BHS Students Connect Through History and Storytelling at Rogers

On June 9, Berkley High School World History students visited Rogers Elementary to read original books they created for 2nd–5th grade students. The readings took place both outdoors in the school’s courtyard and inside classrooms. These books were developed to present key world history concepts in accessible and creative ways and were inspired by a recent visit to the Detroit Institute of Arts. This project highlights critical thinking, creativity and communication skills and allowed the high schoolers to test their books with fellow students.

Additionally, high school Psychology students also created children’s books and participated in the event by reading to Kindergarten classes, adding to a vibrant morning that highlighted learning and connection across different grade levels.