A
Tribute to the Lives and Events That Shaped
History
PRODUCT INFORMATION
The powerful Guide to
Black History explores everything from African culture
to the civil rights movement, from legends in entertainment to sports
superstars, and from religious leaders to landmark achievements in
science,
medicine, and education. It's the ultimate guide to black culture
throughout the
ages.
PRODUCT FEATURES
More
than 1,000 Enlightening Articles
From art to reggae music to the Underground Railroad, the fascinating
people,
places, and events that have contributed to African American heritage
will
engage and amaze.
700
Illuminating Biographies
Get to know Muhammad Ali, Ella Fitzgerald, Martin Luther King, Jr.,
Sidney
Poitier, Harriet Tubman, Desmond Tutu, Oprah Winfrey, and other
influential
artists, athletes, leaders, and scientists.
750
Multimedia Clips and Images
Watch video clips of the March on Washington, a high point of the civil
rights
movement. Get a glimpse of the 1950s music scene in Chicago. Listen to
art
historian Margaret Vendryes speak about the impact of the Harlem
Renaissance on
the artists of today.
Learning
Activities
Form a better understanding of black history with unique learning
activities
covering topics from slavery to sports.
REQUIREMENTS
Windows
- Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, or Vista
- Pentium 350 MHz or faster processor
- 128 MB RAM minimum
- Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher (or
compatible browser)
- CD-ROM drive
- 800x600 resolution, 16-bit color
- Sound card and speakers recommended
- Printer recommended
Macintosh
- Mac OS 10.2 or higher
- iMac or G3 350 MHz or faster processor
- 128 MB RAM minimum
- Safari 1.0 or higher (or compatible
browser. Note: this application does not work with Internet Explorer on
the Mac)
- CD-ROM drive
- 800x600 resolution, millions of colors
- Sound card and speakers recommended
- Printer recommended
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