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First, explain to your kids what “Black history” means. What is Black History Month? It is a 28-day recognition of the achievements of all Black folks, but specifically African Americans.

"Saturday Morning at the 'Shop" by Keenan Jones, illustrated by Ken Daley, is a great book for boys ages 4 to 8, while "Jollof Day" by Bernard Mensah, illustrated by Annalise Barber-Opp, is perfect ...

You can also find more Black History Month events for kids in Chicago on our calendar. The longest-running exhibition of African-American art in the U.S. features more than 100 dynamic works of art ...