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Stories of Joy and Excellence for Black History Month

February 17, 2023

This Black history month, share picture books that tell stories of Black joy, love and excellence. Another, by Christian Robinson Kids will love making up their own story for this wordless picture book featuring a little girl and her cat who crawl through a portal and enter a wild and colorful world. Robinson has brought his vibrant illustration style to many other picture books, including Twenty Questions, which comes out in March 2023. Little Melba and Her Big Trombone by Katheryn Russell-Brown,

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Black History Month: Learning About Frederick Douglass

February 8, 2023

As we celebrate Black History Month, we wanted to highlight some of the key figures who helped shape America. At Imagine, we know some providers will be looking for ways to introduce their kids to some of these important people. This week, we take a look at Frederick Douglass.     “To deny education to any people is one of the greatest crimes against human nature. It is to deny them the means of freedom and the pursuit of happiness, and to

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Support Local Black-Owned Businesses

February 24, 2022

As we celebrate Black History Month, we want to share some resources that will help you support some of the Black-owned businesses right here in Washington State. The pandemic has affected all businesses. It’s important to show your direct support by shopping at their stores or simply showing that you care and value their purpose and presence in the community.  When we support Black-owned businesses, we are supporting black communities. Here are some helpful resources around the state: In Seattle, The Urban

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Imagine Spotlight: Yasmin

February 18, 2022

We have so many dedicated people working at Imagine and want to share some of their stories. Check out the Imagine Staff Spotlight of Yasmin! Meet Yasmin Yasmin is Imagine’s program assistant for the Child Care Stabilization Grant Technical Assistance Program, helping English, Somali, and Arabic-speaking child care providers apply for critical funding to stabilize their businesses. Yasmin first got involved in the immigrant community as a high schooler in Salt Lake City, by helping kids communicate – translating and figuring out

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Black History Month: Lois Martin

February 26, 2021

In celebration of Black History Month, each week the Imagine Institute recognizes and honors Black achievements in the education field. This week, Imagine celebrates our very own Lois Martin, Imagine’s Curriculum Committee Member. Lois A. Martin Lois A. Martin’s career in early learning spans 30 years. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Administration from Oakwood College, a Historically Black College in Huntsville, AL. She received her Master of Arts in Human Development from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena,

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Educational Resources
Beyond Black History Month

February 24, 2021

It can be challenging for teachers to find quality activities and program resources – especially culturally appropriate, anti-racist support for young children. Particularly in February as we celebrate Black History Month, we are reminded to delve into resources that lift up and celebrate the Black community. However, the importance of celebrating the uniqueness and commonalities of children extends well beyond a few weeks each year. When evaluating classroom resources, look at the source. Websites and publications crafted within the community, by people

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Black History Month: Charlotte Forten Grimké

February 19, 2021

In celebration of Black History Month, each week the Imagine Institute will recognize and honor Black achievements in the education field. This week, we celebrate the legacy of Charlotte Forten Grimké. Charlotte Forten Grimké Charlotte Forten Grimké was an African-American educator, poet, and anti-slavery activist. For 65 years she was a tireless advocate for the end of slavery, equality for women and people of color, and education for all. Her incredible legacy includes collections of personal poetry, publications in local and national

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The Founding of HBCUs and the Story of Arthur Means, Jr.

February 12, 2021

In celebration of Black History Month, each week the Imagine Institute will recognize and honor Black achievements in the education field. The Role of Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) refer to public and private schools created before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 when access to postsecondary education was denied to African American students. The first HBCU was Shaw University formed in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1865. Other black colleges followed, often established through the collective work

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Black History Month: Dr. Rita Pierson

February 5, 2021

Dr. Rita Pierson This week, Imagine honors the pioneering work of Dr. Rita Pierson (1951-2013). A child of educators, Dr. Pierson received her undergraduate degree from Elmhurst College in Chicago and her Masters and Doctorate of Education from Texas Southern University. Dr. Pierson was a renowned public speaker and anti-poverty advocate who understood and insisted that teachers build stronger relationships with children. In addition to teaching courses in elementary, middle, and high school levels, Dr. Pierson served in numerous roles in educational

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A graphic that reads "Stories of Black joy and excellence, Picture books for Black History Month"

Stories of Joy and Excellence for Black History Month

February 17, 2023

This Black history month, share picture books that tell stories of Black joy, love and excellence. Another, by Christian Robinson Kids will love making up their own story for this wordless picture book featuring a little girl and her cat who crawl through a portal and enter a wild and colorful world. Robinson has brought his vibrant illustration style to many other picture books, including Twenty Questions, which comes out in March 2023. Little Melba and Her Big Trombone by Katheryn Russell-Brown,

Read More

Black History Month: Learning About Frederick Douglass

February 8, 2023

As we celebrate Black History Month, we wanted to highlight some of the key figures who helped shape America. At Imagine, we know some providers will be looking for ways to introduce their kids to some of these important people. This week, we take a look at Frederick Douglass.     “To deny education to any people is one of the greatest crimes against human nature. It is to deny them the means of freedom and the pursuit of happiness, and to

Read More

Support Local Black-Owned Businesses

February 24, 2022

As we celebrate Black History Month, we want to share some resources that will help you support some of the Black-owned businesses right here in Washington State. The pandemic has affected all businesses. It’s important to show your direct support by shopping at their stores or simply showing that you care and value their purpose and presence in the community.  When we support Black-owned businesses, we are supporting black communities. Here are some helpful resources around the state: In Seattle, The Urban

Read More

Imagine Spotlight: Yasmin

February 18, 2022

We have so many dedicated people working at Imagine and want to share some of their stories. Check out the Imagine Staff Spotlight of Yasmin! Meet Yasmin Yasmin is Imagine’s program assistant for the Child Care Stabilization Grant Technical Assistance Program, helping English, Somali, and Arabic-speaking child care providers apply for critical funding to stabilize their businesses. Yasmin first got involved in the immigrant community as a high schooler in Salt Lake City, by helping kids communicate – translating and figuring out

Read More

Black History Month: Lois Martin

February 26, 2021

In celebration of Black History Month, each week the Imagine Institute recognizes and honors Black achievements in the education field. This week, Imagine celebrates our very own Lois Martin, Imagine’s Curriculum Committee Member. Lois A. Martin Lois A. Martin’s career in early learning spans 30 years. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Business Administration from Oakwood College, a Historically Black College in Huntsville, AL. She received her Master of Arts in Human Development from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena,

Read More

Educational Resources
Beyond Black History Month

February 24, 2021

It can be challenging for teachers to find quality activities and program resources – especially culturally appropriate, anti-racist support for young children. Particularly in February as we celebrate Black History Month, we are reminded to delve into resources that lift up and celebrate the Black community. However, the importance of celebrating the uniqueness and commonalities of children extends well beyond a few weeks each year. When evaluating classroom resources, look at the source. Websites and publications crafted within the community, by people

Read More

Black History Month: Charlotte Forten Grimké

February 19, 2021

In celebration of Black History Month, each week the Imagine Institute will recognize and honor Black achievements in the education field. This week, we celebrate the legacy of Charlotte Forten Grimké. Charlotte Forten Grimké Charlotte Forten Grimké was an African-American educator, poet, and anti-slavery activist. For 65 years she was a tireless advocate for the end of slavery, equality for women and people of color, and education for all. Her incredible legacy includes collections of personal poetry, publications in local and national

Read More

The Founding of HBCUs and the Story of Arthur Means, Jr.

February 12, 2021

In celebration of Black History Month, each week the Imagine Institute will recognize and honor Black achievements in the education field. The Role of Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs) Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) refer to public and private schools created before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 when access to postsecondary education was denied to African American students. The first HBCU was Shaw University formed in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1865. Other black colleges followed, often established through the collective work

Read More

Black History Month: Dr. Rita Pierson

February 5, 2021

Dr. Rita Pierson This week, Imagine honors the pioneering work of Dr. Rita Pierson (1951-2013). A child of educators, Dr. Pierson received her undergraduate degree from Elmhurst College in Chicago and her Masters and Doctorate of Education from Texas Southern University. Dr. Pierson was a renowned public speaker and anti-poverty advocate who understood and insisted that teachers build stronger relationships with children. In addition to teaching courses in elementary, middle, and high school levels, Dr. Pierson served in numerous roles in educational

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