1st Grade African-American History Resources
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TEACHING RESOURCE
African Folk Tales: Background Information
Distribute an article that details the various types of African folk tales and gives examples of them. You can use this…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFolk TalesAfrican-American History -
ACTIVITIES
Activities for African Folk Tales
Get the most out of reading African folk tales by using these worksheets. This is a great lesson plan to use during…SubjectsReading and LiteratureFolk TalesAfrican-American History -
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Teammates
A wealth of resources, lesson plans, and activities that can be used with the story Teammates by Peter Golenbock.Subjects:ReadingLiteratureLanguage Arts and Writing -
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Videos & Activities
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is observed on January 21, 2019. Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King with these…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAfrican-American HistoryCivil Rights -
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African Tribal Masks
In this art activity, students make their own African tribal masks.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAfrican-American HistoryAfrica -
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Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad Lift-Tab Book Activity
A great in-class or take-home activity for Black History Month! Students will assemble this informative lift-tab book…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAfrican-American History -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top Kwanzaa Activities (Grades K-8)
Find fun and educational arts & crafts activities to enjoy while celebrating Kwanzaa. Introduce students who may be…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAfrican-American History -
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Friends for Freedom: The Story of Susan B. Anthony & Frederick Douglass Activity & Discussion Guide
Use the children's book Friends for Freedom: The Story of Susan B. Anthony & Frederick Douglass to teach students about…Subjects:Nonfiction LiteratureLiterary BiographiesSuffrage and Women's Rights -
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Top Trip Ideas for Black History Month
Looking for fun activities to get your kids into Black History Month? Try these trip ideas that will make…Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Celebrate African-American Heritage & Culture
Enhance understanding with a teaching guide that offers books about African-American history and culture appropriate for…Subjects:Culture and DiversitySocial Studies and HistoryMulticulturalism -
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Garrett Morgan Coloring Page
Read about Garrett Morgan, a famous African-American inventor, and color in the picture.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAfrican-American HistoryInventions -
BOOK GUIDES
Moja Means One: Swahili Counting Book
This colorful picture book introduces children to Swahili and the continent of Africa.Subjects:LiteratureCaldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsLanguage Arts and Writing -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top 15 Black History Month Resources
Celebrate Black History Month (February) with one or all of our favorite activities, lessons, and resources. There are…Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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"I Have a Dream" Little Book
This Little Book contains activities related to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous "I Have a Dream" speech. Students…Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Slavery in the United States Little Book
Students put together a book that details the end of slavery in the United States.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAfrican-American HistorySlavery in United States -
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Educator's Guide to Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope
Study the life of Barack Obama with the resources in this literature guide to Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of…Subjects:LiteratureNonfiction LiteratureLiterary Biographies -
BOOK GUIDES
A Teaching Guide to the World of Ezra Jack Keats
Explore the many multicultural children's books by Ezra Jack Keats with this printable teaching guide and activity…Subjects:LiteratureEzra Jack Keats, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksLanguage Arts and Writing -
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Ellen's Broom Discussion Guide & Activities
Teach young children about the lives of former slaves and their families during the Reconstruction Era with the picture…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionArts and CraftsHistorical Fiction -
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President Barack Hussein Obama, Jr. Biography
Born: Aug. 4, 1961 Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii Barack Hussein Obama, Jr. made history in June 2008, when he became…Subjects:African-American HistoryU.S. PresidentsU.S. Government -
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Kwanzaa Symbols & Celebration
Reference an article that outlines the symbols of Kwanzaa and celebrations for each day. This information is useful…Subjects:VocabularyBlacksAfrican Americans -
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Joseph Winters Coloring Page
Coloring book page with picture of Joseph Winters, African-American inventor.Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAfrican-American HistoryInventions -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top Martin Luther King, Jr. Activities
Learn all about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with our top 10 favorite resources, printables, and activities. Your…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryCivil RightsAfrican-American History -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Historical Fiction Reading Warm-Up: Rosa Parks
In this printable daily warm-up, students read a passage of historical fiction about Rosa Parks and answer comprehension…Subjects:Language Arts and WritingCivil RightsSocial Studies and History -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Historical Fiction Reading Warm-Up: Martin Luther King, Jr.
In this printable daily warm-up, students read a passage of historical fiction about Martin Luther King, Jr. and answer…Subjects:Language Arts and WritingCulture and DiversityCivil Rights
