Black History Fact

1865 - Ratification of the 13th Amendment
The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which abolished slavery, was adopted by the 38th Congress. Ratification was completed December 6, 1865.

Pizza Pinwheels Recipe

Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 12 Minutes Ready In: 32 Minutes Servings: 8

"You'll want to pop as many of these little pizza wheel treats into your mouth as will fit. Crescent roll dough provides a mouth-watering crust. Try experimenting with different types of cheese to vary the flavor."

Ingredients:

1 (8 ounce) can refrigerated crescent roll dough 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

24 slices pepperoni 1 (14 ounce) can pizza sauce

Directions:

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.	On a large baking sheet, pinch the 8 crescent roll dough triangles into 4 rectangles. Layer each rectangle with 6 slices of pepperoni and even amounts of mozzarella cheese. Roll tightly lengthwise and slice each into 4 or more pieces.
3.	Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Serve with pizza sauce for dipping.

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What Is Black History Month?

Black History Month celebrates contributions made by African Americans and people of African descent around the world. It was started by an African American man named Dr. Carter G. Woodson in 1926.  Back then, it was called Negro History Week and was celebrated the second week of February.  Now it is celebrated for the whole month of February in the United States and Canada, and the month of October in the United Kingdom.
Why was Black History Month started?
Dr. Woodson studied African American culture and encouraged other people to study it, too. He felt it was important for people to recognize the great contributions black people have made. He devoted his life to educating people as a teacher, a writer, and a publisher. He was also a political activist who worked to make sure the government treated African Americans fairly.
Negro History Week was set for the second week in February to celebrate the birthdays of two people who worked hard for African Americans: Abraham Lincoln, the white president who freed the slaves, and Frederick Douglass, the first African American Vice Presidential nominee.
Negro History Week became Black History Month in 1976, in celebration of our nation's 200th birthday.
How do people feel about Black History Month?
Some people feel it's unfair to set aside a month celebrating the history of one race. Others say that celebrating black history separately from American History underlines the idea that African Americans are not Americans, and their history is set apart from mainstream culture. But people who think black history is important say that as long as there is racism, unfairness, and a lack of understanding of black culture, there is a place for Black History Month.
Ways to Celebrate Black History Month
No matter what your background, everyone can celebrate the importance of Black History Month. Celebrate the achievements and inventions of the black people featured in this article by reading about them below. Which important figures below contributed something that means a lot to you? Find a way to commemorate those achievements that affect your everyday life, whether it's through art, film, literature, music, education, civil rights, sports or even food!

Recipe For Frozen Chocolate Bananas...With The Help Of Your Parents...

• 2 ripe but firm bananas
• 6 ounces dark chocolate, chopped, or semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup granola, chopped pecans and walnuts, or sprinkles (optional)

1. Line a baking sheet with nonstick foil or parchment paper.

2. Cut the bananas in half and insert a Popsicle stick into each half, as shown. Place them on the baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate with the oil in a Pyrex measuring cup in the microwave (check it every 30 seconds) or in a half-full pan of simmering water (about 2 minutes). Stir until smooth.

4. Roll each banana half in the chocolate, then quickly sprinkle with your topping (if using).

5. Freeze until the chocolate sets, 30 minutes. Serve or freeze in an airtight container for up to a week.

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1. Don’t open e-mail attachments or instant-message attachments unless you are completely sure they do not contain viruses.
2. Don’t click on links inside e-mails or instant messages.
3. Use a screen name (a fake name) in chat rooms.
4. Never agree to meet a fellow chatter in real life.
5. Don’t click on Internet pop-up ads because they might install spy ware on your computer.
6. Don’t use passwords that people can guess (like your pet’s name or the name of your favorite sports team).
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8. Don’t believe everything you read or see on the Internet because some of the information on the Internet is fake.
9. Don’t download pirated songs or movies and don’t install pirated software or video games you haven’t paid for, because you can get in trouble with the police.
10. Children should immediately tell a parent or teacher if he/she is threatened by a cyber-bully.