For my list of age appropriate books for toddlers that celebrate Black lives and Black culture, clickhere. For my list of age appropriate books for preschoolers/kindergarteners that celebrate Black lives and Black culture, clickhere.The lists will be at the bottom of the page.
1. Individual Multicolored Dove of Peacecraft adapted fromhere (Preschool)
Before having children complete the craft, read a story like "The Colors of Us" by Karen Katz. Talk about all the colors skin can be. Review color mixing. Tell the children that red, blue, and yellow mixed together make brown. If you add white to the brown, the color is lighter. If you add black to the brown, the color is darker.
Materials:
1. White cardstock
2. Red, blue, yellow, black, and white paint foreach child
3. Dove template originally fromhttp://eastertemplate.com/dove-cut-out-template/
4. Fingertips
5. Paper plates for mixing
*Note: Instead of having the group make one together like a kindergarten class did, each child made their own.
2. Skin is Beautiful Wreath (Toddler and Preschool)
I die-cut all the hands, and each child painted his/her set. I found the basic ideahere.
Materials:
1. Large paper plates
2. Set of 17 die-cut hands per child cut out of
white cardstock
3. Red, blue, yellow, white, brown, and black
paint
4. Paint brushes
5. Six inch paper plates for mixing colors
6. Scissors to cut out doves
7. Glue
8. Dove of peace clipart
(http://clipart-library.com/clipart/2043443.htm
has several free ones to choose from)
Instructions:
1. Cut middle out of large paper plate. This will form the foundation of the wreath. All of the handswill cover it up.
2. Mix the colors of paint to form several shades of skin colors. I made five shade colors, so I usedeach color three or four times.
3. Let the paint dry.
4. Arrange eight hands on each side of the wreath with the thumbs facing into the middle of theplate.
5. Glue the hands in place.
6. Glue the remaining hand in the middle of the bottom.
7. Download a dove that you like. Copy and paste it into Word. Make it small enough to fit in thepalm of the hand.
8. Print out the dove, and glue it on the hand at the bottom of the wreath.
3. Additional Skin is Beautiful Wreath (Toddler and Preschool)
Materials:
1. Two 11 by 17 white pieces of paper glued together
2. Red, yellow, blue, brown, white, and black paint
3. Construction paper to cut out hearts
4. Brushes
5. Small plates to mix colors on
6. Pencil
7. Scissors
8. Glue
Instructions
1. Glue two 11 by 17 white pieces of paper together.
2. Lightly draw a large circle on child's paper with pencil.
3. Prepare paint in a variety of skin colors.
4. Paint hand the color you decide to start with.
5. Have child press hand over part of the circle.
6. Wipe hand off with paper towel.
7. Repeat with other colors until circle is complete.
8. Cut out three hearts in various skin colors of construction paper to layer inside the middle of the hand.
4.Imitating the art of Alma W. Thomas, African American abstract painter (Toddler and Preschool)
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Painting entitled Iris, Tulips, Jonquils, and Crocuses
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First, I showed a picture of her to the children, and I told them a little bit about her. She was first an art teacher for 35 years, and at the age of 68, she began studying to become a professional artist. Next, I showed them some of her paintings using the bookAlma W. Thomas: a retrospective of the paintingsby the artist herself. I explained that her art is abstract art. It isn't meant to look like anything specific. She painted using small, separated tile-like marks or spots of bright colors. Spots of the same color were either grouped in vertical rows or in layers of circular shapes.
Materials:
1. Cardstock paper
2. Dot markers in a variety of colors
3. Picture of Alma Thomas
4. Examples of her work
5.Imitating the art of Alma W. Thomas, African American abstract painter (Preschool)
First, I showed a picture of her to the children, and I told them a little bit about her. She was first an art teacher for 35 years, and at the age of 68, she began studying to become a professional artist. Next, I showed them some of her paintings using the bookAlma W. Thomas: a retrospective of the paintingsby the artist herself. I explained that her art is abstract art. It isn't meant to look like anything specific. She painted using small, separated tile-like marks or spots of bright colors. Spots of the same color were either grouped in vertical rows or in layers of circular shapes.
Materials:
1. Cardstock
2. 3 inch circle template
3. Pencil
4. Paint brushes
5. Q-tips
6. 6 inch paper plates
7. Paint in a variety of colors
Instructions:
Print off a 3 inch circle template. Cut out circle template, and trace it onto the paper. Paint the circle any desired color. Then paint a circular, segmented line of bricks or tiles around the circle in another color. Next, paint a slightly larger circular, segmented line of bricks just outside of the previous line. Repeat until the page is filled with these segmented, circular lines.
FAQs
One of the best tools to teach Black history is children's books. Through their combination of brilliant words and beautiful illustrations, children's picture books are a powerful tool to affirm, inspire, and celebrate how the experience of Black people has shaped American history to the present day.
How to teach Black history to toddlers? ›
One of the best tools to teach Black history is children's books. Through their combination of brilliant words and beautiful illustrations, children's picture books are a powerful tool to affirm, inspire, and celebrate how the experience of Black people has shaped American history to the present day.
How to celebrate Black History Month at daycare? ›
13 ways to engage kids during Black History Month
- Read books about Black history and culture. ...
- Watch a movie about real Black lives and achievements. ...
- Imitate the style of a famous African American artist. ...
- Create a multi-sensory project to honor inventor Garrett Morgan. ...
- Create a craft to honor MLK's vision for America.
Read Black History and civil rights movement books for this age group. Listen to some African-American music together, such as jazz or 12-bar blues. Do arts and crafts with a diversity or peace theme. Talk about dreams and friendship in groups.
How do you explain Black History Month to a toddler? ›
Teach children that the purpose of Black History Month is to remember and celebrate. Black History Month exists as a time we set aside to acknowledge what African Americans accomplished in the face of severe injustice and celebrate those achievements.
How to teach preschool about Black History Month? ›
Try to find books that will help prepare children for the complex world in which they live. Make sure your selections include contemporary stories. Celebrate Black culture and experiences, in addition to history, through picture books, chapter books, and poetry.
How do I teach my 3 year old about Black History Month? ›
Talk about the positives!
Remember–Black History is more than just hardship! Talk about the amazing contributions they have made to society as a whole. A great place to start is to teach your kids about the impact of Black music, Black scientists and inventors, activists, and any other important cultural contributions.
How to play Black history bingo? ›
Draw words one by one. Players cover the words on their card with the candy or tokens. The first person to cover all their words in the game pattern yells "BINGO!" and wins the game!
What are the colors for Black History Month? ›
The four colours that are used for Black History Month are black, red, yellow and green. Black represents resilience, red denotes blood, yellow is optimism and justice, and green symbolises rich greenery.
What not to do for Black History Month? ›
Don't Commercialize the Occasion: This month isn't a marketing opportunity. Avoid using Black History Month as a platform to promote products, like extending your shade range. Such actions can be perceived as tokenism rather than true solidarity.
Black History Month Ideas for School
- Review the Timeline of the Civil Rights Movement. ...
- Pen a Persuasive Essay. ...
- Write about Black History. ...
- Do a Crossword Puzzle on Civil Rights. ...
- Create an Encyclopedia of Black Leaders. ...
- Explore Famous Black Scientists in History. ...
- Conduct Experiments Inspired by the Works of Black Scientists.
Top 10 Inventions by Black Inventors
- Home Security Systems (1966) – Mary Van Brittan Brown. ...
- Bonus:
- Pacemaker (1964) – Otis Boykin. ...
- Potato Chips (1853) – George Speck (aka. ...
- Thermostat / Temperature Control (1935) – Frederick Jones. ...
- Super Soaker (1990) – Lonnie G. ...
- Touch-Tone Telephone (1987) – Dr.
Here are five important things to know about this meaningful commemoration:
- It Started as a Week. In 1915, Harvard-educated historian Carter G. ...
- Carter Woodson: The Father of Black History. ...
- February Was Chosen for a Reason. ...
- A Week Becomes a Month. ...
- Honoring African-American Men and Women.
Soul Food: The cornerstone of African American Cuisine is the child of adversity. Collard greens, cornbread, fried chicken, and sweet potato pie are just a few of the many recipes that tell the stories of survival and community.
How do you introduce Black history? ›
Watch movies and documentaries: There are many movies and documentaries that tell the stories of Black people and their achievements. Watching these films with children is a great way to introduce them to Black history and culture.
Why is it important to teach Black history to preschoolers? ›
Introducing Black History Month to preschoolers serves several important purposes. It educates and celebrates the achievements and contributions of Black individuals, and it teaches essential values such as empathy, respect, and appreciation for diversity.
How do I start learning about Black history? ›
The Many Ways to Learn Black History
- Classes, Teachings and Lesson Plans:
- Books & Collections:
- Articles and Resources:
- Podcasts:
- Videos:
- Roots and Records Searching Resources.
- Historical Documents & Museum.
Below are some tips to help educators improve the way they teach Black History — in February and all year long.
- Teach through Black voices. Don't teach about Black history — teach through it, King says. ...
- Highlight the achievements of Black people. ...
- Center Black perspectives. ...
- Honor Black humanity.
