Episode 6: The Art of Making History Fun and Inclusive, A Conversation with Mint and Bloom Learning

Weirdschooling co-hosts, Sarah and Jennie, love history. But not the kind that only tells one white-washed side of the story. Uplifting historical events that have been omitted from many standard texts isn't weird, it's important and valuable.  Like many educators, we've found it to be a challenge to find a history curriculum that is secular, progressive, features stories of the global majority AND one that inspires learner and teacher-guide alike. 

Our search led us to this week's guests and we're excited to share our conversation with Helen and Arielle of Mint and Bloom Learning. These dynamic creators have created something truly special: an art-based history curriculum that encourages fun discussion, contextual understanding, empathy and positive change. 

Click here for a transcript of today's episode and a full list of resources mentioned.

Resources
Arielle's Music Pick for Setting the Educational Mood
Helen's Music Pick for Setting the Educational Mood
Sarah's Music Pick for Setting the Educational Mood
Jennie's Music Pick for Setting the Educational Mood
A Conversation with Brooke Barker, author of Sad Animal Facts
Article about Edward Gorey's The Gashlycrumb Tinies
Howard Zinn’s A People’s History of the United States: 1492 to Present

We encourage you to connect with Helen and Arielle and all that Mint and Bloom Learning has to offer! To to view their wonderful progressive, inclusive and secular history curriculum, Power of the People, or their new grammar workbook, A Melancholy Grammar Workbook for Melancholy Students, v.1, please visit their website.

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