This Black History Month, bring the story of Dr. Charles Henry Turner into your classroom! A groundbreaking entomologist and educator, Turner’s research on insect behavior—especially honeybee memory and vision—transformed our understanding of pollinators. Despite systemic racism limiting his access to university positions, he persisted, conducting research while teaching high school students full-time. His legacy is a powerful example of resilience, scientific excellence, and Black contributions to STEM.
Introduce Dr. Turner to your students and help them explore his impact through reading and discussion.
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