Black History Resources You Should Know About for the K-12 Classroom
Every February, Black History is celebrated in Canada to commemorate the struggles Black people have experienced, and the contributions they have made to this country, as well as the social and cultural fabric of the communities they live in. Find out what resources are available for K-12 educators to explore this important topic with students.
Diversity is important to Canadians because it exposes us to the history and culture of people with roots from different parts of the globe, allowing us to gain a better understanding of our world. In honour of Black History Month, our Education & Research group has created a new story map on the Underground Railroad that highlights some of the key individuals who helped enslaved black people escape and start a new life in Canada, including the location of some of the communities in Ontario where these newly freed people settled.
Students will discover where some of the black settlements developed in Canada in The Underground Railroad – Freedom in Canada story map
Other resources for Black History include:
- Black History Canada - 23 Historical Black Canadians you Should Know
This story map highlights 23 Black Canadians who have made major contributions to Canada's culture and legacy. - Black History Heritage Plaques in Canada
Use this Web app to add the heritage plaques that are present in your community or that you have learned about to a map on Black History.
Learn to create your own Web Map or Story Map on Black History by using the tutorials below:
Find more resources at esri.ca/lessonplanner.