Summer vacation offers time to catch up on the books, movies, articles, discussions—well, just about all of the things you didn't have time for during the school year. This edition of The Moment offers TT-approved suggestions to entertain you and help you rejuvenate yourself and your practice.
Make the most of your rare days off by relaxing with some recommended books, checking out a social justice film or making a self-care plan. Recharge now, so you can come back rejuvenated!
The application for the Teaching Tolerance Award for Excellence in Teaching is now open! Find out how to apply or how to nominate someone for the award—and read about what winning the award has meant to past recipients.
In response to the terrifying and deadly “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, in 2017, use the highlighted resources to contextualize the event for students and to learn about the alt-right movement and white supremacy at large.
Get ready to observe the anniversary of the integration of Central High School and to teach about the Little Rock Nine. These resources can help you contextualize these historic events, connect past to present and celebrate the power of young people to change history.
The Trump Administration and Justice Department have continually tried to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. How does this affect your students, their families and even your colleagues? Learn more about how you can take action to defend DACA, and browse classroom resources on debunking common immigration myths.
The Fall issue of Teaching Tolerance magazine is here! From the cover feature on recognizing and combating the “alt-right” in school to our inspiring One World poster with words from Fred Rogers, this issue offers a wealth of timely, practical resources for educators.
When athletes take a knee, you can bet your students are talking about it. These articles can help you guide the discussion.