Black History
is more than just...
to focus on the history
of Blacks in America
it is an
opportunity to start...
real
relevant
long-lasting
conversations
that
educate
stimulate
and challenge minds
to push beyond
the surface level knowledge
of the Black experience
it is an
opportunity to stop...
remember
acknowledge
the ways in which all of
our daily lives are enriched
(as a direct result)
of the many invaluable contributions
made by people of color throughout history
So expand the ways in which you approach honoring
Black History Month, and most of all remember to say...
"Thank you"
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to focus on the history
of Blacks in America
it is an
opportunity to start...
real
relevant
long-lasting
conversations
that
educate
stimulate
and challenge minds
to push beyond
the surface level knowledge
of the Black experience
it is an
opportunity to stop...
remember
acknowledge
the ways in which all of
our daily lives are enriched
(as a direct result)
of the many invaluable contributions
made by people of color throughout history
So expand the ways in which you approach honoring
Black History Month, and most of all remember to say...
"Thank you"
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Children's Books and Activities
Children are ego-centric by nature
(which means)
younger children who may be less
interested in "the history"
may better enjoy a celebration
of Black Culture as it relates
to
who they are
those they love
and
the impact made to their daily
interactions and experiences
"Shades of Black"
by Sandra L. Pinkney
Read children's books that are useful for promoting
positive image of self, and appreciation for diversity
"I am Black. I am Unique."
then...
when children are ready
to transition the conversation
remember the best way to engage them
is with hands-on, interactive PLAY!
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Games and Activities
Repurpose an old toy
(or purchase one at your local thrift store)
Children are ego-centric by nature
(which means)
younger children who may be less
interested in "the history"
may better enjoy a celebration
of Black Culture as it relates
to
who they are
those they love
and
the impact made to their daily
interactions and experiences
"Shades of Black"
by Sandra L. Pinkney
Read children's books that are useful for promoting
positive image of self, and appreciation for diversity
"I am Black. I am Unique."
then...
when children are ready
to transition the conversation
remember the best way to engage them
is with hands-on, interactive PLAY!
--------------------------------------
Games and Activities
Repurpose an old toy
(or purchase one at your local thrift store)
Black inventors and innovators that EVERY child should know...
(in no particular order)
Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson, George Crum, Alfred Cralle, John Love, Carter G. Woodson, James West, William Purvis, Valerie Thomas, Kenneth J. Dunkley, Dr. Jane Wright, Sarah Goode, Daniel Hale Williams, Lewis Latimer, Augustus Jackson, Garrett Morgan, Elijah McCoy, Benjamin Banneker, Frederick McKinley Jones, Jan Ernst Matzeliger, Sarah Boone, Granville T. Woods, George Washington Carver, John Stanard
Visit a Museum
or connect with friends and family
to curate your own gallery
with collected...
Artifacts, Books and Stories
to honor
the many selfless contributions
that have made our lives better
"Thank you"
Food and Beverage
and since a love of food is universal
any Black History celebration
must...
must...
MUST...
include
learning about the
considerable
contributions
made by African Americans
(to not only what we eat)
but to also how we grow, flavor, prepare and preserve it
So allow the gratitude and grace of Black History Month
to permeate all year long, as you remember to say...
"Thank you!"
"Thank you, Thank you, Thank you"
(re-adapted post from 2/2017)
(re-adapted post from 2/2017)
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