The 5th-Grade Futurists

New Year's Resolutions by the Fifth-Grade Futurists

John Spencer, educator and voice of The Creative Classroom Podcast has inspired us with some “Slime-y rhetoric.” Using this SLIME acronym, the Fifth-Grade Futurists have laid out their 2022 resolutions. Come listen! Music Credit: Intro Music, "Dreams" by Violette Outro Music, "Copyright" by Sophia

Beyond Black History Month Episode 6: The Boys Talk Sports

In this episode, John, Gabe, and Noah channel their passion for sports and discuss some of the amazing contributions Black Americans have made to the games we know and love today.

Beyond Black History Month Episode 5: Dr. Seuss' Racist Past

Juliana, Jack, and Noah discuss the latest racist controversy about Theodore Geisel Seuss, a.k.a. Dr. Seuss. Kids need to know about the hurtful imagery and ideas espoused by the author and the difference between learning from their mistakes and carrying on with ignorant stereotypes.

Beyond Black History Month Episode 4: Mighty Brave Girls

In this episode, the 5th-grade Futurists explore the important lives and legacies of three extraordinary women who have fought for freedom and equality for People of Color and explore a poem written by another brave girl, Amanda Gorman.

Beyond Black History Month Episode 3: What is Woke?

The 5th-Grade Futurists share insights on the Civil Rights era, as well as what it means to be woke.