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In this lesson students examine New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration speech to learn what a speech can reveal about a leader’s values, priorities and vision for democracy—and how a speech can shape how people see themselves and others in a community.
26 prompts with accompanying graphics, providing you with enough opportunities for connection and engagement for every weekday in a month (and a few extras!).
Six classroom activities focused on sharing appreciations and gratitude that you can use this month, or anytime!
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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These classroom activities encourage students to inquire into the values conflict over nuclear weapons.
One student reading describes the growing sectarian violence in Iraq; a second offers background on the historic split between Sunnis and Shiites.
Suggestions for guiding students through a class project on an issue they care about--including a student activity that shines a light on group process.
There's no escaping it: Teaching is a political act.