History Deal Of The Day
I picked up this fantastic find at a garage sale today—only $1!
🛒 Great African Americans Knowledge Cards – Available on Amazon
Description (from the Library of Congress):
This 48-card set highlights the courage, accomplishments, and impact of influential African Americans across history. Featured individuals include educator and editor W.E.B. DuBois, civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., athletes Jesse Owens and Althea Gibson, musical icons Leontyne Price and Duke Ellington, author Zora Neale Hurston, pioneering aviator Bessie Coleman, and many more. Each card features a historical photo from the Library of Congress and a short biography.
Card Size: 3 1/4″ x 4″
Ways We’ll Use Them:
- Flashcards – Great for quick review or discussion starters
- GeoSafari Conversions – Pull facts to create custom GeoSafari cards
- Timeline Activities – Birthdates range from 1753 to 1952 — perfect for lapbooks or file folder games
- Thematic Sorting – Group cards by category: authors, athletes, activists, etc.
- Learning Cards – Use as daily reading or mini-biography prompts
- Alphabetizing Game – Reinforce ABC order skills using names
This set is an excellent addition to any homeschool history collection—and at a dollar, an unbeatable deal!
Last Updated on May 27, 2025 by Jodi
