Black History Month

How to celebrate Martin Luther King Day with your children

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If you are looking for ideas to help educate your children and celerate this holiday, please keep reading. There are easy ways to gauge their attention and have a fun filled day while learning!.. more »

How to Create a Civil Rights Lesson Plan

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It's important that students realize the Civil Rights Movement was a combination of acts of protest, inspiring leaders and important legislation. The use of primary sources, audiovisual materials and photographs as well as dynamic activities can ... more »

How to Celebrate the Life of Thurgood Marshall

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His eulogy in the Washington "Afro-American" says it all: "We make movies about Malcolm X, we get a holiday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, but every day we live with the legacy of Thurgood Marshall.".. more »

How to Plan a Trip to Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.

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There is so much rich history to be had surrounding the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. It is only natural that one would want to visit some of the historical sites associated with his life as well as his death. When you begin to plan your trip ... more »

How to Create a Black History Timeline

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Making a timeline is a great way to start Black History Month. Students tend to focus on the well-known figures like Martin Luther King or events like the Montgomery bus boycott and forget other African American struggles. By plotting events in ... more »

How to Celebrate Black History Month

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February is Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions African-Americans have made to every area of the country's life. Like all commemorative occasions, it's also a great excuse to have fun - and maybe learn some things you never ... more »

How to Celebrate the Life of George Washington Carver

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To many people, the name George Washington Carver is almost synonymous with the peanut. But the good doctor's legacy extends far beyond his work with the versatile legume. Explore his life, and be prepared for a few surprises... more »

How to Draw Martin Luther King Jr.

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If you're putting together a flyer, a poster, a lesson plan or an article about Martin Luther King, Jr. for Martin Luther King Jr. day, you may need a copyright-free image of this famous historical figure. While many photos are available online ... more »

How to Really Appreciate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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From Rosa Parks and her courageous stand that great day December 1,1955 to the July 1966 Chicago riots to the 1968 establishment of the King Center, this article is intended to familiarize you with and grant you the tools you will need in order ... more »

How to Celebrate the Life of Harriet Tubman

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The principles of Kwanzaa serve as guideposts year-round, not just for one week in December. No one better exemplifies the second principle - "kujichagulia," or self-determination - more than Harriet Tubman. Born to slavery, she escaped, then ... more »

How to Celebrate the Life of Marcus Garvey

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During the first quarter of the 20th century, Marcus Garvey led the largest organized movement in black history. The views he championed - black pride, economic self-sufficiency, African independence - were not original. What set Garvey apart was ... more »

How to Observe Black History Month

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The month of February is officially designated as Black History Month by the U.S. Congress. What began as a one-week celebration of the contributions of African-Americans to U.S. History evolved into a month-long celebration to highlight the ... more »

How to Plan a Black History Month Celebration

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Black History Month marks a celebration of African American culture, recognition of past triumphs and the contributions that African Americans have made to American society. Kick off the month with a celebration of Black History... more »

How to Celebrate Black Inventors During Black History Month

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African-American inventors have made an indelible mark on our modern world. Their technological innovations helped to solve many practical problems of the time and also laid the groundwork for future inventors. Black History Month is a great ... more »

How to Celebrate the Life of Ella Fitzgerald

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Why celebrate Ella Fitzgerald? Let some fans tell you. Bing Crosby: "Man, woman or child, Ella is the best." Mel Tormé: "Ella was the greatest singer on the planet." Ira Gershwin: "I never knew how good our songs were until I heard Ella ... more »

How to Celebrate the Life of Malcolm X

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On the world stage of the 1960s, Malcolm X played a starring role in a turbulent, strident and often violent drama. He was - and, 35 years after his death, still is - worshipped, feared and reviled. But he will never be taken for granted... more »

How to Create a Rosa Parks Lesson Plan

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Known as the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement," Rosa Parks deserves a place in history alongside Martin Luther King. Your students need to understand that the Civil Rights Movement wasn't the responsibility of a single leader. By presenting a ... more »

How to Learn History During Black History Month

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Learning about black history is a large part of celebrating Black History Month. Too much of this portion of our history is left out of standardized text books and we grow up without knowing the enormous contributions blacks have made to our ... more »

How to Visit the African-American Heritage Park in Alexandria

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The 15-acre African-American Heritage Park in Alexandria, Virginia was officially opened in 1995. It is an interesting mixture of a regular park, a nineteenth-century African-American cemetery, wetlands and an outdoor art gallery. The park honors ... more »

How to Attend Black History Month Events at a Local Library

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The United States government has designated February as Black History Month. Citizens are encouraged to use this month to reflect on the struggles and triumphs faced by African Americans as our nation continues its difficult transition from ... more »

How to Attend the ASALH Black History Month Luncheon in Washington, DC

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ASALH (Association for the Study of African American Life and History) is an organization founded in 1915 by Carter G. Woodson, a civil rights pioneer. The association was started to share information about the history of Black America with the ... more »

How to Attend the National Black Fine Arts Show

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The National Black Fine Arts Show is an annual show that presents original artworks from African-American and African artists. It has been in existence for over 10 years and continues to draw up-and-coming artists, including painters, sculptors ... more »

How to Bring History to Life During Black History Month

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Black History Month is every February in the United States. This is the time when cities, towns and communities acknowledge the contributions and achievements of African-Americans. But it can be difficult for some people to appreciate Black ... more »

How to Bring History to Life During Black History Month

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Black History Month is every February in the United States. This is the time when cities, towns and communities acknowledge the contributions and achievements of African Americans. It can be difficult for some people to appreciate Black History ... more »

How to Celebrate Black History Month in Atlanta

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Atlanta has witnessed the history of African Americans. From slavery to Civil Rights and beyond, Atlanta has long been the center of important events in black history. So where better to celebrate Black History Month in February than Atlanta? ... more »

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