The STEAM Chasers: The Boundless Blackprint - Paperback

by Doresa a. Jennings (Author)

Shar, Terrence, Ebony, Akiya, Marcus, and Chase are back and this time they are headed on a class trip to Washington, DC! The friends are eager to begin their adventure delving into the history of the United States and how new "history" continues to be created today. What better way to learn than by exploring the architectural landscapes that make up cities, examining statues that commemorate the heroes of the past, and experiencing the museums that lay bare the unique, complicated, and freshings story of Black Americans from the formation of the country to the present. In going beyond the facades that delight the senses, the STEAM Chasers uncover a mystery that changes everything about the way they see the world.Who said history was boring? Terrence leads the way as the STEAM Chasers race against time to reveal the Blackprint of the United States. Discovering how African American architects, designers, builders, civil engineers, and surveyors helped to create what we know as America will be fun, but that doesn't mean this victory won't come at a price. Clocks, rocks, and cornerstones, Washington, DC will never be the same!