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This Black Alabama teen and her family had to fill the gaps in her education at home. Here’s her advice to teachers.

Teachers are using the textbook—and going beyond it—to change history education from the ground up.

The history of the Tulsa Race Massacre was buried for 100 years. Teachers are trying to change that.

Scholar Debbie Reese talks book bans and the fear of a just society.

The rich history and diversity of rural communities have largely been erased. Appreciating both charts a promising path forward.

Envisioning schools that affirm and protect Black students means reckoning with a long history of racist punishment.

Looking for support and solidarity in teaching honest history? Partner with a museum.

Despite a range of opposition, educators are committed to teaching honest history in their classrooms—and students are eager to learn.

LFJ answers your tough questions.

Nefertari Yancie, Ph.D., credits her family’s commitment to asking courageous questions, seeking answers and taking action as the impetus for her career in the classroom.