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January 12, 2018

“A Deep and Painful Flaw”: Talk About Immigration With Your Students

With or without the latest headlines from the White House, immigration is worthy of class discussion, and teachers should be ready to facilitate that discussion.

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Immigration

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Talking to Children About the History of Slavery in the United States

Recommendations and age-appropriate information to emphasize in conversations about slavery and racism in the U.S.

November 20, 2024

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September 28, 2017

How to Talk About Puerto Rico With Your Students

Puerto Rico | Hurricane Maria Aftermath and Devastation | 2017

The crisis in Puerto Rico is complicated and tied to its history with the United States, but educators can address it with students and inspire empathy.

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June 14, 2016

Please Talk About Orlando: A Letter to the Nervous Educator

Two people holding hands in front of a rainbow flag.

As educators, we cannot be silent about hate. We must take a stand and equip our students to do the same.

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Religion Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism

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September 17, 2020

Stop Talking in Code: Call Them Black Boys

A Black educator challenges colleagues to consider the school-based and societal implications of calling Black boys “Black males.”

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Gender & Sexual Identity

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November 6, 2018

TT’s Newest Podcast Host Talks Digital Literacy and Equity

The Mind Online, TT’s new podcast, is almost here! Our own Senior Editor Monita Bell is the host, and she shares some insights about topics, guests and other things listeners can expect.

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Bullying & Bias Rights & Activism

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February 27, 2017

When Students Have Space to Talk About Their Cultures

An elementary school principal highlights what can happen when educators give students opportunities to talk about their cultures and to learn about the cultures of other students.

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Religion

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Issue 55, Spring 2017

Toolkit for "Immigrant and Refugee Children: A Guide for Educators and School Support Staff"

Immigrant and Refugee Children illustration B Bragg

Support and affirm your immigrant students with these resources.

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Talk About Police Violence With Your New Students

After this weekend, we—like many members of our community—are mourning the police shootings that killed Trayford Pellerin in Louisiana and left Jacob Blake in serious condition in a Wisconsin hospital. We understand how hard it can be to know how to support students in the face of ongoing police violence against Black people in the United States. We hope these resources will help.

Don't Say Nothing
Discussing Race, Racism and Police Violence
“No, I Am Not OK.” Thanks for Asking.

August 24, 2020

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August 21, 2019

Talk About Mental Illness Year-round—Not Just After a Mass Shooting

African-American student raising their hand in class, seen from behind.

The days and weeks following a national tragedy shouldn’t be the only times we talk about mental health with students.

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