Black history is American history. Of course it is wonderful to recognize the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks. But there are lots of ways to go beyond the typical inventors and sports heroes so that every child and teen can connect to and learn from the amazing contributions of the African-American community. Here are just some of our favorite Black History Month activities.
March is Women's History Month! The month-long celebration of trailblazing women in history started as Women's History Week in March of 1980, centered around International Women's Day on March 8. As the National Women's History Project notes, 14 states had already declared March Women's History Month by 1986, and in 1987, Congress officially made it national. This month is a great time to explore the important contributions women have made to American society with your child. Here are some fun activities you can do together.
March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate women and their remarkable achievements. History is filled with inspirational stories of women in the arts, sciences, and sports, as well as women who have led countries, civil rights movements, and humanitarian efforts. Learn more about pioneering women with this online Women’s History Scavenger Hunt.