A Worthy Piece of Work
The Untold Story of Madeline Morgan and the Fight for Black History in Schools
- A Worthy Piece of Work
In A Worthy Piece of Work, Author Michael Hines uncovers the untold story of Madeline Morgan, a pioneering Black educator who revolutionized the inclusion of Black history in American classrooms.
At a moment when Black history is under attack in school districts and state legislatures across the country, A Worthy Piece of Work reminds us that struggles over history, representation, and race are far from a new phenomenon.
Published by Beacon Press
A Worthy Piece of Work by Michael Hines explores Madeline Morgan’s pioneering role in bringing Black history to American classrooms.
This powerful account sheds light on her lasting impact on education and the fight for racial representation.
Book Reviews
A Worthy Piece of Work explores how Black teachers fought for social justice and equity in American education during the Progressive Era. Their dedication and activism were crucial in challenging systemic inequalities and advocating for a more inclusive educational system.
Clinical Associate Professor, University of Georgia
In A Worthy Piece of Work, Michael Hines offers a well-researched, admirably argued contribution on Black educators and the fight for Black history in schools. Hines’ work highlights the indispensable role of Black women teachers like Madeline Morgan, whose curriculum innovations continue to inspire today’s movements for Black history and justice in education.
Professor of Educational Foundations, montclair state university
In A Worthy Piece of Work, Michael Hines highlights the pivotal role of Black women, like Madeline Morgan, as architects of the Black history curriculum in U.S. schools. Hines offers a critical, insightful account of Morgan’s influence in shaping wartime tolerance education and creating a Black history curriculum that resonated nationwide. This work sheds light on the often-overlooked contributions of Black educators and presents a timely perspective on current challenges in teaching Black history.
Chicago Writer and Education Activist
Michael Hines’s A Worthy Piece of Work sheds light on Madeline Morgan’s remarkable contributions to Black history education, detailing her tireless work to integrate Black history into the Chicago public school curriculum. Hines offers a compelling narrative of Morgan’s impact, as well as the enduring struggle to keep Black history at the forefront of education amidst social and political challenges.