Sports
Who was the first black African American to play in the MLB?
Jackie Robinson.
Who is the first African American child to attend an all white school
Ruby Bridges.
This man created more than 300 inventions from peanuts.
George Washington Carver.
The first African-American, Disney princess starred in “The Princess and the Frog”. What is her name?
Princess Tiana.
This sweet dessert made from bake yams is often eating at Thanksgiving.
Sweet potato pie.
Who has the most points in NBA history?
LeBron James.
These students were the first to integrate school in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Little Rock 9
This woman created a special haircare line and became one of the first black millionaires
Madam CJ Walker.
This holiday celebrated on June 19th March is the end of slavery in the United States.
Juneteenth.
This drink often, red or purple is a favorite at black celebrations and is sometimes called red drink.
Kool aid.
This tennis champion broke color barriers with her record 22 Grand Slam singles titles.
Serena Williams.
This former president was the first African American to live in the White House.
Barack Obama
This black NASA helped send astronaut to space by doing important math calculations.
Katherine Johnson.
This woman was the first black vice president of the United States.
Kamala Harris
This popular kid show starring a black girl and her stuffed animals teaches important life lessons.
Doc McStuffins.
The first African American to win an Olympic gold medal in Gymnastic.
Gabby Douglas.
This leader helped people escape from slavery using the underground railroad.
Harriet Tubman.
This snack often eaten at baseball games and movie theaters was made better by a black inventor named George Crum.
Potato chips.
The first black female director at Boys & Girls Club Pershing.
Ms. Tamara.
This basketball player known as “His Airness” played for the Chicago Bulls and has his own sneaker brand.
Michael Jordan.
Which boxer and social activist is known for saying “float like a butterfly, sting like a bee”?
Muhammad Ali.
The first Black licensed pilot.
Bessie Coleman.
This important piece of safety equipment used in football and other sports was improved by a black inventor.
Helmet.
Who is deemed the “Queen of Soul”?
Aretha Franklin.
This fun party event were families and friends. Each together outside is common in black culture.
Cookout