Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. We challenge you to participate in this Bingo challenge to learn more about African American history and culture.
Time to brush up on your Black History facts! This kid-friendly video uses colorful graphics, music and narration to showcase a Black history fact for each letter of the alphabet.
Frederick Douglass said “learning can take us anywhere”. Together with your child, draw a map of where they want their learning to take them. Who will they meet along the way? What idea will they share? What do they think they will need to learn to stay on their path?
Harriet Tubman knew that real courage is bravely moving forward even when you’re scared. Your child can practice being more courageous by making a courage badge they can wear. Using construction paper, crayons, markers and scissors, they can draw and cut out a symbol that makes them feel brave.
Through exploration, children can uncover the stories behind the works of Black artists. Talk about the art with your children by asking: What stands out to you first and why? Are different materials used? What shapes do you see?
*We will be highlighting famous Black artists on our social media accounts, on Fridays.
Rosa Parks worked her whole life so that all people could be treated equally. Using your child’s favorite snack or several small toys, divide the piles unequally. Discuss with your child what they could do to make all the piles equal. How would they make it equal if the number was odd? Can they think of a time when they or their friends were not treated equally? What could they have done to make things equal?
"Something Happened in Our Town": A Child's Story About Racial Injustice. Published by the American Psychological Association's Magination press, the book follows a White family and a Black family as they discuss a police shooting of a Black man. The book includes many resources for parents and educators including child-friendly definitions, sample dialogues, and discussion guides.
Jesse Owens focused on doing his best in order to go for the gold, despite being discriminated against throughout his life and his training. Play a game of Simon Says with your child while reminding them to do their best. Afterwards, talk with your child about supporting whatever goals they want to accomplish. Help them practice focusing on doing their best, despite what others might be saying or doing nearby.
Ella Fitzgerald built her music career by being herself. Support your child in being comfortable being themselves by practicing at home. Dance, sing, or draw together, focusing on what makes each of you yourself in whatever activity you’re doing. Point out the unique moves your child makes or the special way your child draws a picture. Compliment them on what makes them special and praise them for bringing something different to their group of family and friends.
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