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Examining “classic” literature presents the opportunity for a fascinating study in historical gender roles, but a comparison with today’s media can help students uncover shocking similarities.

Topic

Gender & Sexual Identity Bullying & Bias Rights & Activism

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Issue 42, Fall 2012

Meeting Mathew

Illustration of a boy sitting alone at a lunch table

Students with hidden disabilities should not be lost in the shuffle or ostracized.

Topic

Ability

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December 23, 2014

Caring for Plants and Animals Fosters Empathy

Empathy and caring need to be nurtured through direct involvement in meaningful activities. Involving children in the care of plants and animals is an excellent way to do this.

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June 1, 2017

Proposed Medicaid Funding Cuts Could Devastate Special Education

The U.S. House’s proposed health care bill sends a clear message that special education mandates aren’t on its funding priority list.

Topic

Rights & Activism

teaching strategy

Close and Critical Reading

In reading against the grain students analyze the dominant reading of a text and engage in alternative or "resistant" readings. Resistant readings scrutinize the beliefs and attitudes that typically go unexamined in a text, drawing attention to the gaps, silences and contradictions.

Grade Level

6-8 9-12

CCSS

RL.6-12.1, RL.6-12.2, RL.6-12.6, RI.6-12.1, RI.6-12.2, RI.6-12.6

July 19, 2014

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Issue 40, Fall 2011