Black History Month for Sensory Learners

Black History Month started in the UK in 1987 in response to the lack of information about the accomplishments of black people available to the public.

As educators, it is of crucial importance that we use this month in particular to put a spotlight on this missing history to embed a culture of equality in your classrooms, your school, your local community and beyond. Incorporating Black History Month into learning environments is a powerful way to enrich the educational experience of children, providing them with a broader understanding of the world and it’s diverse history.

But how can this look for high support needs sensory classes?

Colouring pages of important black figures and facts around why they are important

https://www.crayola.com/free-coloring-pages/people/black-history-month-coloring-pages/

 

Sensory stories, such as “Mae among the stars” highlights black history in an accessible way

 

book: https://amzn.to/4guOubj

Sensory Massage Stories involves all children access to an awareness of black culture and history. 

available on my storage drive: https://sensoryclassroom.org/products/full-google-drive

Crafts and sensory bins that represent important inventions and discoveries by people of colour, including the traffic light 🚦 or the light bulb 💡

blog post full of ideas: https://happytoddlerplaytime.com/the-best-black-history-month-activities-for-kids/?amp

Artworks inspired by artists such as Alba Thomas

art inspiration: https://uk.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=alma%20thomas%20preschool%20art&rs=typed

book link: https://amzn.to/4dfUQZr

 

Role play with people who help us resources to celebrate Harriet Tubman

link to ideas: https://uk.pinterest.com/search/pins/?rs=ac&len=2&q=harriet%20tubman%20preschool%20activities&eq=harriet%20tubman%20presch&etslf=5929

Food play or requesting, for wonderful food innovations including CRISPS! Invented by George Crum

Most importantly, beyond this month, ensure that your displays, books, symbols, resources, toys, music and everything in between, include black and brown faces.