2nd Grade African-American History Resources
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ACTIVITIES
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad Lift-Tab Book Activity
A great in-class or take-home activity for Black History Month! Students will…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAfrican-American History -
ACTIVITIES
Teammates
A wealth of resources, lesson plans, and activities that can be used with the…Subjects:ReadingLiteratureLanguage Arts and Writing -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top 15 Black History Month Resources
Celebrate Black History Month (February) with one or all of our favorite…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…Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial 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…Subjects:Language Arts and WritingCulture and DiversityCivil Rights -
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Peace Pledge
Students create a pledge for peace in honor of International Peace Day, observed…Subjects:PeaceWritingCivil Rights -
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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 &…Subjects:Nonfiction LiteratureLiterary BiographiesSuffrage and Women's Rights -
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Celebrate African-American Heritage & Culture
Enhance understanding with a teaching guide that offers books about…Subjects:Culture and DiversitySocial Studies and HistoryMulticulturalism -
BOOK GUIDES
Moja Means One: Swahili Counting Book
This colorful picture book introduces children to Swahili and the continent of…Subjects:LiteratureCaldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsLanguage Arts and Writing -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top Kwanzaa Activities (Grades K-8)
Find fun and educational arts & crafts activities to enjoy while celebrating…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAfrican-American History -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Top Trip Ideas for Black History Month
Looking for fun activities to get your kids into Black History Month? Try these…Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Printable Coloring Book of African-Americans (2-6)
Students will learn about famous African-Americans while they have fun coloring,…Subjects:Social Studies and HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAfrican-American History -
WORKSHEETS
Daily Journal Topics: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Assign one of 10 journal topics for students on the subject of Dr. Martin Luther…Subjects:Journaling Tips, Strategies & TopicsLetters, Journals and DiariesWriting -
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…Subjects:LiteratureEzra Jack Keats, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksLanguage Arts and Writing -
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Don't Say Ain't Discussion Guide
Promote thoughtful discussion on race, language, civil rights, and diversity…Subjects:LiteratureCulture and DiversityReading and Literature -
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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…Subjects:LiteratureNonfiction LiteratureLiterary Biographies -
WORKSHEETS
Teacher's Guide to Boycott Blues: How Rosa Parks Inspired a Nation
Use this teacher's guide to Boycott Blues: How Rosa Parks Inspired a Nation as…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureAmerican History/U.S. HistoryAfrican-American History -
BOOK GUIDES
Ellen's Broom Discussion Guide & Activities
Teach young children about the lives of former slaves and their families during…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionArts and CraftsHistorical Fiction -
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Kwanzaa Symbols & Celebration
Reference an article that outlines the symbols of Kwanzaa and celebrations for…Subjects:VocabularyBlacksAfrican Americans -
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President Barack Hussein Obama, Jr. Biography
Born: Aug. 4, 1961 Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii Barack Hussein Obama, Jr.…Subjects:African-American HistoryU.S. PresidentsU.S. Government -
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Booker T. Washington: Slave, Student, Success
Booker T. Washington was an influential African-American leader and advocate of…Subjects:African-American HistoryAmerican History/U.S. HistorySocial Studies and History -
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Priscilla and the Hollyhocks Activity & Discussion Guide
Enrich students' understanding of Priscilla and the Hollyhocks with the…Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureSlavery in United States -
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Discussion & Genealogy Guide for Tea Cakes for Tosh
This discussion and genealogy guide for Tea Cakes for Tosh—written by Kelly…Subjects:FamiliesChildren's BookAfrican-American History