Black History Month Biographies Choice Board + Printable

Black History Month Biographies Choice Board
Engage upper elementary students in meaningful research while honoring Black history through choice, exploration, and voice.
 
This Black History Month Biographies Choice Board invites students to explore the lives and contributions of 25 influential African American figures using short, student-friendly mini biographies. The choice board format encourages independence while building research and informative writing skills.
It’s structured, flexible, and easy to use during a busy February.
 
What’s included
Interactive Google Slides choice board
Mini biographies for each featured figure, designed for student research
Printable student handout
A worksheet for notes, reflections, and written responses
 
Who students learn about
A diverse range of leaders, innovators, and change-makers, including:
Claudette Colvin · Dominique Dawes · Ketanji Brown Jackson · Michelle Obama · George Washington Carver · Martin Luther King Jr. · Kamala Harris · Simone Biles · Barack Obama · Ruby Bridges · Maya Angelou · Serena Williams · Jackie Robinson · Amanda Gorman · and more (25 total).
 
Why teachers use this
supports research and informative writing
encourages student choice and ownership
works well for independent or small-group work
easy to assign digitally or use with print
fits naturally into Black History Month instruction
 
How teachers use it
research projects
literacy or social studies centers
independent work
group activities
enrichment during Black History Month
 
Why it works
The choice board structure allows students to engage at their own pace while learning about a wide range of African American figures. Mini biographies provide enough structure to guide research without overwhelming students.
 
Best for
Black History Month · research projects · informative writing · upper elementary · choice boards