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A collection of activities and strategies designed for exploring and discussing current events with elementary-age children.
A collection of lessons, tips and videos—solid concrete ideas about how you can integrate restorative practices into your classroom this fall, or anytime!
A listing of novels that take a positive, visionary approach to the subject of climate change, focusing on fighting and adapting to climate change. Includes discussion questions.
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 simple process will enable your class to create a song expressing their feelings about the climate crisis - or other issues on their minds.
Young people led the way in historic union victories at Amazon and Starbucks. Is labor making a comeback?
Collected lessons and resources for increasing knowledge and awareness during AAPI month - or any time.
May is AAPI Heritage Month. These maps, definitions, and links to additional resources provide an introduction to the AAPI community and AAPI issues.
Students listen to and reflect on a range of voices about the leaked Supreme Court draft ruling that would reverse Roe v. Wade.
Invite students to think about the power of storytelling, and make time for storytelling in your classroom.
Students consider what it's like to be a refugee through poetry, photos, and videos, and discuss the UN statement that the solidarity for Ukrainians should "set the example for all
Honor the planet by engaging students in our lessons on the environment and climate.
Students learn about the history and impact of Title IX and discuss the continuing struggle for gender equity in sports.
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School boards around the country are embroiled in controversies on issues ranging from the rights of transgender students to teaching on race. Should students have a say on school
Young people are exposed to more troubling, tragic, and controversial events than ever before, often starting at a young age. Here are steps we can take to address upsetting events
In honor of Black History Month, consider these lessons on everything from the story of Black farmers to the history of voter suppression.
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.