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Banned Books Week 2025: Freedom to Read, Freedom to Learn

Censorship and threats to civil liberties are intensifying in the United States. To strengthen our democracy, we must resist campaigns that aim to ban books, exclude participation and limit education. It’s crucial now more than ever to advocate for learning — in communities and schools — that is inclusive and promotes critical thinking.

Freedom To Read, Freedom To Learn
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Resisting Hate in Education

October 7, 2025

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November 27, 2018

More Than a Name: Teaching Historic Firsts

Jackie Robinson rounding first base at baseball game.

When teaching students about barrier breakers, don’t just teach “who”; teach “why.”

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Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism

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June 20, 2023

Connect Voting Rights History to Current Policies and Discourse

A diverse group of people are moving toward the right and the person in front is holding a banner that reads "Protect voting rights for all."

Uncovering the honest history of voting rights in the U.S. is crucial to create an inclusive society and realize the democratic ideals expressed in the Constitution.

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Civil Rights Movement Rights & Activism

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October 31, 2022

Power of the Vote: Lifting the Veil of White Supremacy, From the Ocoee Massacre to January 6

A young Black man's blurred image in the background with his hand and an "I voted" sticker and flag.

Civics education must include complete, honest histories and encourage young people to use their right to vote.

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Rights & Activism

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Issue 5, Fall 2023

A Time of Transformation and Possibility

The United States has championed human rights around the globe but needs to consistently ensure those protections domestically.

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Issue 65, Fall 2020

School as Sanctuary

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Immigrant and refugee students and families are under threat. Many schools have joined a movement to protect them.

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About This Report

When we reported on the impact of the Trump election on school climate in the fall of 2016, we hoped that its effect would fade with the start of a new school year. But the 2017–18 school year began in the shadow of

April 23, 2019

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Issue 58, Spring 2018

Celebrate Maya Angelou

Take a moment to introduce your students to legendary writer and activist Maya Angelou.

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Issue 58, Spring 2018

States' Rights and "Historical Malpractice"

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After witnessing the rise of the “alt-right,” this social studies teacher doubled down on debunking Confederacy myths.

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May 22, 2018

Teachers, Facebook and Civic Engagement

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In the wake of the 2016 presidential election, many people—educators chief among them—joined activist Facebook groups. Researchers at the University of Florida studied how these groups influenced educators’ civic engagement. Here’s what they learned.

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Rights & Activism

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