The Hate U Give + Resources by Joanna Lynn Fithian

3 Ways to Speak English

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-28 19:50:12 UTC

We were shown this video as a cohort in Methods I last year, and it will forever be something I pull into my classrooms when linguistic justice is a central aspect of the unit. Through this video, Jamila Lyiscott displays the method of code-switching by emphasizing her "tongues" in school, with family, and with friends. This video pairs so well directly with the mentor text, because our protagonist displays code-switching as well.

Chance the Rapper

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-28 20:14:16 UTC

Within this video, we see how artist Chance the Rapper changed the music industry by giving away his music for free. As a video offering a different perspective we see how he has used his voice and music to create social change.

The Hate U Give

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 18:27:30 UTC

This novel has been chosen to be the central text of the unit because of how it addresses racial injustice, systematic issues, and the importance of Black Voices. The book follows a 16-year-old female protagonist who experiences systematic racism as she navigates transformative life events. The linguistic justice aspect is woven throughout the novel as the theme of the power of Black language. "From the lyrics of hip-hop to the teachings of the Black Panthers, language in The Hate U Give is a tool for education, justice, and speaking truth to power". As our schools and classrooms are diversifying so are the needs for more diverse, inclusive novels.

The Rose that Grew from Concrete

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:15:08 UTC

This poem by Tupac is a piece focusing on resilience and hope. It delivers a powerful message about individual strength and the capacity for positive transformation, using the image of a rose breaking through concrete to convey its profound themes.

Learning How to Code-Switch: Humbling, But Necessary

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:15:43 UTC

Code-switching is a term that describes how a speaker alternates between communication styles in different contexts. In this informational text, Eric Deggans discusses his experiences changing how he communicates based on the person he is interacting with and the culture he is navigating.

How to Tame a Wild Tongue

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:16:11 UTC

"How to Tame a Wild Tongue" is an essay by Gloria Anzaldúa that explores the complex relationship between language, identity, and cultural heritage. It hits on points such as code-switching, linguistic oppression, language as identity, and more.

Interview with Angie Thomas

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:16:45 UTC

This is an interview with the author of our mentor text, The Hate You Give. Angie Thomas unpacks the inspiration for her novel touching on movements such as black lives matter, and how police brutality has impacted her life.

We Real Cool

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:17:01 UTC

"We Real Cool" is a brief yet powerful poem that captures the essence of youthful rebellion, the consequences of nonconformity, and the potential pitfalls of a carefree lifestyle. Through its concise language and stark imagery, the poem invites readers to contemplate the lives of the characters and the broader societal issues it addresses. It dives deep into a vernacular style, using language that reflects the speech patterns of the characters.

If Black English Isn't a Language, Then Tell Me, What Is?

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:17:50 UTC

This article written by James Baldwin confronts the stigmatization of African American English (AAE) and challenges the dismissive attitude toward it. He hits on points such as cultural and historical aspects of language and language as a tool of oppression.

The danger of silence

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:18:08 UTC

Clint Smith is a teacher, poet, and aspiring doctoral student at Harvard University. Smith talks about the danger of silence in this TED talk by describing the consequences of choosing to remain silent in the face of injustice.

Talking Black in America

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:18:29 UTC

"Talking Black in America" is a documentary that explores the linguistic diversity and cultural significance of African-American English (AAE).

The Negro Speaks of Rivers

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:19:03 UTC

This poem written by Langston Hughes is a cultural masterpiece. It connects African-American heritage and culture to various rivers.

The Hate U Give - Film

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:19:41 UTC

This resource is the film adaptation of the novel The Hate You Give written by Angie Thomas. Directed by George Tillman Jr., this novel is 2 hours and 25 minutes. It follows the story of Starr Carter as she switches between two worlds.

Black English Matters

jlf70420_ — 2023-11-29 19:24:57 UTC

Within this article, JSTOR writer Chi Luu describes how people who criticize African American Vernacular English don’t see that it shares grammatical structures with more “prestigious” languages. It breaks down the structures historically and grammatically of African-American English.