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The War in Vietnam

After a classmate died in Vietnam, a group of Black community members wrote and distributed this leaflet encouraging “Negro boys” to avoid the draft.

Black Community Members

Grade Level

6-8 9-12

Topic

Civil Rights Movement

Subject

Social Studies

History

July 18, 2022

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Why Do We (Still) Celebrate Columbus Day?

In this lesson, students will address misconceptions they likely have about Christopher Columbus and the colonization of what is now the United States.

Grade Level

6-8

Subject

Reading & Language Arts

Social Studies

History

October 9, 2019

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April 8, 2024

Understanding and Countering Antisemitism and Islamophobia in Schools

Group of multiracial young people talking on steps

Amid a rise in antisemitism and Islamophobia, we all need to help ensure young people’s right to an education free from bigotry in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Topic

Religion

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Slavery and the Civil War, Part 2

Salem State University professor Bethany Jay returns to examine how the actions of free and enslaved African Americans shaped the progress of the Civil War and contributed to emancipation.

July 8, 2019

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Informational

Should I Sacrifice to Live Half-American?

In this letter to the editor, James G. Thompson, a 26-year-old African American, writes about his desire to defend his country and to continue the fight for civil rights as the United States enters World War II.

James G. Thompson

Grade Level

6-8 9-12

Topic

Civil Rights Movement

July 7, 2022

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Latino Civil Rights Timeline, 1903 to 2006

This timeline is used with "Understanding the History of Latino Civil Rights" and "Exploring the History of Latino Civil Rights" lessons.

Grade Level

3-5 6-8 9-12

Topic

Immigration Rights & Activism

Subject

Reading & Language Arts

Social Studies

History

Arts

July 6, 2017

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Resistance Means More Than Rebellion

This episode examines the numerous ways enslaved African Americans incorporated resistance in every aspect of their lives.

July 8, 2019

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Issue 49, Spring 2015

What We're Watching

These documentaries caught our attention—and deserve yours.

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The Law of Religious Freedom

What is the Truth About American Muslims? The Law of Religious Freedom Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof … Religion clauses of the First

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Religion

October 11, 2012

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Issue 54, Fall 2016

Langston Hughes

"I, too, am America."

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