50 Brave Choices: Black Learners Matter Too Upper Elementary Activity Book

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50 Brave Choices: Black Learners Matter Too Upper Elementary Activity Book

50 Brave Choices is an inspiring and engaging activity book created especially for upper elementary students in grades 3–5. Designed to affirm Black identity, build confidence, and nurture student voice, this resource helps children explore who they are, celebrate their cultural pride, and practice making positive choices that impact their classroom and community.

Featuring 50 culturally responsive and equity-focused activities, this book combines creativity, self-reflection, and fun to help students develop important social-emotional and leadership skills. From drawing their own “superpower shield” to writing about family traditions, brainstorming ways to spread kindness, and imagining how they can be changemakers, these activities encourage students to think critically, express themselves proudly, and connect meaningfully with others.

Created by Dr. Derrick Campbell, a dedicated advocate for racial equity in education, 50 Brave Choices is part of the Black Learners Matter Too initiative, which empowers educators to create inclusive, affirming spaces where every Black child feels valued, celebrated, and encouraged to shine.

Perfect for classroom morning meetings, ELA, social studies, advisory periods, or after-school programs, these ready-to-use activities give teachers the tools to make equity work tangible—even for the youngest learners. Every activity invites students to take one brave choice at a time toward becoming confident, kind, and proud of who they are.