Celebrate the legacies of African American authors in your classroom with the help of these free teaching resources from Prestwick House’s Free Library!

Free Posters

African American Literature Timeline Posters

This three-part poster series documents important events of African American literature from the 1500s to the modern era. Download the poster

Alice Walker AuthorSpeak Poster

Bring Alice Walker’s unique literary vision to your classroom with this free poster. Download the poster

Frederick Douglass AuthorSpeak Poster

The tenacity and wisdom of activist Frederick Douglass come to life in this free AuthorSpeak poster. Download the poster

Octavia E. Butler AuthorSpeak Poster

Inspire your students to emulate Octavia E. Butler’s passion for writing with this free poster celebrating her achievements. Download the poster

Ralph Ellison AuthorSpeak Poster

Display Ralph Ellison’s powerful words right in your classroom with this free AuthorSpeak poster. Download the poster

Toni Morrison AuthorSpeak Poster

Celebrate the works of Toni Morrison with this free poster featuring motifs from her novel, Beloved. Download the poster

W. E. B. Du Bois AuthorSpeak Poster

Remember the legacy of W. E. B. Du Bois with this free poster featuring one of his most famous quotes on education. Download the poster

Zora Neale Hurston AuthorSpeak Poster

Bring this legendary Harlem Renaissance writer’s unique wisdom to your classroom. Download the poster

Free How to Teach Guides

How to Teach The Autobiography of Malcolm X

The Autobiography of Malcolm X presents the incredible tale of Malcolm X's struggle for equality and civil justice. See the guide

How to Teach Beloved

Spook and delight your high school students by teaching Toni Morrison’s novel Beloved. See the guide

How to Teach Black Boy

Richard Wright’s eloquent account of his life in the Jim Crow South makes a great addition to any unit on autobiographies. See the guide

How to Teach The Bluest Eye

Learn how to teach the complicated themes of race and beauty standards in Toni Morrison’s timeless novel. See the guide

How to Teach The Hate U Give

Rich with literary merit and gripping social commentary, The Hate U Give will have your students eager to read more. See the guide

How to Teach Invisible Man

Ralph Ellison’s groundbreaking novel examines the neglectful relationship between African Americans and society in the 1930s. See the guide

How to Teach A Lesson Before Dying

Race, inequality, and education are just some of the themes students will encounter in A Lesson Before Dying. See the guide

How to Teach Monster

Court is in session: Learn everything you need to know about Walter Dean Myers's Monster with this free guide! See the guide

How to Teach Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

An essential American work, Frederick Douglass’s narrative explores themes of freedom, race, and education. See the guide

How to Teach Native Son

Richard Wright’s Native Son presents an unflinching depiction of institutionalized racism and its consequences. See the guide

How to Teach The Other Wes Moore

Following the lives of two men with the same name, The Other Wes Moore presents lessons on nature versus nurture. See the guide

How to Teach A Raisin in the Sun

Learn how to discuss and examine the important social issues presented in A Raisin in the Sun. See the guide

How to Teach Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry makes the perfect book to encourage open conversations about racism and tolerance. See the guide

How to Teach Tears of a Tiger

Students will appreciate Tears of a Tiger for its relatable characters and honest portrayal of teenage angst and depression. See the guide

How to Teach Their Eyes Were Watching God

Learn how to relate the themes present in Zora Neale Hurston’s novel to modern personal and societal problems. See the guide

How to Teach Warriors Don't Cry

Help your students understand a crucial event in American history by teaching Melba Pattillo Beals’s harrowing memoir. See the guide

Free Crossword Puzzles

Invisible Man Free Crossword Puzzles

Make reviewing the issues addressed in Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man easier with this free crossword puzzle. Download the crossword puzzle

A Raisin in the Sun Free Crossword Puzzles

Explore the importance of family and dreams with the help of this free crossword puzzle for A Raisin in the Sun. Download the crossword puzzle

Their Eyes Were Watching God Free Crossword Puzzles

Remember key points of Zora Neal Hurston’s best-known work with this free crossword puzzle. Download the crossword puzzle

Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass Free Crossword Puzzles

Download this crossword puzzle to review Frederick Douglass’s memoir that remains an influential piece of literature. Download the crossword puzzle