MOTHER AND DAUGHTER RELEASE BLACK HISTORY & HANDWRITING BOOKS

(right) Dr. Dorothy Towns-Thompson and (left) Antonette Parker
(right) Dr. Dorothy Towns-Thompson and (left) Antonette Parker

 

MOTHER AND DAUGHTER RELEASE BLACK HISTORY & 

HANDWRITING BOOKS

 

Noted educator, Dr. Dorothy Towns-Thompson and her daughter, Antonette Parker, a teacher, have co-authored three Black History and Writing books for students.

"A Handwriting and Black History Book" – Volumes 1, 2, and 3 will be released on Saturday, February 25th, in connection with Black History Month at a forum at 11824 S. Western Ave., Chicago, from 11:30 A.M. The books, written for children of all ages, focusing on the experiences of Black people, were published by NAD Thompson and Associates, a new publishing firm in Chicago."

"The books address Illinois' Standards for Language Arts, Social Studies, and Social Emotional Learning. Our books highlight manuscript and cursive writing skills, the achievements of men, women, and youth who have influenced others or shown leadership," said Towns-Thompson." She stated, "Their perseverance and successes have encouraged many to do something and not give up."

Each book cover has a distinctive color influenced by the Ghanaian Flag.

Book One is "Gold," with colorful pages for primary children and the adults who read to them. Each book uses different historical figures, with manuscript print and practice sheets. Book Two is "Green" for intermediate students and has the exact format followed by Book I, but the handwriting practice is cursive." Parker also said, "The third book cover is burnt orange for students in upper grades or higher, and each letter of the alphabet includes two noteworthy historical figures."

"Other features of the book include a motivational word for each letter of the alphabet, a definition or explanation of the word, historical figures, and locations. The facts, photos, and biographies encourage youth to do more research. There are additional blank practice handwriting sheets and a guide for holding a pencil or pen," Parker added.

 Towns-Thompson has over 30 years of experience as an educator, alcohol and drug prevention professional, administrator, and ordained minister. She received her bachelor's and master's degrees from Chicago State University, and in 2018 she received her doctorate in Educational Leadership from National Louis University.

A retired public school principal, She collaborates with other community organizations and teams to provide social-emotional and anti-bully workshops for parents, guardians, and youth. Towns-Thompson is the founder of Bullying Prevention & Awareness 365 (BPA365) and hosts anti-bullying seminars. She is also the author of "What to Do When You Believe in Something."

Parker also is an educator with over 21 years of teaching experience. She graduated from Chicago State University with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and a master's degree from Phoenix University. She later received an endorsement in Special Education.

She taught at South and Westside schools in Chicago and the Southern Suburbs. Antonette teaches Diverse primary Learners at a charter school on Chicago's Westside.

For more information about the books, visit our website at www.nadthompson.com, email us at info@nadthompson.com, or call us at 800-491-8182.

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