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I recently visited a friend’s preschool classroom. While there, I saw an argument that mirrored my high school students’ conflicts. I walked away curious about the way younger and older students use their words to explain their feelings and the actions of others.

What is the fundamental outcome of educators growing their racial competence? Learning.

Safety Helps Overcome Stereotypes in This ESOL Class

What works—and what doesn’t—when it comes to teaching young children about gender bullying?

‘Low-income’ should not mean low expectations.

The Comic Book Project encourages students to address social issues in their lives and schools with art and creativity.

Human beings come in all sizes. How can educators promote health -- and size acceptance?

A couple of months ago, a student pulled me aside to ask for help with a job application. As a teacher working with adult immigrants and refugees, I hear this request fairly often. After class, we discussed the job she wanted –housekeeping for one of the large hotel chains in the area. Paper applications were no longer accepted.