Grow young minds with a Fascinating Black History Month Facts, Hands-on Diversity Activity, Inspiring Movies and Thinking Prompt
FREE PRINTABLE: BLACK HISTORY MONTH FACTS
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Learn about history and significance of Black History Month with these Fun Facts.
Sure to educate, inspire and empower kids!
ACTIVITY TO TEACH DIVERSITY
Try this easy diversity activity for kids of all ages to teach them about diversity in the most matter of fact way.
Step 1: Take a brown and a white egg. Discuss how the eggs are different from each other.
Step 2: Crack open both the eggs on a plate and again discuss how they are different or same from the insides. Is it possible to identify the shell colour based on the inside of the eggs?
A simple yet potent diversity activity, it delivers a strong message on equality and how all humans are same from the inside.
MOVIES TO WATCH
Hidden Figures
An inspiring story of three African-American women at NASA, who played a pivotal role in the space race and proved that brilliance has no colour. MPAA Content Rating: PG
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True story of Jackie Robinson, the first Black major league baseball player, and his fight against racism. Watch it to see how he changed the game forever and paved the way for future athletes of colour. MPAA Content Rating: PG-13 owing to language
Harriet
Witness the bravery, resilience of Harriet Tubman, who risked everything to liberate hundreds of souls on the Underground Railroad, through this movie. MPAA Content Rating: PG-13 due to language & violence
P.S: These are my honest picks – no sponsorships involved.
THINKING PROMPT
1. What does equality mean to you?
2. What racial stereotypes still exist today?
3. How can you support inclusion and diversity in everyday life?
UNTIL NEXT WEEK, STAY CURIOUS & KEEP EXPLORING!
