Black History Month

February is Black History Month. Many schools include the study of African Americans in history as a part of their curriculum. As parents, you may be interested in exploring resources to enhance your child's appreciation of famous African Americans, as well. Here are a few websites that can broaden your child's understanding of the impact of our country's heritage through many African American heroes.


1. www.enchantedlearning.com/history/us/aframer/

This web site includes interactive links for African American inventors, biographies of African Americans, time lines of African Americans in history, and many more suggestions for learning projects.

2. www.timeforkids.com/minisite/black-history-month

This web site includes videos and articles on African Americans like: Martin L. King, Jr. and Rosa Parks. Other features are the "Time for Kids-Kid Reporter" article and the Disney Channel's new hit series, "Shake it Up", with Roshon Fegan.

3. www.gale.cengage.com/free_resources/bhm/activities/

This web site carries links to various activities for elementary to high school age groups. Each activity has a description and procedures for completing the game or project. They also include a list of sources for those who are interested in further study on the topic.

Take a few minutes to examine the suggested web sites with your child. Helping your child gain a positive appreciation for learning about American history instills the feeling of pride for our heritage, but may also spark a "dream" for the future.