It’s always inspiring when one of your favorite brands goes above and beyond to celebrate diversity, and that’s exactly what Target has done for the past six years with Black History Month. They have full lines of products in stores and online, “designed, developed and curated by Target team members” to honor Black History Month.
Last year, I found myself frantically searching the racks at my local Target for an adult sized version of a shirt honoring inspiring women. While I held the mini version in my hand, another woman approached me and exclaimed, “Oh my gosh! Do they have that in adult sizes?!?” When I replied that I was looking for just that, she jumped into the nearby racks to scour for this treasure as well. We eventually found it, and laughed as we walked to the checkout about how we could be just as cool as little kids. I’m excited that Target continues to expand their offerings every year, with additional products and more diverse year-round product lines!
Here are just a few of the inspiring Black History Month products you can find online and at your local Target:
More Inspiring Figures:
- 11-Year-Old Girl is First Black Lead in Annual NYC Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’ History
- Quotes from 8 Notable Black Women on Motherhood
- Women’s History Month: Meet Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil
Target Gears Up For Black History Month With Inspiring Tees & More
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Black History Heroes T-Shirt for the Whole Family
It's such a simple shirt with such an important list of Black History leaders on it. And Target has it in every size, from onesies to toddlers to adults!
(P.S. My nine-year old BEGGED me to buy this shirt for her 3rd grade teacher last year during Black History Month.)
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Black Is Beautiful Sweatshirt
Target is supreme at empowering kids with big messages, and none is more powerful during Black History month than simply saying, "Black is Beautiful" with this sweatshirt.
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I Am Black History Sweatshirt
I absolutely love the message that this cotton blend hooded sweatshirt is sending: history is alive and I'm a part of it!
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Black History Every Day Journal
This journal makes it easy to channel positive energy during Black History month!
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You Can Do Brave Things Tumbler
This stainless steel tumbler is a daily reminder of what you can accomplish if you set your mind to it. It would make a great gift for a teacher too!
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The Lip Bar Vegan Lipstick
Target has collaborated with Melissa Butler's "Lip Bar" brand to provide affordable beauty for all. She wanted to start a brand selling vibrant colors of vegan lipstick in organic formulas for women of all skin tones and has succeeded with her Target line!
"I am my ancestor's wildest dreams!!! And I couldn't be more proud to follow the path that was created by iconic women like Madam C.J. Walker, the beauty mogul whose innovations are still impacting black beauty trends today."
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Brave Beautiful Black Girl Tee
This t-shirt is already selling out because of how much this message resonates for Black History Month. Wear it with pride all February and beyond!
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Harriet DVD (Target Exclusive)
It's so nice to see one of the most loved female heroes of the Civil War get the star treatment in a movie of her own! The Harriet DVD showcases her life starting at birth and continuing through her organization of the Underground Railroad and all of the trials and triumphs that came along the way.
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NASA's Katherine Johnson Barbie Doll
First she got a LEGO figurine, and now she's got a Barbie in her likeness! Katherine Johnson was a pioneering NASA mathematician who was a key figure in the Space Race but who has only recently been celebrated for her success. Getting the little (or big!) kids in your life this doll might help them reach the stars!
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Little Legends Books
I adore these "Little" picture books as some of the best introductions to history for kids. Each page features a short bio on a leader or legend, with a cartoon illustration on the other. It's an amazing way for kids to start stockpiling knowledge and facts about these amazing individuals in Black History!
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Serena, the Littlest Sister by Karlin Gray
Serena Williams is one of the best athletes the world has ever seen and is a monumental figure in Black History, but how did that happen? This children's book shares how Serena found her place in the world, starting with finding her place in her own family.
