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4 Important Figures in Black History: Books and Activities for Families

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Learning about the contribution of important figures in history can be FUN! Keep reading for FUN ways your kids can learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Harriet Tubman, and Frederick Douglass.   DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.   Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King by Jean Marzollo is a biography on Martin’s life told in simple, straightforward language.   CLICK HERE for the read aloud! The kids will make real-life connections while writing their own version of Martin’s “I Have a Dream” speech!     CLICK HERE for a free kid-friendly template. ROSA PARKS I am Rosa Parks by Brad Meltzer is a biography of Rosa’s life told in a bubbly, fun way! CLICK HERE for the read aloud! Get crafting with a cereal box and paint and create a bus! CLICK HERE for the materials and a tutorial!   HARRIET TUBMAN You children will love about Harriet’s courage and bravery while reading Escape North! The Story of Harriet Tubman by Monica Kulling. CLICK HE

5 Little to No-Prep Educational Valentine’s Activities for Kids

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  Here are 5 little to no-prep educational Valentine’s Day activities that your kids will love!   Valentine’s Candy Hearts Science Activity This hands-on science experiment will have your child learning about density and acidity. They will have the opportunity to test out which liquid affects how and when the candy hearts float and dissolve. You can download the FREE lesson plan and worksheets HERE.   Puffy Hearts Art Activity This arts and crafts activity will have you and your family repurposing drawings and/or art pieces. They can “stuff” their puffy hearts with candy to give to a friend or with recycled paper to use as decoration. You can find detailed instructions HERE. Candy Hearts Math Activities                      These math activities will have both your little and big kids putting their critical thinking and problem-solving skills to practice. You can find the math activities for your littles HERE . You can find the math activities for your bigger