Black History Month
Black History Month takes place every year in the UK throughout October. It is a time to celebrate the contribution Black communities and individuals have made over the centuries to our freedoms, cultures, and societies.
“Time for Change: Action Not Words.” – Blackhistorymonth.org.uk
While October is a time to celebrate Black history, it should not begin and end there. Promoting and celebrating black contributions to British society and fostering an understanding of Black History all year round in your curriculum is essential. We have gathered some valuable and helpful resources and websites to help you to explore Black History and Culture in the classroom. These include resources for Primary and Secondary, ranging from free resources and short films to lesson plans and activities. We have also included informative resources directly for teachers and those who are eager to learn more about Black History.
Lesson Plans:
If you’re looking for new ways to bring Black History and Culture into your curriculum, these lesson plans and activities have everything you need to get started.
- BBC – Black History Month Teaching Resources
- tes Black History Month Resources
- Black History Month Resource Pack
- Mentally Healthy Schools – Black History Month Resources
- Culture, Community & Activities, Exploring Black British history in London (History, KS3)
- The Black Curriculum – Free Learning
- Literacy Live Lesson 3 – KS2 / First & Second Level
Further Reading:
If you are interested in learning more about Black History and developing your broad knowledge within this area, we have provided links below to help.
- BBC – How to be a better ally to your students
- Black History Month Offical Website
- The Activists’ Guide for Encouraging Your Local School to go further than Black History Month
- Black Past – Global African History
- Black History Month: Conversations About Your Curriculum
- 7 creative ways to mark Black History in your school
- History Lessons: Teach Diversity in and through the National Curriculum
- Making British Histories: Diversity and the National Curriculum
- BBC – Beyond Black History Month: Teaching black and diverse histories and experiences
