$5 - $10 2nd Grade Black History Month Resources (by price, low to high)

These African Mask art projects will inspire your students to explore their creativity with a cross-curricular lesson perfect for celebrating Black History Month. This resource is designed for 2nd-5th grade students but can easily be adapted for middle school. 

This lesson is highly engaging and contains 4 different projects. Let students choose a project, create multiple projects, or choose a project based on materials on hand while learning about African masks and Black History Month. 

This project is perfect for Black History Month (February), but can be used in conjunction with a unit on masks, collage, mixed media, or anytime of year. 

This resource is in a PDF file and contains 26 pages.  It includes: 

• Cross-curricular lesson with detailed instructions and photos for 4 projects

• Suggestions for project variations 

• Cross-curricular and literacy connections

• Information on African masks and photos

• Black History Month facts

• National Core Arts Standards and TEKS (Texas) for 2nd-5th grades

This lesson allows your students to design & create a piece of artwork to create artwork that makes a stunning display.  It is designed and has been used with 2nd-5th grades but is adaptable for middle school. This lesson includes TEKS (if you are in Texas) and National Core Arts Standards for 2nd-5th grades.

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Yayoi Kusama Art Projects

Art Sub Plans Bundle

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Down in the Art Room

Need an awesome Art Unit? I have just the thing for you! This creative Jacob Lawrence Storefront Scene was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. It is best to use 18 x 24 white paper for this unit, since this will be a rather large artwork. This unit should last 4-(50 minute) class periods. I allowed the use of crayon for larger areas on the paper (like the sky, road, sidewalk, and buildings). I allowed the use of colored pencils for small, detailed areas. I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

Explore our captivating Black History Month resource designed to elevate your research projects. Immerse yourself in the rich narratives of inspiring black historical figures as you create vibrant and engaging banners to display in your classroom. Uncover the stories of trailblazers who have left an indelible mark on history. From civil rights leaders to cultural icons, this resource is bound to elevate your student's knowledge, creativity, and deep appreciation for the contributions of remarkable individuals.

The resource includes the following remarkable individuals:

Ruby Bridges

Rosa Parks

Jesse Owens

Barack Obama

Miles Davis

Muhammed Ali

Michael Jordan

Serena Williams

Sojourner Truth

Louis Armstrong

Madame C.J. Walker

Katherine Johnson

George Washington Carver

Jackie Robinson

Maya Angelou

Harriet Tubman

Mae Jemison

Colin Powell

Misty Copeland

Simone Biles

Aretha Franklin

Frederick Douglass

Langston Hughes

Martin Luther King Jr.

Booker T. Washington

Thurgood Marshall

Michelle Obama

Bessie Coleman

Shirley Chisholm

Arthur Ashe

Malcolm X

Oprah Winfrey

Need an awesome Art Unit? I have just the thing for you! This creative Jacob Lawrence Storefront Scene was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. It is best to use 18 x 24 white paper for this unit, since this will be a rather large artwork. This unit should last 4-(50 minute) class periods. I allowed the use of crayon for larger areas on the paper (like the sky, road, sidewalk, and buildings). I allowed the use of colored pencils for small, detailed areas. I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

"Another great resource to teach Scott Joplin! Students love learning about the man who made "the ice cream truck song!" :)" - Dibble's Dabbles

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities or music sub plans? These printable listening sheets offer creative ways for students to learn more about the life and compositions of Scott Joplin!

What’s Inside:

• Five Star Rating Guide
• Composer Fact Sheet: Each composer fact sheet in this series includes fun, basic information – full name, birthplace, birth date, and more. One of the composer’s most popular compositions is also included. The fact sheet contains a place for writing fun facts or notes.
• Word Composer Activity: In the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
• Birthplace Fact Sheet: Use your favorite geographical resource to find the country’s language(s), leadership, traditional foods, and more! The historical name of some territories may have changed, but the most modern country is used for easy reference.
• Birthday Coloring Page: A fun coloring page repeats the composer’s birthday, and invites the artist to color in a special cupcake to celebrate the occasion.
• Composer Study Page: Students compile a short biographical page with the composer's full name, birthplace, instruments, and more!
• Composer Vocabulary Another six-word vocabulary list that typically includes the composer’s name, birthplace, instrument, or other related terms. Space is provided to trace each term and the included handwriting paper can be used for additional practice.
• Full Writing Page
• Writing/Drawing Page
• Drawing Page
• Listening Activity Sheets Listening sheets include the title of a popular piece, the composer, a black & white composer to color in, and a space for drawing any scene that may come to mind when listening. There are additional options to identify the mood of a piece and indicate which instruments are playing.
• Weather Color & Listen Sheet: While listening to the selected piece, students can color in the weather elements they feel and hear.
• Emotions Color & Listen Sheet: Students color the character(s) that best identify their emotions while listening to the music.
• Emojis Color & Listen Sheet: Twelve emojis to choose from! Students choose the emoji faces that best match their feelings or impressions about the music.

Printable Listening Sheets (four pages per piece!)

1. The Entertainer
2. Maple Leaf Rag
3. Augustan Club Waltz
4. Kismet Rag
5. Ragtime Dance
6. Weeping Willow Rag
7. Swipesy Cake Walk
8. Silver Swan Rag
9. Fig Leaf Rag
10. Pleasant Moments

Need More Black History Month Resources?

Share stories, create conversations, and spark a deeper appreciation for the arts all month (and all year) long! Explore ALL of the Black History Month composer packs, activities, and digital resources.

Need an awesome Art Unit? I have just the thing for you! This creative Jacob Lawrence Storefront Scene was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. It is best to use 18 x 24 white paper for this unit, since this will be a rather large artwork. This unit should last 4-(50 minute) class periods. I allowed the use of crayon for larger areas on the paper (like the sky, road, sidewalk, and buildings). I allowed the use of colored pencils for small, detailed areas. I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

Need an awesome Art Unit? I have just the thing for you! This creative Jacob Lawrence Storefront Scene was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. It is best to use 18 x 24 white paper for this unit, since this will be a rather large artwork. This unit should last 4-(50 minute) class periods. I allowed the use of crayon for larger areas on the paper (like the sky, road, sidewalk, and buildings). I allowed the use of colored pencils for small, detailed areas. I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

"This is one of my favorite things that I purchased last school year. It's a great resource to use any time of the year." - Stuck on Music Class

Print & Play! Do you need engaging and mindful activities for your Black History Month units/plans? Add music (and history!) with this selection of printable listening sheets by George Walker, Scott Joplin, Florence Price, and more!

► See the FULL PREVIEW for an inside look! Please feel free to ask any questions below.

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of composers
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Listening Sheets Included: (two per piece)

1. Symphony No. 3 in C Minor, Florence Price
2. Sinfonia No. 3, George Walker
3. Violin and Piano Sonata No. 2, George Walker
4. Symphony in G Major, Op. 11, No. 1, Joseph Bologne
5. Violin Concerto in G Major, Op.2, No. 1, Joseph Bologne
6. Symphony No. 4 in D Minor, Florence Price
7. Deep River, Op. 59, No. 10, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor
8. Hiawatha's Wedding Feast, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor
9. Afro-American Symphony, William Grant Still
10. Weeping Willow, Scott Joplin
11. Sunflower Slow Drag, Scott Joplin
12. Blue in Green, Miles Davis
13. After the Rain, John Coltrane
14. Troubled Water, Margaret Bonds

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snow day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

BONUS! Black History Month Emoji Listening Sheets

Each featured piece also has an emoji listening sheet (15 pages.)

Emoji Listening Sheets include:

Emoji Rating Guide (14 emojis to choose from, color and b&w)

Listening Sheets - there are no wrong answers! Students can use the checkboxes to note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more!

Checkbox options:

Time, nature, settings, instruments, colors, and more! Students can also color in the emojis that best describe their listening experience in the emoji grid.

The 'Inspiration Box' can be used for:

Drawing/doodling, journaling, notes, poetry, etc.

Need More Black History Month Resources?

Share stories, create conversations, and spark a deeper appreciation for the arts all month (and all year) long! Explore ALL of the Black History Month composer packs, activities, and digital resources.

Need an awesome Art Unit? I have just the thing for you! This creative Jacob Lawrence Storefront Scene was designed to be printed and displayed as examples while you teach. Use this Google Slide file to display these beautiful images one-by-one on a large screen. It is best to use 18 x 24 white paper for this unit, since this will be a rather large artwork. This unit should last 4-(50 minute) class periods. I allowed the use of crayon for larger areas on the paper (like the sky, road, sidewalk, and buildings). I allowed the use of colored pencils for small, detailed areas. I hope you and your kiddos love this! Enjoy.

This resource contains 4 cross-curricular art lessons inspired by the artwork of Alma Thomas.  Perfect for Black History Month (February) or Women’s History Month (March), these engaging projects can be used with Kindergarten through 5th grade students to produce stunning artwork. 

This resource is in a PDF file and contains 22 pages. It includes:

• Cross-curricular lesson with detailed instructions and photos for 4 projects
• Suggestions for project and material variations 
• Cross-curricular and literacy connections
• Alma Thomas artist facts
• Black History Month facts
• Women’s History Month facts
• Tips for project success
• National Arts Standards and TEKS (Texas) for Kindergarten-5th grades

With 4 projects of varying levels of complexity, differentiation for students is easy.  Let students choose a project, assign different projects for grade levels, or even mix & match project components to create new unique projects.  This is a fantastic project for Black History Month & Women’s History Month.  Start the project in February & continue it into March - perfect for when students may struggle to finish projects due to testing, schedule changes, or even absences. 

You may also like:

Jim Dine Art Projects

Howardena Pindell Art Projects

Black History Art Projects Lois Mailou Jones

Black History Projects Kente Cloth

Women's History Art Projects Bundle 1

Year Long Art Projects Bundle

Sub Plan Comic Strips

I specialize in cross-curricular lessons. More lessons and resources including bilingual labels may be found at my TeachShare store.

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Down in the Art Room

Fun Women's history month Coloring Pages For Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, Girls, Boys Kids. This paint dauber coloring Pages is perfect for younger to practice pre-writing skills and have fun at the same time. Makes a fun gift !

This Bundle contains :

• Women's history month Coloring Pages
• Women's history month Quotes Coloring Pages

Feel free to let us know how we're doing in the Ratings & Comments section.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• ( PDF + PNG )

• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED

• This item comes as a high-resolution PDF + PNG files that you can download straight after purchasing.

• You can print as many copies as you want.

NOTE

• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

Get ready for an enlightening journey in learning with our Research Reading Passage and Body Biography Poster Bundle, shining a spotlight on the incomparable Billie Holiday!

Step into the captivating world of Billie Holiday, the legendary jazz singer and civil rights icon, with our engaging 2-page nonfiction reading passage. Bursting with fascinating anecdotes, memorable moments, and vibrant illustrations, this passage invites students to explore Holiday's unparalleled talent, tumultuous life, and enduring impact on music and society, providing essential research material for the poster project.

INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!

• Colored and black-line version
• Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)

Then, ignite creativity with our Body Biography Poster - a 12-piece collaborative masterpiece! Students color, assemble, and fill in the details, choosing between lined or unlined boxes to suit their style. As they work on their posters, they'll uncover Holiday's unique voice, resilience, and cultural significance, celebrating her contributions to the world of music and beyond.

Once complete, proudly display their work in the hallway, on bulletin boards, or as door decorations, showcasing their dedication and honoring the timeless legacy of Billie Holiday!

Stay tuned for more additions to our growing bundle, featuring even more influential figures in history!

It's the perfect blend of fun and learning for grades 1-6 - guaranteed to make every lesson about Billie Holiday unforgettable!

Get ready for an exciting adventure in learning with our Research Reading Passage and Body Biography Poster Bundle!

Step onto the baseball diamond and into history with our engaging 2-page nonfiction reading passage on Jackie Robinson, the trailblazing athlete who broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball. Packed with fascinating facts, and vibrant photographs, this passage invites students to explore Jackie Robinson's remarkable journey from his early life to the big leagues, providing essential research material for the poster project.

INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!

• Colored and black-line version
• Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)

Then, gear up for creativity with our Body Biography Poster - a 12-piece collaborative masterpiece! Students color, assemble, and fill in the details, choosing between lined or unlined boxes to suit their style. As they work on their poster, they'll uncover Jackie Robinson's indomitable spirit, perseverance, and enduring impact on sports and civil rights.

Once complete, proudly display their work in the hallway, on bulletin boards, or as door decorations, showcasing their dedication and celebrating the legacy of Jackie Robinson!

It's the perfect blend of fun and learning for grades 1-6 - guaranteed to make every lesson about Jackie Robinson unforgettable!

Get ready for an inspiring journey in learning with our Research Reading Passage and Body Biography Poster Bundle!

Discover the courageous life of Harriet Tubman, the legendary abolitionist and freedom fighter, with our engaging 2-page nonfiction reading passage. Bursting with gripping tales, fascinating facts, and vibrant illustrations, this passage invites students to delve into Harriet Tubman's extraordinary journey from slavery to freedom, providing essential research material for the poster project.

INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!

• Colored and black-line version
• Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)

Then, unleash creativity with our Body Biography Poster - a 12-piece collaborative masterpiece! Students color, assemble, and fill in the details, choosing between lined or unlined boxes to suit their style. As they work on their poster, they'll uncover Harriet Tubman's incredible bravery, unwavering determination, and lasting impact on American history.

Once complete, proudly display their work in the hallway, on bulletin boards, or as door decorations, showcasing their dedication and honoring the legacy of Harriet Tubman!

It's the perfect blend of fun and learning for grades 1-6 - guaranteed to make every lesson about Harriet Tubman unforgettable!

This Printable Worksheets is a great way for your little one to learn basic handwriting tracing and writing skills with all different kinds of Letters . This is an amazing method to teach kids how they can Write step by step by copying .

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 52 Pages ( PDF + PNG )

• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED

This resource contains 5 cross-curricular art lessons inspired by the artwork of Lois Mailou Jones, an artist who was part of the Harlem Renaissance movement.  Perfect for Black History Month (February) or Women’s History Month (March), these engaging projects can be used with Kindergarten through 5th grade students to teach them about this amazing artist and art educator.  

This resource is in a PDF file and contains 28 pages. It includes:

• Cross-curricular lesson with detailed instructions and photos for 5 projects
• Suggestions for project and material variations 
• Cross-curricular and literacy connections
• Lois Mailou Jones artist facts & photos
• Design elements examples inspired by artist artwork (over 50)
• Black History Month facts
• Women’s History Month facts
• Tips for project success
• National Arts Standards and TEKS (Texas) for Kindergarten-5th grades

With 5 projects of varying levels of complexity, it is easy to differentiate for students. Assign different projects for grade levels, let students choose a project, or mix & match project components to create new projects.

These projects produce vibrant & stunning artwork for display that is perfect for both Black History Month & Women’s History Month.  Start the project in February & continue it into March, a time when students may struggle to finish projects due to testing, schedule changes, or absences. 

You may also like:

Georgia O'Keeffe Art Projects Bundle

Howardena Pindell Art Projects

Alma Thomas Art Projects

African Mask Art Projects

Women's History Art Projects Bundle 1

Year Long Art Projects Bundle

Sub Plan Lines

I specialize in cross-curricular lessons. More lessons and resources including bilingual labels may be found at my TeachShare store.

https://www.TeachShare.com/Store/Down-In-The-Art-Room

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Thank you!

Deborah

Down in the Art Room

This is a Informational Reading Passage AND Trifold Report Template AND Collaborative Art Project about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) as an African American Artist and a Black Changemaker. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or as an activity for Black History Month or Martin Luther King, Jr Day.

Informational Reading Passage

Information on...

- Early Life

- Career

- Interesting Facts

- Artistic Contributions/Influences

• Inclusive Learning: Foster an inclusive classroom environment by exploring diverse narratives and celebrating the achievements of underrepresented voices.
• Ready-to-Use Content: Save time on lesson planning with our pre-packaged materials, allowing you to focus on what you do best – inspiring the next generation.

Trifold Report:

1. Choose a Subject (Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK)): Students select an individual to research. This could be anyone from historical figures, scientists, artists, to contemporary leaders or influencers. MLK is pre-filled in on version of this template.
2. Fill in the Blanks: The template guides students through the research process. They'll fill in key sections, providing biographical information, accomplishments, and the impact of the chosen individual.
3. Present to the Class: The completed reports become the basis for engaging class presentations. This step encourages students to express themselves confidently and articulately.

Collaborative Art

This unique product transforms any space into a vibrant tapestry of collective expression, capturing the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s impactful words and life.

***Pro-Tip*** To make a smaller puzzle- use your printer or copiers "combine" feature and print 2 pages on one paper!

2 sizes- 25 pieces or 36 pieces! (Bordered or Borderless)

This is a Informational Reading Passage AND Collaborative Art Project about Roberto Clemente as an Latino Leader and a Black Changemaker. Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or as an activity for Black History Month or Hispanic Heritage Month.

INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!

• Colored and black-line version
• Reading comprehension questions for early elementary (1-3) and separate worksheet for upper elementary (4-6)

Information on...

- Early Life

- Career

- Interesting Facts

- Artistic Contributions/Influences

• Inclusive Learning: Foster an inclusive classroom environment by exploring diverse narratives and celebrating the achievements of underrepresented voices.
• Ready-to-Use Content: Save time on lesson planning with our pre-packaged materials, allowing you to focus on what you do best – inspiring the next generation.

***Plus****

Roberto Clemente Collaborative Mural Poster! Engage students as artists, inviting them to contribute to a larger masterpiece that pays tribute to the wisdom and resilience of Roberto Clemente. This unique product transforms any space into a vibrant tapestry of collective expression, capturing the spirit of Roberto Clemente's impactful words and life.

***Pro-Tip*** To make a smaller puzzle- use your printer or copiers "combine" feature and print 2 pages on one paper!

2 sizes- 25 pieces or 36 pieces! (Bordered, Colored or B&W)

Mazes are the best activities for brain teasing labyrinths, these exercises support learning through play by developing concentration and problem solving skills.

Feel free to let us know how we're doing in the Ratings & Comments section.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 50 Pages

• ( PDF + PNG Files )

• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

" Martin luther king jr Jigsaw Coloring Puzzles" is an engaging and creative activity pack designed for young learners. This unique resource combines the fun of jigsaw puzzles with the creativity of coloring pages. Children will delight in solving the jigsaw puzzles to reveal adorable images of Winter setting. After completing the puzzles, they can express their artistic skills by coloring the pictures in vibrant hues.

So why wait?

Grab these fun and educational printables now and give your child the gift of creative exploration this month . Happy coloring and puzzling!
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• ( PDF + PNG )

• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED

• This item comes as a high-resolution PDF + PNG files that you can download straight after purchasing.

• You can print as many copies as you want.

NOTE

• This is a digital item.
• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.
• No refunds as this is a digital product.