Black Cowboys of the American West KS1-One Week Lesson Plan

Saddle up for a side of the American West you might not have heard before.

Black cowboys rode the trails, worked on ranches and helped build communities across the American West. Their stories of skill, courage and determination are often missing from the familiar picture of frontier life.

This one-week pack brings those stories to life for children aged 5–7 through storytelling, drama, art and discussion. Children discover that the people who shaped the American West came from many backgrounds, opening up gentle conversations about identity, belonging and bravery.

CHOOSE YOUR EDITION:

Family Edition: Each week includes a fully written read-aloud, hands-on Let's create activity, printable activities, a simple materials list using everyday items, digital historical poster, and Let's Talk discussion prompts. No research or lesson planning needed.

School Edition: A complete teacher-led lesson, ready to teach. Includes a Teacher Guide, Visual Story World slideshow, immersive story script, pupil workbook, quiz, extended learning, assessment checklists and curriculum mapping. Connects English, History, Art and Drama.

Download once. Open the pack. Start your story.