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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
Activities to support students' social and emotional learning and restorative practices
Current Issues
Classroom activities to engage students in learning about and discussing issues in the news
Tips & Ideas
Guidance and inspiration to help build skills and community in your classroom and school
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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.
This activity gives young people or adults an opportunity to share deeply about what they are grieving, how they are healing, and what support they need.
Students discuss the rising cost of goods and services and consider why this is happening and what people propose to do about it.
Students learn about three activists who are credited with starting the Stonewall Rebellion that launched the modern LGBTQ+ liberation movement.
Through readings, circle gatherings, and resources, students explore the history of Juneteenth and share their thoughts about community, liberation, and celebration.
We offer guidelines and activities for discussing upsetting events and for supporting students in their aftermath.
This simple process will enable your class to create a song expressing their feelings about the climate crisis - or other issues on their minds.
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Students explore the diversity of names and traditions people in different countries use to celebrate the Lunar New Year, and consider how we can be more inclusive in marking this
Some suggestions to give your students space to share their thoughts and feelings about the events surrounding the death of Tyre Nichols.
Students read about and discuss positive and negative impacts of social media, and reflect on their own experiences through pair shares and group discussion.
Students explore new angles on the life and ideas of Martin Luther King Jr., and consider their own responses and (re)commitments to justice.
Mindfulness practices can help both students and adults stay grounded and connected. This guided visualization activity is one way to bring the benefits of mindfulness to your
Studies show that isolation and sadness among young people have increased since the pandemic. Students explore ways to address this problem as a society.