The inspiring true story of Baroness Floella Benjamin follows her journey from Trinidad to London, as part of the Windrush generation. At ten, she sailed for two weeks with her siblings, only to face a cold and unwelcoming England—far from what she had imagined—before rising to the House of Lords. This story illustrates Black History in the United Kingdom.

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Game, Set, Sisters! The Story of Venus and Serena Williams follows the inspiring journey of two legendary athletes who made Black History, from their humble beginnings on a crumbling Compton tennis court to their triumphs on the world’s biggest stages. Despite facing adversity—illness, family loss, and racism—they persevered, proving their strength and resilience with every swing.

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Before Jesse Owens was an Olympic gold medalist, he was a poor kid in a big family. His speed caught the eye of a high school teacher, leading him to train seriously and make Black History at the Olympics, where he faced fierce competitors and racist assumptions, breaking world records while winning medals.

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Kevin's family is celebrating the seven days of Kwanzaa, a vibrant part of Black History! Kevin helps his mom decorate the Kwanzaa table, lights candles with Grandma and Grandpa, and learns a special word each day. They talk about working together and solving problems. On the sixth day, everyone eats and dances at a big feast!

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Originally performed for ESPN's The Undefeated, this powerful poem celebrates Black History in the United States, honoring the resilience forged through slavery, the civil rights movement, and the perseverance of history’s greatest heroes. Interwoven with the words of Martin Luther King Jr., Langston Hughes, and Gwendolyn Brooks, it reflects on past triumphs while highlighting the strength and spirit of those thriving today.

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