Make Black History Month interactive and engaging with this Black Innovators Unscramble Game! This fun and educational activity challenges students to unscramble the names of influential Black innovators, activists, and trailblazers using two hints for each person. Students will learn about historical and modern figures who have shaped society while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Grade Band: Middle or High School
Subject Matter: All subjects (history focused)
Resource Type: interactive games
Format: Digital PDFTotal Pages: 4 pages
Perfect for middle and high school classrooms, this game can be used for individual practice, small group competitions, or whole-class challenges. The included teacher instructions provide multiple ways to conduct the activity to maximize student engagement. Whether used as a warm-up, brain break, or review game, this activity is a dynamic way to celebrate Black contributions in science, technology, activism, and beyond.
What’s Included:
✅ Document Type: Interactive Game & Teacher Instructions
✅ Grade Level: Middle School & High School (6-12)
✅ Format: Printable PDF & Digital Option (Google Slides)
✅ 20+ scrambled Black innovator names with two hints per figure
✅ Answer key for easy reference
✅ Engaging teacher guide with multiple gameplay variations
✅ Small group & whole-class activity suggestionsThis versatile, no-prep resource is a great way to foster discussion, teamwork, and curiosity about the incredible contributions of Black innovators.
Looking for more ways to bring Black history to life in your classroom? Check out our other Black History Month resources, including biography readings, comprehension packets, and engaging classroom games. Or grab our Black History Month Activity Bundle for a variety of engaging lessons in one complete set! Visit our website to explore all available resources.
Black Innovators Unscramble Game – Engaging Black History Month Activity
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