Black History Month 2012
February is Black History Month. Learn about important African Americans and enjoy some fun crafts and activities to celebrate Black history and culture.
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What Is Black History Month?
What is Black History? Find out the history of Black History Month, which celebrates contributions made by African Americans and people of African descent around the world. read more
"Yes We Can" Can
Inspired by President Obama's famous speech, kids can add coins to this can to save money for their favorite cause or charity to make Earth a better place. read more
Paper Plate Obama Symbol
Make your very own Obama symbol from a paper plate and some craft paint! Perfect for an Inauguration Day or Presidents' Day celebration. read more
Obama Stencil Silhouette
This fun craft will help you remember this monumental time in U.S. history. Use our Obama stencil pattern to create projects for Inauguration Day, Presidents' Day, or Black History Month. read more
Quick Facts About 10 Black Historical Figures
During Black History Month, take the time with the kids to learn about 10 important historical African-Americans who helped to shape society today. read more
Black Inventors
What do peanut butter, the gas mask, and the Super Soaker have in common? They were all dreamed up by black inventors. Here are some famous inventions by African-Americans and African-Canadians. read more
Black History Links
Kids can learn more about Black History Month with these additional links. Great resources and websites to celebrate Black history and culture with facts, games, print coloring pages and more. read more
Who Was Martin Luther King Jr.?
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by learning the biography of Dr. King, including his "I Have a Dream" speech, his life, and his career and accomplishments as a civil rights leader read more
Martin Luther King Day Activities and Ideas
Looking for ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Check out these great Martin Luther King day activities and ideas for kids. read more
Glittering Freedom Bell
This glittering Freedom Bell helps ring in the sound of freedom. Great craft for kids to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. read more
Freedom Friends Puppets
For Martin Luther King Jr. Day, kids can create Freedom Friends crafts to celebrate the man whose I Have a Dream speech rocked the nation. read more
Martin Luther King Day Rainbow Pin
Celebrate Martin Luther King Day with this rainbow pin. Children will enjoy creating this craft which demonstrates that people of all colors are part of one family. read more
