Black History Month as a national observance was created as a way to focus attention on the contributions of Black Americans that had been overlooked, marginalized, and outright ignored as part of conventional American
1976, African-American History Month, also calledBlack History Month, gives you an opportunity to honor the accomplishments of African-Americans with festive and educational decorations. Let your observance be a mix of colorful and joyful celebration and also a way to teach your children or communit...
Black History Month is an opportunity to explore the rich history and contributions of Black Americans in the United States. Whether you teach elementary, middle school, or high school, incorporating engaging lessons can help students understand the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Floc...
How the African American Storyteller impacts the black family and societyThis curriculum unit has been prepared for use during Black History Month. The unit is intended to familiarize students with Black writers-storytellers, their works and the impact that their works have left on the Black family...
Black History Month Classroom Activity Ideas Social Studies Race relations:To help the class better understand how discrimination works, divide the class by eye color or clothing color (for example, all wearing blue jeans). Give one group candy or another treat simply because of the way they loo...
Black History Month Celebrates Rich IdeasRead the full-text online article and more details about "Black History Month Celebrates Rich Ideas" by Israel, Lynn - Columbia Daily Tribune (Columbia, MO), February 1, 2008By IsraelLynn
Education World presents a special Martin Luther King Day archive page that includes articles, lesson ideas, books, activities, and much more. More Resources for Teaching About Black History Month Crafts Art Projects Crafts and Supplies Sounds ...
Black History Month is a time to share stories of Black resilience, reinvention, creativity, adventure, and innovation. During this month—and all year long—it’s important to provide students authentic windows into the lived experiences of others and mirrors that reflect their lived experiences. ...
Need ideas on how to spend an extended stay in RVA? Check out these six themed BLK RVA itinerary ideas! This Black History Month, get to know BLK RVA, a collaborative tourism initiative that amplifies and celebrates Black culture in the Richmond Region year-round. Visit the BLK RVA website...
Even more Black History Month resources: I have been doing thisPaint Like Alma Thomas activityfor a few years now and this year ( updating this in 2024), was simply incredible! The art was stunning, the children understood why her legacy is so valuable and important to maintain, and my he...