Black History Month: Resources For Primary Teachers

Teach about diversity with our engaging resources across Art & Design, History, Music, and RSE & PSHE! Discover inspiring lessons, explore our informative blogs filled with tips and activities, and don’t miss our webinars on diversity in the foundation subjects.

Practical tips for bringing diversity into the classroom


Diversity in Art Explore activities relating to diverse artists and art styles that you can do with your class during Black History Month. Read more >>>	Diversity in History Encourage using varied sources and highlight lesser-known figures to give pupils a more inclusive understanding of history. Read more >>>	Diversity in Music Explore how to decolonise your music curriculum by incorporating diverse musical traditions beyond Western styles. Read more >>>	Decolonising History Understand the importance of presenting a balanced and inclusive understanding of the past. Read more >>>

Diverse lessons

Explore a range of lessons designed to promote inclusivity and celebrate diversity across subjects. Each lesson has resources and teacher guidance to empower pupils to engage with different cultures and perspectives.

History	Year 2 – Highlight the significance of Bessie Coleman. Year 5 – Examine Tudor life with a focus on a Black trumpeter and African lives in Tudor England. Year 6 – Learn about the significance of Mary Seacole. Year 6 – Understand reasons for migration to Britain during and after WWII.	Art and design	Year 2 Painting – Make collage inspired by Romare Bearden. Year 4 Sculpture – Create sculptures based on El Anatsui’s work. Year 6 Painting – Explore abstract art through Frank Bowling.
RSE & PSHE	Year 4 – Appreciate diversity in a community. Year 6 – Recognise and challenge prejudice. Year 6 – Understand the value of diversity in a community.	Music	KS2 Instrumental – Introduce pupils to Caribbean music styles. Year 5 – Explore music traditions from South and West Africa. Year 5 – Teach pupils about the origins and development of Blues music.

Diversity webinars

Diversity and inclusion in Music

Learn about decolonising the curriculum and gain practical support for introducing more diversity into music lessons. Dr. Stafford shares strategies to broaden teachers’ experiences and explains how Kapow Primary’s Music scheme embraces cultural diversity for a more inclusive curriculum.

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Promoting diversity in foundation subjects

Gain insights on promoting diversity in foundation subjects. Teachers, head teachers, and Kapow Primary experts share strategies to overcome challenges, ensure representation, and integrate diversity with practical tools and resources.

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