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Spotlighting notable people and significant events in African American history, this deck of Knowledge Cards offers an insightful look at the wide-ranging achievements of African American women and men. Each card features a photographic portrait on one side and a concise, informative essay about the featured individual on the other. This intriguing, fact-packed deck profiles 48 historical figures, from such celebrated luminaries as Frederick Douglass, Countee Cullen, and Mahalia Jackson to lesser-known—but no less accomplished—individuals including Bessie Coleman (pioneering aviator, pictured on cover), Matthew Henson (explorer), and Benjamin Banneker (astronomer). With 48 fact-filled cards per package, Knowledge Cards are a great source of condensed information—all in a deck the size of a pack of playing cards. Knowledge Cards are like small books—packed full of information and fun An easy way to learn Use as flash cards, or as a quiz game Size: 3.25 x 4 x .75 in.