Using African American Literature to Teach ELA Standards: Preschool–2nd Grade
Meaningful literature meets purposeful literacy instruction.
Teachers need resources that are practical enough for the classroom while still meeting the diverse needs of the children they teach.
Mary’s educational materials are grounded in years of experience as a teacher, reading specialist, interventionist, coach, and curriculum writer.
Her approach brings together culturally relevant literature, evidence-based literacy instruction, standards-aligned learning, and accessible classroom strategies.
Whether you are planning a literacy lesson, strengthening early reading skills, or introducing students to literature that reflects a wider range of experiences, these resources are designed to help make instruction purposeful and engaging.
“Mary’s resources make it easier to bring meaningful, culturally relevant literature into everyday classroom instruction. My students were engaged, curious, and excited to participate.”
Elementary School Teacher