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January 14, 2020

Teach This: Politics and History Textbooks

A stack of textbooks—viewed from the side—in varying conditions of use, from good to worn out.

A recent New York Times article compares history textbooks to show the radical differences between California and Texas editions. It’s a great opportunity to encourage your students to think about the role politics plays in curriculum.

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Race & Ethnicity Immigration Gender & Sexual Identity

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Issue 58, Spring 2018

What We're Watching

Dim the lights and get ready to learn with these TT-approved films!

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April 8, 2021

Talking With Students About Transgender Athletes

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As lawmakers across the country continue to restrict the rights of trans people—particularly trans students—educators can take this moment to start a conversation about transgender identity, justice and ways to take action.

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Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism

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December 18, 2017

One Student’s Journey From Anger to Acceptance

Sometimes student growth happens in ways we can’t anticipate or plan.

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Gender & Sexual Identity Bullying & Bias

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Freedom To Read, Freedom To Learn

These resources, including specific calls to action, can help families advocate for the freedom to obtain an honest and inclusive education in their communities and in schools.

April 28, 2023

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Appendix C: Online Supplement

Resources for Critical Practices Introduction Perspectives by Jalaya Liles Dunn in Learning for Justice Magazine, Fall 2022 Issue Social Justice Standards by Learning for Justice I. Curriculum and Instruction “ What is

May 26, 2023

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March 15, 2021

Queer People Have Always Existed—Teach Like It

Two people hold hands with a rainbow flag in the background.

Educators must commit to undoing the systemic silencing of queer figures throughout history. Here are some ways to more inclusively explore the past.

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Race & Ethnicity Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism

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Issue 5, Fall 2023

Parents and Caregivers for Inclusive Education

Illustration of silhouettes of people pushing against an amorphous, imposing shape.

Responsible parent and caregiver groups are focusing on children’s right to inclusive and equitable education—in direct opposition to politically motivated “parents’ rights” groups with discriminatory agendas that harm young people.

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The Hierarchy of Hate in School

Whether looking at news media reports or reading educator stories, it’s clear that hate and bias are national, not regional, issues. We saw both media and educator reports from all 50 states and Washington, D.C., in 2018

April 23, 2019

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June 21, 2019

What We’re Reading This Week: June 21, 2019

A weekly sampling of articles, blogs and reports relevant to TT educators.

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