What is Black History Month PBS?
Black History Month Resources | PBS LearningMedia. The month of February honors the important role Black people play in the story of our country. Across the United States, schools and communities organize to learn more about Black History and Culture.
How do I teach my child Black history?
Try to find books that will help prepare children for the complex world in which they live. Make sure your selections include contemporary stories. Celebrate Black culture and experiences, in addition to history, through picture books, chapter books, and poetry.
Where should I start learning Black history?
To help you find compelling and overlooked stories, past and present, you might begin by searching The Times’s Race/Related Topics page or by exploring these outside resources: National Archives: Black History Resources. The National Museum of African American History and Culture: Searchable Museum.
What is Black History Month for middle schoolers?
Every February, people in the United States celebrate the achievements and history of African Americans as part of Black History Month.
How do you teach Black History Month in middle school?
9 Fun Black History Month Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students
- Cut-and-Paste Timeline.
- Persuasive Essay.
- Writing Prompts.
- Crossword Puzzle on Civil Rights.
- Dictionary of Black Leaders.
- Explore Famous Black Scientists in History.
- Black History Month Challenge Quiz.
- Word Search and Definitions.
What do middle schoolers learn in history?
Students will learn about social, cultural, and technological change throughout world history.
Why was 2013 such a significant year in the history of Black History Month?
THE PROCLAMATION PAVED THE WAY FOR THE RATIFICATION OF THE THIRTEENTH AMENDMENT, WHICH MADE SLAVERY ILLEGAL EVERYWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES. 2013 IS ALSO THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.