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Issue 3, Fall 2022

Building Connections Across Communities

Illustration of various people working together.

In recognizing a meaningful moment with educators, LFJ Associate Director for Learning in Schools, Sarah-SoonLing Blackburn, Ed.D., explains how “This work is more sustainable when we share it with others.”

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Issue 64, Spring 2020

Advice From the Experts

TT answers your tough questions.

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Issue 57, Fall 2017

What the Numbers Don’t Show

What do we mean when we say schools are failing? This Detroit teacher flips the script on the “f” word.

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September 11, 2018

Being Sikh in America After 9/11

On the morning of September 11, 2001, graphic novelist and Sikh Captain America Vishavjit Singh was working in his office just north of New York City. In this illustrated feature, Singh explains how the events of that day changed his life. Warning: This article includes offensive language.

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Strengthening Democracy in 2024

As the anniversary of the January 6 insurrection approaches, we are reminded that democracy requires regular practice from all of us, and media literacy is vital to that practice. We offer our first new resource of the year, our Media Literacy Resources page, which provides guidance for introducing these essential skills to children and young people.

Discussing War and Conflict: Resources for Educators, Parents and Caregivers
Learning the Landscape of Digital Literacy

January 2, 2024

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February 6, 2019

Teachers Against Child Detention: “We’re Not Gonna Stop”

Immigrant families and allies gather behind a sign that reads, "Keep our families together."

Teacher of the Year Mandy Manning talks with TT about the movement to end child detention, the upcoming Teach-In for Freedom and a Call to Action she hopes all educators will hear.

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Immigration Rights & Activism

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September 21, 2020

Take 10 Minutes to Register Future Voters Today

high school students on the phone, computer and tablet

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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Rights & Activism

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Issue 60, Fall 2018

Rebounding From Hate

Illustration of a girls' basketball team huddle underneath the basket

When members of this middle school basketball team experienced bigotry and harassment, they had a choice: Give up or rise up.

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November 15, 2017

Teaching “America’s National Crime”

Our new film and viewer’s guide offer educators the tools they need to teach honestly and effectively about lynching and the symbolic power of the noose.

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Issue 26, Fall 2004

The Lesson I've Learned, the Lesson I Teach

This reflection accompanies the feature story " Voices of Columbine." By Kiki Leyba April 20, 1999: Reacting Fourth hour. I'm hustling to Frank's office. The principal is going to offer me — a first-year teacher — a

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Rights & Activism

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