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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This lesson asks students to interrogate six historical documents that show differing opinions about the conflict in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963.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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Insist on Persistent Women: Women's History in the K-8 Classroom
Young people need stories of persistent women who have fought for gender equality. Women's History Month is a good time for us to recommit to teaching those stories.
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Permission to Walk Out: They Didn’t Ask, I Didn’t Give It
This principal issued over 100 discipline referrals last week—and he couldn’t be more proud.
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Making King Real for Students Today
On the anniversary of Dr. King's assassination, we encourage teachers to break through the simplistic King narrative and share his righteous anger at poverty and militarism.
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Voting and Democracy Grants Roundup: Elementary and Middle School
TT Voting and Democracy Grants fund projects that encourage students to become empowered advocates for voting in their communities. Here are a few of our favorites.
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How to Respond to Coronavirus Racism
As COVID-19 infections increase, so too does racism and xenophobia. Use our “Speak Up” strategies to let people know you’re not OK with racist or xenophobic comments about coronavirus or anything else.
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Take 10 Minutes to Register Future Voters Today
Taking students through the voter registration process only takes 10 minutes, but it’s one of the most effective ways high school educators can amplify student perspectives this year.
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Advocating to Local and State Boards of Education
Classroom teachers and administrators report that their ability to teach honest history is greatly influenced by local and state boards of education.
November 21, 2023
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Discussing #TakeAKnee in Class
With the spotlight once again on the act of kneeling during the national anthem, students will bring this conversation to the classroom. Here’s how to guide that discussion.