Black Cowboys of the American West Coloring Page Black History Month Activity Social Studies Printable Elementary Classroom African American

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A Black History Educational Resource for Teachers & Parents

Bring the story of the American West to life while honoring the courageous Black cowboys and cowgirls who helped settle the frontier. Many enslaved and formerly enslaved African Americans found in cowboy life a rare opportunity for independence, dignity, and a taste of equality. This printable coloring page celebrates those fearless trail riders who called the open range home and shaped the Wild West.

Perfect for elementary classrooms, homeschool families, Black History Month activities, social studies lessons, and multicultural education, this resource helps students explore the often-overlooked contributions of African Americans in Western expansion.

What’s Included (1 Printable + Bonus):

• Educational Black Cowboys Coloring Page
• BONUS American West Coloring Page

Why Teachers & Parents Love This Resource

• Black History Month classroom activity
• Supports American West social studies curriculum
• Promotes inclusive and culturally responsive teaching
• Encourages discussion about freedom, equality, and perseverance
• No-prep, print-and-go learning activity
• Includes a bonus page for extended learning
• Part of our Teaching Black History Collection

Educational Benefits

This printable Black cowboy coloring page helps students:

• Learn about African American pioneers of the Wild West
• Understand how Black cowhands contributed to westward expansion
• Explore themes of freedom, resilience, and opportunity
• Develop creativity while reinforcing historical knowledge
• Engage with untold stories in American history
• Critical thinking through discussion prompts

Ideal For:

• Elementary and middle school teachers
• Homeschool parents
• Black History Month bulletin boards
• Social studies centers
• African American history lessons
• Culturally diverse classroom libraries
• Early finisher activities

Honor the unsung Black cowboy heroes who rode west in search of freedom, justice, and a place to call home. Add this meaningful, educational coloring page to your history lesson plans and help students discover a richer, more inclusive story of the American West.

• Print-and-go PDF format
• Great for individual work, centers, or bulletin boards
• Engaging and meaningful
• Encourages classroom discussion
• Supports diversity and representation in history education

Grade Levels

Ideal for 2nd–5th grade, but adaptable for younger or older students.

Download, print, and start meaningful conversations today.

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Your purchase includes 1 PDF file. Our original designs are created on high quality 300dpi.

Suggested paper sizes and printing:

• Print worksheets on US letter size (8.5 x 11 in) paper.
• This bundle is for personal use, clients, home schooling, classroom only.
• Print on the highest resolution for the best results.
• The print colors will depend on your printer, ink, and the type of paper used.  Adjust printer settings as needed.
• This product is not editable.
• Your image may be printed at home, school, clinic/office or at your local print shop.
• Watermarks or colored sections will not appear on purchased images(s).

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• Copyright for this image/design remains with Jaden’s Freedom Art.
• This printable bundle is for personal use, home schooling or classroom only. 
• Do not resell, redistribute, or share. One download per classroom.
• Print as many times as you like.

This is a PRINTABLE/DIGITAL DOWNLOAD only. The props (lamps, plants, cups, frames, clipboards, etc.) used in the mockups are not included with this purchase. NO physical product will be sent or mailed.

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• After purchase, you will receive via email and on the confirmation page a link to download your image.
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• Just download once and print as often as you need.

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