by George Washington Carver became one of the most prominent scientists in U.S. history because of his natural gifts and incredible desire to learn. Born a slave, Carver was a sickly boy who was kidnapped and orphaned as a child. Yet despite these disadvantages, he grew up to be a significant historical figure. Rather than […]
5 Ways to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Kids
by Ever since the kids were small, they’ve heard us discuss Martin Luther King, Jr. We celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day because it is very special to us. We believe in equality, and this historic activist’s message was always about inclusion and unity so it’s important for us to celebrate him. It’s also special because […]
Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr.
by When I hear the name Martin Luther King, Jr. it invokes in me thoughts of peace, acceptance, equality, tolerance, love, and freedom. These are sentiments that every child should be reminded of when they hear the name of this great Civil Rights leader. As parents, and educators it is our responsibility to convey these […]
The Art of Romare Bearden for Kids
by This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we receive a small commission. Today, we are kicking off our Black History Month Blog Hop here on Multicultural Kid Blogs with a focus on one of my favorite artists, Romare Bearden. I’m totally in love with Romare Bearden’s art. Through […]
He Had a Dream: The Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King
by A man who never stopped asking the question, “What are you doing for others?” Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs. A Baptist minister, King became a civil rights activist early in his career. “Everything […]