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March 1, 2018

We Rest Our Case: American Slavery Is Widely Mistaught

Abolitionists William Still, Sojourner Truth, William Loyd Garrison, unidentified male and female slaves, and Black Union soldiers in front of American flag

After hearing from skeptics about our Teaching Hard History report findings, TT Director Maureen Costello came across striking new evidence that the project is necessary.

Topic

Slavery

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Issue 62, Summer 2019

Toolkit for “Lies My Bookshelf Told Me: Slavery in Children’s Literature”

The word "Slavery" being painted over by white paint and white painter.

Our online Teaching Hard History Text Library includes a wealth of primary and secondary source documents about slavery to share with students of all ages.

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The Resurgence of Hate

The purpose of this activity is to take a look at one of the most famous hate groups, try to understand why its members believe the way they do and learn what can be done to stop hate groups from returning to their historic levels of power and influence.

Grade Level

6-8

January 11, 2010

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May 2, 2017

What Is Cinco de Mayo?

A photo of the Mexican flag blowing in the wind.

Mexican culture cannot be reduced to tacos, oversized sombreros and piñatas.

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Reflection Activity: Identity

Individual reflection activity exploring identity.

Professional Development Topic

Instruction

May 5, 2011

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Issue 47, Summer 2014

What We’re Watching

From full-length features to 10-minute shorts, these films caught our attention—and deserve yours.

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Issue 48, Fall 2014

Advice From the Experts

Answers to your toughest social justice questions.

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March 10, 2020

‘Selma Online’: Young People Impact the Vote

Photograph of protesters in Selma, Alabama, in the 1960s.

Use ‘Selma Online’ to help students build decision-making, leadership, activism and civic engagement skills at their own pace.

Topic

Rights & Activism

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April 16, 2019

An Intersectional Lesson From Reconstruction

Students and teachers pose outside the Freedmen's Bureau school in Beaufort, South Carolina.

The lessons of Reconstruction extend beyond the history classroom.

Topic

Rights & Activism

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June 2, 2016

Teaching About Activism: The Era of Antebellum Reform

Read why this teacher thinks more social studies education should focus on activism in the past.

Topic

Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism