Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon celebrates a contemporary black STEAM role model, a man whose quiet work enabled the creation of an iconic building reflecting America's past and future. When Phil decided to attend architecture school, he created his own focus on African American and Islamic designers. He later  chose not to build casinos or prisons, instead concentrating on schools, libraries, and museums--buildings that connect people with heritage and fill hearts with joy. And in 2009, Phil's team won a commission that let him use his personal history in service to the country's: extraordinary Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. Urban architects and architecture has historical and cultural significance, both locally and nationally. Through research, students can connect with this work and expand upon their ideas as future architects, looking to change the world in sustainable and creative ways

This is lesson three for fourth grade on energy and  the community effects of coal power plants in Chicago and the community action that ensued.Pursuits addressed Criticality: The capacity and ability to read, write, think, and speak in ways to understand power and equity in order to understand and promote anti-oppression. joy: This is important because as you are struggling with ending and easing oppression, there is joy in coming together and creating change as a community.