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Activism Online
This lesson introduces children to different ways young people have used the internet to work toward positive social change.
September 25, 2017
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Part of a Community Online
This lesson focuses on helping young children learn to participate in different kinds of digital communities. Students will solidify and work on what they know about being part of any community.
September 25, 2017
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Understanding Antisemitism and Islamophobia in Education
To address antisemitism and Islamophobia in schools, we need to understand these forms of hate and how these forms of hate show up in education spaces. (Part 1 of a 2-part series)
October 17, 2024
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Hostile Opposition to the Civil Rights Movement
Understand how hostile opposition efforts tried to slow or prevent the movement for equality and justice, and apply lessons to today’s justice issues.
February 24, 2025
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Understanding the Role and Responsibilities of the Department of Education
By fostering educational excellence and ensuring equal access, the Department of Education is a vital federal agency for the future of our nation.
March 20, 2025
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School Vouchers and the Efforts to Undermine Public Education
Vouchers are part of a broader effort to dismantle public schools, moving public taxpayer funds into private for-profit institutions. This is the third of three articles on public schools as a common good, which explore the possibilities and threats to public education.
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Discussing War and Conflict: Resources for Educators, Parents and Caregivers
As images of war and conflict fill television screens and flood the internet right now, young people need the support of parents, caregivers and educators to grapple with their emotions and to understand the events.
October 10, 2023
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Talking to Children About the History of Slavery in the United States
Recommendations and age-appropriate information to emphasize in conversations about slavery and racism in the U.S.
November 20, 2024
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Creating School Culture That Nurtures Young People
This resource builds on an understanding of holistic child development and offers strategies for fostering family-school-community partnerships and being intentional about building classroom relationships.
August 10, 2025
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Parents and Caregivers for Inclusive Education
Responsible parent and caregiver groups are focusing on children’s right to inclusive and equitable education—in direct opposition to politically motivated “parents’ rights” groups with discriminatory agendas that harm young people.