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Teaching the Past to Improve the Future
Despite a range of opposition, educators are committed to teaching honest history in their classrooms—and students are eager to learn.
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One Penny and a Rock
Tangible items can be reminders of the value of people’s unique stories, of building relationships with students and colleagues, and of our mission as educators to teach acceptance and respect.
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Meet Hiram Rhodes Revels
This is the story of Hiram Rhodes Revels, the first black senator in the United States.
February 19, 2020
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A Message From Our Director
LFJ Director Jalaya Liles Dunn emphasizes that “Teaching an honest history counters a prevailing narrative that denies the real origins of this country and maintains an unjust society.”
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Birmingham 1963: Primary Documents
This lesson asks students to interrogate six historical documents that show differing opinions about the conflict in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963.
February 15, 2012
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Juneteenth Observances Promote ‘Absolute Equality’
At the birthplace of Juneteenth, residents urge us to engage with honest history to build a just society.
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Policy Checkup: Addressing and Preventing Sexual Assault in Schools
Educators can use the #metoo movement as an opportunity to make sure their schools have policies in place to protect students and staff from sexual assault and harassment. Here’s how.
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Teaching in the Downturn
Two experts offer opinions on what to expect from the economic crisis - and how to help your students cope.
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A Fragile Peace
Two New Mexico classrooms learn the fine art of living with Tourette Syndrome.