Black History Month is an opportunity for families to honor the contributions of Black people throughout US History. It honors all Black people, from the enslaved people first brought over from Africa to present day. It’s also a great time to reflect on the resiliency and courage of Black people- and to consider the role we all play in creating a more equitable future for all.
PBS Parents has a fantastic article and resources for families:
“Instead of shying away from hard truths, help your child understand the resiliency of Black women and men by discussing the history of unfair and differential treatment towards Black people due to their skin color. Discussing Black people’s achievements within their fight for justice and equity encourages empathy and understanding — and teaches children how to connect their personal experiences with the experiences of others:
Check out this guide on Common Sense Media.
Looking for more? TONS of events around the state- and we’ve got a list, of course!
Start with the Connecticut Freedom Trail by visiting notable landmarks in person.
Feb 15: Access for All Community Day | Black History Month at New Britain Museum of American Art\
Feb 6: Black History Month Family Storytime, Hartford Public Library*
For Children 5 and under. Sing songs, hear stories, and have fun while building literacy skills in your young child.
Feb 6: Black History Month: Learning Through Food, Hartford Public Library*
Join us for a month long series event where we will learn about Black History through making and enjoying food. For our first event we will be making Banana Pudding and talking about the Black Panther free breakfast program.
All Feb: Bridgeport Library Black History Month Celebration*
Throughout the month of February, events for the whole family at different library locations including book displays and exhibits.
Celebrating Black History Month with Puzzles and Play
I was going to list these individually, but there are SO MANY- from food exploration, to puzzles, to bingo, to stories and everything in between- they’ve got some WONDERFUL things planned.
