A resource book of biographical information and related activity sheets.

Presents the lives and accomplishments of nine African American inventors whose inventions changed the world, including Howard Latimer, George Washington Carver, and Madam C.J. Walker.

This interdisciplinary study of famous African-American achievers incorporates activities that range from puzzles to research challenges to experiments. Students "meet" Thurgood Marshall, Whitney Houston, Denzel Washington, Maya Angelou, Jaleel White, and others.

Offers brief profiles of prominent African Americans as well summaries of significant events, covering such topics as civil rights, literature, performing arts, science and medicine, and sports

The careers Wilson considers include many of the most brilliant of their eras. She sheds new light on the interplay of the professional and political commitments of W.E.B. Du Bois, Abram L. Harris, Robert C. Weaver, Carter G. Woodson, George E. Haynes, Charles H. Wesley, R.R. Wright Jr. - a succession of scholars bent on replacing myths and stereotypes regarding black labor with rigorous research and analysis.

Discusses the lives and accomplishments of scientists who persevered in the name of science.

Traces the lives of fourteen black scientists and inventors who have made significant contributions in the various fields of science and industry.