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Food and gift ideas are the two most popular post topics on this blog. That is why I want to share seven gift ideas for kids by Black women creators. I will be highlighting women from varied backgrounds for you to support this month. I didn\u2019t have the space in my schedule to share about Black creators during February\/Black History Month so this is where I will begin in March\/Women\u2019s History Month. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Black Heroes: A Happy Families Card Ga<\/a><\/strong><\/em>me<\/a> ($11.99)<\/em><\/strong>
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1. My first pick is Black Heroes: A Happy Families Card Game<\/a><\/strong> by Dr. Kimberly Brown Pellum with Illustrations by Magali Attiogb\u00e9: I receive many pitches from publicists year-round. This card game was the only one that I accepted this year because I love how it celebrates the history and brilliant contributions of Black people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My sons are a little too old for this \u201cGo Fish\u201d style game but it was really interesting to see how they approached the deck. They took the 44 cards out of the box and went through each one to see which people they knew and whom they didn\u2019t \u2013 splitting the cards into two piles. Then, they called my husband and me into the room and \u201ctested\u201d us.

They teased me about the ones that I didn\u2019t know. \u201cI thought that you majored in African-American history at Columbia,\u201d they joked. Whatever.<\/em> (On a serious note though, I need to brush up on African heroes!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, we threatened to take away their \u201cBlack card\u201d for some of the ones that they missed. \u201cWho raised you?\u201d I asked when one didn\u2019t know who Angela Davis was. (Really, who raised him?!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The concise, educational mini-biography of each hero and the lovely card illustrations are excellent. I highly recommend Black Heroes: A Happy Families Card Game<\/a><\/strong> to families with kids ages 3 and up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Black Princess<\/a>
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2. Of course, I will include a couple of my merch offerings. I am<\/span> a Black woman creator and several of my merch items honor the Black culture. (My Black Princess<\/a><\/strong> tee is especially popular.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Student Planner <\/a>($22.36)<\/em><\/strong>
Credit: Love Is My Protest<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Many young people love to write and journal. My mom jokes that I was born with a pen and piece of paper in my hand. That is because I have loved writing lists as far back as I can remember.

London-based designer and owner of\u00a0Love Is My Protest<\/strong> Dana Osadebe offers some exceptional options in her collection \u2013 from journals to student planners \u2013 that would make helpful gifts for older kids. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Big Smile Bodysuit<\/a> Set
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4. I learned about Shennel Fuller\u2019s Miles and Milan<\/strong> brand because it was featured in a local Amazon popup shop during February. I love the classic gender-neutral children\u2019s clothing. The pieces are simple but lovely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fly<\/a>
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5 & 6. Books are good presents for all ages \u2013 including kids. Whether you buy them from your favorite Black-Owned bookstore<\/a> or Books at Amazon<\/a>, there are options as varied as the recipient\u2019s interests. Brittany J. Thurman\u2019s Fly<\/em><\/strong> and MJ Fievre\u2019s The Ocean Lives There: Magic, Music, and Fun on a Caribbean Adventure<\/a> <\/strong><\/em>are options that amplify Black culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cBlack Boy Joy\u201d by Ija ($31.99)<\/em><\/strong>
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7. My sons loved puzzles when they were kids. During the pandemic, we revisited that interest since we had extra time on our hands. Puzzles of Color!<\/a><\/strong>, a black-owned family business run by brother-sister duo William and Ericka, has a variety of colorful options to celebrate the culture.

These puzzles are great gift options that kids can assemble with their families. (They are so beautiful that I\u2019m adding one to my personal \u201cgift wish list\u201d!) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I hope that you enjoy these gifts picks and will support these Black Women-Owned businesses all year!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you found these gifts for kids from Black women creators post helpful, please share it. Thanks!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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