Choose a famous person - Black History - Year 2

When teaching Year 2 students about Black History, it's important to encourage them to learn about and celebrate influential figures. A typical lesson might involve the children selecting a famous person to research and present. The structure of the activity could be as follows: "My famous person is…" where students identify the individual they have chosen. They would then explain why this person is famous with "They are famous because…" which provides context and significance to their achievements. Students would also explore the historical context by answering "How long ago did they live?"

Further inquiry into the individual's contributions is encouraged with questions like "What was the best thing they ever did?" This allows students to reflect on the impact of the person's actions. To understand the broader implications of these contributions, students would consider "How would things be different if they had not done what they did?" This helps them to appreciate the lasting influence of these actions on society. Finally, the discussion opens up to a wider perspective with "Who are the famous black people that have contributed to improving our world?" This question prompts students to think about the collective impact of black individuals throughout history and how their efforts have shaped the world we live in today.