriculum consists of two parts with 10 Units that can be taught over the span of four semesters. Each homework assignment is between 60-90 minutes max. Each class accommodates 50-75 minute learning blocks, and includes a quiz, discussion session, and supplemental activities. Teachers have the option of following the curriculum as is, or may select lesson plans that correspond with their own curriculum. The curriculum can be integrated into a regular history class, taught in an after-school or academic enrichment program, or as a summer or Saturday school program.
Each class features a lesson plan that includes a Teaching Guide and a Study Guide, supplemental material, quiz, answer key, and class activities. Students have access to the EFLA website through a personalized user-name and password. Parents also have access to the website and Study Guide so that they are informed of all assignments.
Part 1 of the curriculum sets the foundation for the study of African history as it relates to African American history. It covers Ancient Africa (200,000 - 323 B.C.E) examining African history from the first Nile Valley civilizations to the fall of ancient Egypt to Greek rule. It then explores pre-colonial African history including the civilizations of ancient Kush, Ghana, Mali, Songhay, Great Zimbabewe, Zulu, Benin, Ashante and others.
Part 2 explores African American history from the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade (1400 - 1865 C.E.) to the present. It also examines the dispersion of African people throughout the Western hemisphere during the slave trade. This includes the West Indies, Central & South America as well as Canada.
Licensing Rates for Schools & Nonprofits
EFLA aspires to provide institutions interested in our curriculum with affordable access. Our licensing fees for schools and nonprofit organizations are as low as $19.99 per student. Please contact us to discuss specific licensing options for your school or organization.
Discounts for Teachers
EFLA loves teachers! We are happy to provide teachers with:
20% discount on the full curriculum
10% discount on individual Units
"Teaching this curriculum is as simple as it gets…students were eager to come to class and discuss what they learned...class was never boring!"
- Maria Peat, Teacher
Norview High School, Norfolk, VA
No lesson planning required! Quizzes and Common Core-aligned lesson plans provided for each class.
Learn as you teach! No prior knowledge of Black history needed. You learn alongside your students.
Teach like a pro! Our dynamic curriculum and engaging lesson plans will make you the star of the classroom!
