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In this lesson, students read about and discuss the banning of books from schools and libraries, and what some young people and adults are doing to challenge it.
Students share stories of the women “architects” in their lives (or in the world) who have most shaped their worldview or their values.
Students explore the issue of creating safe city spaces for bicyclists and collaboratively problem-solve around this issue with respect to their own communities, or one with a similar climate change focus.
SEL & RP
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Current Issues
Classroom activities to engage students in learning about and discussing issues in the news
Tips & Ideas
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A collection of ideas and links for teaching on the anniversary of the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
This circle activity invites students to appreciate each other, using as inspiration the Zulu greeting Sawubona, which means “We see you.”
Students learn about the science of gratitude - and one person's effort to express gratitude to every person along the supply chain who made their morning cup of coffee possible.
Students engage in a series of activities to explore the question of body image and how our society affects the way we feel about our bodies.
Students learn about the life and legacy of Toni Morrison and discuss how her 1987 book Beloved is both frequently taught and frequently subject to calls for censorship.
Students consider how the assumptions that we make about other people can be hurtful, and practice curiosity to help them understand another person’s experience.
What is "throwaway culture" — and how do we participate in it? Students explore 'planned obsolescence' and a countering movement for the 'right-to-repair.'
November is Native American Heritage Month. In this activity, students examine a small portion of the history of the Wahzhazhe people, known as the Osage, by delving into two
At this pivotal global summit on climate, young people are making their voices heard. In this activity, students discuss COP26 and urgent youth-led demands for action.
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Students anonymously share their anxieties about the new school year, consider how to support each other, store their findings in a "time capsule" that they revisit later in the
If you're looking to honor Labor Day and working people in your classroom, consider these lessons from our collection.
How should educators acknowledge the anniversary of September 11th and educate students about the events of that day and their impact?
This lesson for middle and high school students is intended to offer joy and inspiration, and the opportunity to be in community with peers.
After a spate of school shootings in the U.S., students examine the evidence and consider: What works to reduce gun violence in schools?
Students use signs from the protests following the Supreme Court’s landmark Dobbs ruling as a taking off place for discussion and dialogue on the overturning of Roe v. Wade.