African American Culture

Black history is an important subject to teach your students. With racism still rampant in America, it is important to let your students know that African Americans, and by extension all races,...

Black History Month is the celebration of history, achievements and accomplishments of African Americans in the United States, observed each February since the 1970s. Use a variety of craft...

A study of African American music is often included in classroom activities during February, Black History month. Consider giving students the opportunity to hear an actual interview with...

Teaching can be an extremely rewarding profession. The pleasure of watching another person learn is something that is difficult to describe and most teachers will tell you that they get as much...

Black History Month isn't really just about African-Americans and their contributions to United States history. Black History Month is about all Americans and the way that African-Americans have...

The stories of African-Americans are found within America's history. Dr. Carter G. Woodson, a Harvard-trained historian, in 1926 initiated Negro History Week, which eventually became Black History...

During Black History Month in the United States millions salute African-American pioneers. The heritage of African-Americans interweaves with a diverse American culture. Numerous African-American...

When teaching students about African-American history, it can be easy to focus on the same concepts and ideals that are discussed in every other history class. Martin Luther King Jr. is important,...

Black History Month offers an opportunity each February for teachers and students to focus on learning about the important contributions African-Americans have made to United States history....

Established in 1976, Black History Month evolved from Negro History Week, created by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926. Black History Month acknowledges the achievements of African-Americans within...

Teaching black history during Black History Month is important. African-Americans have contributed much to American society and it can be easy to forget those contributions. Having your students...

In 1926, Dr. Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week, evolving into Black History Month in 1976. African-American history intertwines with America's history. Black History Month celebrates...

Drinking alcohol is illegal in the United States for people under the age of 21. However, a culture of alcohol abuse and binge drinking permeates both colleges and high schools. Binge drinking is...