As Charnaie of @Hereweeread so succinctly puts it:
Black History is American History and should be celebrated and acknowledged all year, not just in February. Black History month reminds us that although there has been some progression over the years, there is still so much work that needs to be done. It’s a time to celebrate Black Joy, learn about Black inventors, scientists, and politicians. Read books not only about civil rights, but also read books about self-love and ones that showcase Black kids being everyday kids.
Here are some books and story times for you to share with your children/charges!
Please note: These resources have predominantly been compiled by Black people, please consider compensating them for their hard work if you use these resources with your family 😊
Books:
Board Books: https://theeverymom.com/black-history-month-books-for-kids/
Books for Preschoolers: http://hereweeread.com/2017/02/black-history-month-books-3-4-5-year-olds.html
Books featuring African American Males: https://bookshop.org/lists/african-american-picture-books-featuring-males
Books featuring African American Females: https://bookshop.org/lists/african-american-picture-books-featuring-females
Books Featuring Latinx x Afro-Latinos: https://bookshop.org/lists/latinx-afro-latino-picture-books
Virtual Storytime:
Hosted by Northwest African American Museum: https://www.naamnw.org/education/interactive-story-time
Lupita Nyong’o reads “Sulwe” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vujbTOuzg2Q
Common reads “Let’s Talk About Race” by Julius Lester https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40ORHCOA9fE
Grace Byers reads “I Am Enough” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_l4jeZH84k
Storytime Plans:
https://www.literacious.com/2020/02/01/storytime-theme-black-history-month/
http://www.abbythelibrarian.com/2013/02/spring-storytime-black-history-month.html
