Black History Month

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Terrific Teens & Historic Heroes: Sprout Celebrates Black History Month

February 17, 2016 Kellie Freeze

As part of its celebration of Black History Month, Sprout is introducing kids to four inspiring teens who are making massive differences in their communities and beyond. Every Monday throughout the month of February, the network for preschoolers will air vignettes that celebrates an African American from history in a fresh and exciting way. Each historical figure is paired with a modern, and similarly-talented teen who is making his or her own impact on today’s society. The vignettes are narrated by NBC News anchor Sheinelle Jones and use bright animation, studding historical images and cheerful interviews to share the lives of talented and inspiring […]

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Interview With Teen Designer Maya Penn

February 17, 2016 Kellie Freeze

Maya Penn is amazing. That’s the impression I got of the young artist/designer/animator/philanthropist after we chatted about her latest honor. Maya is one of four inspiring teens chosen my Sprout to profile as part of the preschool network’s celebration Black History Month. In each profile, a talented teen is paired with a famous historical figure with a similar area of expertise. Maya was paired with Elizabeth Keckley, a designer who became the preferred designer and trusted friend of First Lady, Mary Todd Lincoln. Check out Maya and Elizabeth’s feature here!! Maya started her eco-friendly fashion company, Maya’s Ideas, at the age […]