Black History Month was established in 1976, shifting from Black History Week, as promoted by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History. President Gerald Ford started the tradition that year proclaiming February as Black History Month to advance the achievements of African Americans, both past and present. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Black Health and Wellness” which according to the Association explores "the legacy of not only Black scholars and medical practitioners in Western medicine, but also other ways of knowing (e.g., birth workers, doulas, midwives, naturopaths, herbalists, etc.) throughout the African Diaspora. The 2022 theme considers activities, rituals and initiatives that Black communities have done to be well."
Guide your children to learn about African Americans involved in the health and wellness fields. I provide below some website links to assist you. There is a plethora of information so please take your time during this month to truly dig deep into African American history and celebrate its diverse culture and achievements. I am certain that you will learn a lot too!
To learn more, please visit:
https://www.history.com/topics/black-history/black-history-month#origins-of-black-history-month
https://www.readingrockets.org/calendar/blackhistory
https://www.education.com/activity/black-history-month/
https://www.chicagoparent.com/things-to-do/guides/black-history-month-activities-for-kids/