SharonKay Media delivers curriculum-connected workshops that blend investigative journalism, media literacy and lived experience. Designed for elementary classrooms, these sessions invite students to ask questions, examine narratives and understand how stories shape identity, history and society.
Crowning Glory: The Story of Black Hair
30 minutes | Primary (K–3) | From $275
A joyful introduction to the beauty, history and meaning of Black hair as an expression of identity and culture. Students explore culturally rooted hairstyles through storytelling, visuals and guided discussion.
Key Learning Themes
Recognizing identity as something unique, valuable and worth celebrating
Understanding hair, culture and family traditions tells stories about who we are
Building empathy and pride through guided discussion, visuals and movement‑based activities
Making connections between personal experiences and the stories they see in books, media and their communities
60 minutes | Grades 4–8 | From $325
Students explore Black hair through A cultural, legal and social lens. Through analysis and guided inquiry, they examine how discrimination is challenged through law, advocacy and storytelling. The session ends with a collaborative Art Canvas celebrating dignity, equity and identity.
Key Learning Themes
Understanding how identity and representation intersect in historical and contemporary contexts
Examining how law, advocacy and community action challenge bias and promote dignity
Analyzing how media narratives shape perception and influence social change
Connecting personal expression to broader themes of equity, rights and cultural resilience
These workshops introduce students to the core skills of journalism and media literacy. Through inquiry, discussion and hands‑on activities, students learn how stories are created, how bias works and how media influences what we think, feel and believe. Sessions are aligned with curriculum expectations and adapted for each grade level.
Primary (Grades 1–3)
Young learners explore the basics of storytelling and information. They learn how stories are created, how images and words work together, and how to ask questions that help them understand what they see and hear. Workshops focus on:
Understanding what a “story” is and where stories come from
Recognizing facts vs. feelings in simple texts and images
Building early media awareness through visuals, movement and guided discussion
Sessions incorporate movement, visuals and hands-on activities designed to support early communication skills and social awareness.
Junior (Grades 4–8)
Students dive deeper into how media shapes understanding. They examine how choices in headlines, images and framing influence the way audiences interpret information, encouraging them to question assumptions. Workshops focus on:
Identifying bias, perspective and point of view
Analyzing how headlines, images and framing influence interpretation
Evaluating sources and asking critical questions
Exploring how media narratives impact identity, history and civic engagement