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History of Hip Hop Music
History of Hip Hop Music
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History of Hip Hop Music
Fourth Grade
Reading
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about soul music and the history of African-Americans in pop music, all in this Hip-Hop Music worksheet!
Worksheet
History of Hip Hop Music
History of Hip Hop Music
Worksheet
History of Hip Hop Music
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about soul music and the history of African-Americans in pop music, all in this Hip-Hop Music worksheet!
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Nonfiction Text Features: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Nonfiction Text Features: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Worksheet
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Nonfiction Text Features: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Third Grade
Reading
Practice identifying and interpreting nonfiction text features in this worksheet about the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Nonfiction Text Features: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Nonfiction Text Features: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Worksheet
Nonfiction Text Features: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Practice identifying and interpreting nonfiction text features in this worksheet about the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Third Grade
Reading
Worksheet
“I Have a Dream" Speech and "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" Song
“I Have a Dream" Speech and "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" Song
Worksheet
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“I Have a Dream" Speech and "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" Song
Fourth Grade
Reading
Children are introduced to two beautiful examples of the power of words in this “I Have a Dream" Speech and "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" Song worksheet.
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“I Have a Dream" Speech and "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" Song
“I Have a Dream" Speech and "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" Song
Worksheet
“I Have a Dream" Speech and "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" Song
Children are introduced to two beautiful examples of the power of words in this “I Have a Dream" Speech and "My Country ‘Tis of Thee" Song worksheet.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Readers’ Theater: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Readers’ Theater: Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Readers’ Theater: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Martin Luther King, Jr. is honored as one of the most important leaders in the civil rights movement. Give your fourth and fifth graders a chance to deepen their understanding of his life and legacy through this reader’s theater activity.
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Readers’ Theater: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Readers’ Theater: Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Readers’ Theater: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. is honored as one of the most important leaders in the civil rights movement. Give your fourth and fifth graders a chance to deepen their understanding of his life and legacy through this reader’s theater activity.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
The Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad
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The Underground Railroad
Fourth Grade
History
The Underground Railroad helped thousands of enslaved Americans find freedom. In this worksheet, your student will learn about this historic network.
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The Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad
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The Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad helped thousands of enslaved Americans find freedom. In this worksheet, your student will learn about this historic network.
Fourth Grade
History
Worksheet
A-Z African American Visionaries Poster
A-Z African American Visionaries Poster
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A-Z African American Visionaries Poster
Pre-K
History
Inspire kids to learn about black changemakers all year by displaying this poster at home or in the classroom.
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A-Z African American Visionaries Poster
A-Z African American Visionaries Poster
Worksheet
A-Z African American Visionaries Poster
Inspire kids to learn about black changemakers all year by displaying this poster at home or in the classroom.
Pre-K
History
Worksheet
Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline
Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline
Interactive Worksheet
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Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline
Third Grade
Reading
In this Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline worksheet, students will learn about the life of an important historical figure.
Interactive Worksheet
Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline
Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline
Interactive Worksheet
Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline
In this Martin Luther King Jr. Cut-and-Paste Timeline worksheet, students will learn about the life of an important historical figure.
Third Grade
Reading
Interactive Worksheet
History of Jazz
History of Jazz
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History of Jazz
Fourth Grade
Reading
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about the birth of jazz music, and the history of African-Americans in pop music.
Worksheet
History of Jazz
History of Jazz
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History of Jazz
Celebrate Black History Month by learning about the birth of jazz music, and the history of African-Americans in pop music.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Underground Railroad: Songs of Freedom
Underground Railroad: Songs of Freedom
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Underground Railroad: Songs of Freedom
Fourth Grade
History
Children learn about three songs that inspired and gave hope to the people who fled slavery via the Underground Railroad, then answer questions about what they have learned.
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Underground Railroad: Songs of Freedom
Underground Railroad: Songs of Freedom
Worksheet
Underground Railroad: Songs of Freedom
Children learn about three songs that inspired and gave hope to the people who fled slavery via the Underground Railroad, then answer questions about what they have learned.
Fourth Grade
History
Worksheet
Finding the Main Idea: Madam C.J. Walker
Finding the Main Idea: Madam C.J. Walker
Worksheet
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Finding the Main Idea: Madam C.J. Walker
Fourth Grade
Reading
Children learn about Madam C.J. Walker, the first woman to become a self-made millionaire in the United States, in this Finding the Main Idea worksheet.
Worksheet
Finding the Main Idea: Madam C.J. Walker
Finding the Main Idea: Madam C.J. Walker
Worksheet
Finding the Main Idea: Madam C.J. Walker
Children learn about Madam C.J. Walker, the first woman to become a self-made millionaire in the United States, in this Finding the Main Idea worksheet.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
The Selma to Montgomery March
The Selma to Montgomery March
Worksheet
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The Selma to Montgomery March
Third Grade
History
Learn more about marches for freedom during the civil rights movement with the worksheet The Selma to Montgomery March.
Worksheet
The Selma to Montgomery March
The Selma to Montgomery March
Worksheet
The Selma to Montgomery March
Learn more about marches for freedom during the civil rights movement with the worksheet The Selma to Montgomery March.
Third Grade
History
Worksheet
Famous Black Americans Quiz
Famous Black Americans Quiz
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Famous Black Americans Quiz
Fourth Grade
History
This worksheet will help teach students about African American musicians, athletes, leaders, and writers who influenced our society and culture.
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Famous Black Americans Quiz
Famous Black Americans Quiz
Worksheet
Famous Black Americans Quiz
This worksheet will help teach students about African American musicians, athletes, leaders, and writers who influenced our society and culture.
Fourth Grade
History
Worksheet
The Star, Mae Jemison
The Star, Mae Jemison
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The Star, Mae Jemison
Fourth Grade
Reading
Get to know astronaut Mae Jemison in this nonfiction reading comprehension worksheet!
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The Star, Mae Jemison
The Star, Mae Jemison
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The Star, Mae Jemison
Get to know astronaut Mae Jemison in this nonfiction reading comprehension worksheet!
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
The Montgomery Bus Boycott
The Montgomery Bus Boycott
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The Montgomery Bus Boycott
Fourth Grade
Reading
In this worksheet, children read the story of Parks' act of passive resistance, then follow a series of thoughtful prompts to reflect on why the boycott was successful, as well as why it inspired the support of so many people around the United States.
Worksheet
The Montgomery Bus Boycott
The Montgomery Bus Boycott
Worksheet
The Montgomery Bus Boycott
In this worksheet, children read the story of Parks' act of passive resistance, then follow a series of thoughtful prompts to reflect on why the boycott was successful, as well as why it inspired the support of so many people around the United States.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
A Misty Copeland Biography
A Misty Copeland Biography
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A Misty Copeland Biography
Fourth Grade
Reading
Students will read a biography of Misty Copeland, the first African American woman to become a principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre, and then answer nonfiction comprehension questions about the text.
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A Misty Copeland Biography
A Misty Copeland Biography
Worksheet
A Misty Copeland Biography
Students will read a biography of Misty Copeland, the first African American woman to become a principal dancer for the American Ballet Theatre, and then answer nonfiction comprehension questions about the text.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Civil Rights Word Find
Civil Rights Word Find
Worksheet
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Civil Rights Word Find
Third Grade
History
In this puzzle, children will find and circle eight words related to the American civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
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Civil Rights Word Find
Civil Rights Word Find
Worksheet
Civil Rights Word Find
In this puzzle, children will find and circle eight words related to the American civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s.
Third Grade
History
Worksheet
Making Comparisons with a Venn Diagram: Bessie Coleman and Mae Jemison
Making Comparisons with a Venn Diagram: Bessie Coleman and Mae Jemison
Worksheet
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Making Comparisons with a Venn Diagram: Bessie Coleman and Mae Jemison
Fourth Grade
Reading
Students read short biographies of pilot Bessie Coleman and astronaut Mae Jemison, each a pioneer in her field. They then practice using a Venn diagram to compare the lives and accomplishments of each woman.
Worksheet
Making Comparisons with a Venn Diagram: Bessie Coleman and Mae Jemison
Making Comparisons with a Venn Diagram: Bessie Coleman and Mae Jemison
Worksheet
Making Comparisons with a Venn Diagram: Bessie Coleman and Mae Jemison
Students read short biographies of pilot Bessie Coleman and astronaut Mae Jemison, each a pioneer in her field. They then practice using a Venn diagram to compare the lives and accomplishments of each woman.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
African American Inventors
African American Inventors
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African American Inventors
Fourth Grade
History
Your young historian will learn about the some of the most notable African American inventors with this worksheet.
Worksheet
African American Inventors
African American Inventors
Worksheet
African American Inventors
Your young historian will learn about the some of the most notable African American inventors with this worksheet.
Fourth Grade
History
Worksheet
Who Am I? African American Female Changemakers
Who Am I? African American Female Changemakers
Interactive Worksheet
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Who Am I? African American Female Changemakers
Third Grade
Writing
This fun worksheet will expose your learners to important female changemakers in the African American community.
Interactive Worksheet
Who Am I? African American Female Changemakers
Who Am I? African American Female Changemakers
Interactive Worksheet
Who Am I? African American Female Changemakers
This fun worksheet will expose your learners to important female changemakers in the African American community.
Third Grade
Writing
Interactive Worksheet
Historical Heroes: George Washington Carver
Historical Heroes: George Washington Carver
Worksheet
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Historical Heroes: George Washington Carver
Third Grade
Reading
Children learn about George Washington Carver, who rose from slavery to become a leading agricultural pioneer, innovator, inventor, and educator, in this historical heroes worksheet.
Worksheet
Historical Heroes: George Washington Carver
Historical Heroes: George Washington Carver
Worksheet
Historical Heroes: George Washington Carver
Children learn about George Washington Carver, who rose from slavery to become a leading agricultural pioneer, innovator, inventor, and educator, in this historical heroes worksheet.
Third Grade
Reading
Worksheet
African American Communities: Eatonville, Florida
African American Communities: Eatonville, Florida
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African American Communities: Eatonville, Florida
Third Grade
Reading
Children learn about the history and legacy of Eatonville, Florida, one of the first all-black towns formed after the passage of the 13th Amendment.
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African American Communities: Eatonville, Florida
African American Communities: Eatonville, Florida
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African American Communities: Eatonville, Florida
Children learn about the history and legacy of Eatonville, Florida, one of the first all-black towns formed after the passage of the 13th Amendment.
Third Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Ideas of The Harlem Renaissance
Ideas of The Harlem Renaissance
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Ideas of The Harlem Renaissance
Third Grade
Reading
In the worksheet Ideas of the Harlem Renaissance, children learn what this cultural movement was about, as well as some famous artists who emerged at the time.
Worksheet
Ideas of The Harlem Renaissance
Ideas of The Harlem Renaissance
Worksheet
Ideas of The Harlem Renaissance
In the worksheet Ideas of the Harlem Renaissance, children learn what this cultural movement was about, as well as some famous artists who emerged at the time.
Third Grade
Reading
Worksheet
The History of African American Spirituals
The History of African American Spirituals
Worksheet
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The History of African American Spirituals
Fourth Grade
Reading
In the worksheet The History of African American Spirituals, children read about how African Americans used spirituals during different moments in history, starting from their enslavement to the civil rights movement.
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The History of African American Spirituals
The History of African American Spirituals
Worksheet
The History of African American Spirituals
In the worksheet The History of African American Spirituals, children read about how African Americans used spirituals during different moments in history, starting from their enslavement to the civil rights movement.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Who is Katherine Johnson?
Who is Katherine Johnson?
Worksheet
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Who is Katherine Johnson?
Fourth Grade
Reading
Katherine Johnson was an African American physicist and mathematician who worked to create the first calculations to send humans into space. Learn more about this inspiring woman with this nonfiction reading comprehension worksheet.
Worksheet
Who is Katherine Johnson?
Who is Katherine Johnson?
Worksheet
Who is Katherine Johnson?
Katherine Johnson was an African American physicist and mathematician who worked to create the first calculations to send humans into space. Learn more about this inspiring woman with this nonfiction reading comprehension worksheet.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Graphic Organizer: Research an Influential Person
Graphic Organizer: Research an Influential Person
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Graphic Organizer: Research an Influential Person
Fourth Grade
Writing
Whether it’s a poet, inventor, or famous scientist, this worksheet will help learners gather and organize important information.
Worksheet
Graphic Organizer: Research an Influential Person
Graphic Organizer: Research an Influential Person
Worksheet
Graphic Organizer: Research an Influential Person
Whether it’s a poet, inventor, or famous scientist, this worksheet will help learners gather and organize important information.
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Women in History: Marian Anderson
Women in History: Marian Anderson
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Women in History: Marian Anderson
Fourth Grade
Reading
Children read a brief biography of world renowned opera singer Marian Anderson, then answer a series of reading comprehension questions.
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Women in History: Marian Anderson
Women in History: Marian Anderson
Worksheet
Women in History: Marian Anderson
Children read a brief biography of world renowned opera singer Marian Anderson, then answer a series of reading comprehension questions.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Black History Month Word Search
Black History Month Word Search
Worksheet
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Black History Month Word Search
Fourth Grade
History
Encourage your child to learn more about the African-American struggle for equality with this word search that's full of important terms and concepts.
Worksheet
Black History Month Word Search
Black History Month Word Search
Worksheet
Black History Month Word Search
Encourage your child to learn more about the African-American struggle for equality with this word search that's full of important terms and concepts.
Fourth Grade
History
Worksheet
Brown vs. Board of Education
Brown vs. Board of Education
Worksheet
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Brown vs. Board of Education
Fourth Grade
History
In this Brown vs. Board of Education worksheet, children read the story of how the landmark decision came about, as well as the struggle that followed.
Worksheet
Brown vs. Board of Education
Brown vs. Board of Education
Worksheet
Brown vs. Board of Education
In this Brown vs. Board of Education worksheet, children read the story of how the landmark decision came about, as well as the struggle that followed.
Fourth Grade
History
Worksheet
The Emancipation Proclamation
The Emancipation Proclamation
Worksheet
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The Emancipation Proclamation
Fourth Grade
History
Read a brief overview of the history of the Emancipation Proclamation, then review what you’ve learned with the exercises that follow.
Worksheet
The Emancipation Proclamation
The Emancipation Proclamation
Worksheet
The Emancipation Proclamation
Read a brief overview of the history of the Emancipation Proclamation, then review what you’ve learned with the exercises that follow.
Fourth Grade
History
Worksheet
Biography: Booker T. Washington
Biography: Booker T. Washington
Worksheet
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Biography: Booker T. Washington
Fourth Grade
Reading
In this biography worksheet, children read a passage about Booker T. Washington's life, then follow a series of thoughtful prompts to reflect on what they have learned.
Worksheet
Biography: Booker T. Washington
Biography: Booker T. Washington
Worksheet
Biography: Booker T. Washington
In this biography worksheet, children read a passage about Booker T. Washington's life, then follow a series of thoughtful prompts to reflect on what they have learned.
Fourth Grade
Reading
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About 4th Grade Black History Month Educational Resources

On Education.com, 4th Grade Black History Month educational resources include printable worksheets, lesson plans, and interactive activities that highlight the significant contributions and stories of African American figures. These materials help students learn about Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King Jr., Madam C.J. Walker, and others through reading passages, biographical timelines, and discussion prompts. The site provides engaging tools to support teaching both the historical context and cultural impact of key figures during Black History Month.

Teachers and parents can access a range of themed worksheets and lesson plans on Education.com that encourage exploration into African American history through creative projects and collaborative classroom activities. For example, students can analyze Civil Rights speeches, assemble timeline posters, or compare the contributions of different historical figures. These resources make it easier to incorporate meaningful, educational content into lessons designed to foster understanding and appreciation of African American heritage.

Using these materials, educators and parents can provide structured activities that make learning about Black History Month interactive, educational, and memorable. Worksheets and lesson plans help guide discussions while saving time on planning. They make it simple to promote curiosity, teaching young learners about social justice, perseverance, and leadership through accessible and engaging content.