The words of these Black poets cut to the core of the human experience and the realities of being Black in America ...

Women of Influence will celebrate Black History Month and honor educator Claudia B. Jones with its “Night of Prose and Poetry ...

There comes a time in everyone’s life when changes are made that affect one’s lifestyle. In fact, from infancy, our lives are affected by change. It’s easy to reflect on our own trips ...

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Through my work with young people, I've developed concrete ways to connect with kids who are hurting. Here are just a few of ...

Jack is amazing, he’s been a teacher and poet for years and he is so much fun to work with because he's funny and has so many ...

Concert event Feb. 23 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Massillon will showcase poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar in Black History ...

Gianni Rodari used puns, topsy-turvyism and zany names to invent stories for children and help children invent their own.

History books can only cover so much, and most of us haven’t cracked one open since we were in college. But if you want to ...

The Independent’s agony aunt Victoria Richards is here to help. Email [email protected] for advice on love, work, family and relationships ...

Discover how a dandelion grows from a delicate fluffy seed into a bright yellow flower, enjoy beautiful poems which lift the ...

Jeffrey hopes his poetry touches a nerve with his readers—whether it’s their hearts, souls, or funny bones. More than anything, Jeffrey hopes his verses provoke thought. Here I Sit is available for ...