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The Treasure of Walter Dean Myers
Walter Dean Myers’ treasure to us was his gift of beautiful writing, with its poignant life lessons and heart-wrenching stories.
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The Infamous N-word
No matter the spelling or context, the n-word remains intertwined with American racial tensions past and present.
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Complexities of Complexion…Revisited
This educator reflects on a blog she wrote for Teaching Tolerance in 2014—and finds herself confronting the same misperceptions from others about her culture and worldview.
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Toolkit for Race ≠ DNA
This toolkit provides a professional development framework for looking at common misconceptions surrounding race and ancestry, as well as ways to debunk them and build identify-safe classrooms and schools.
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Opening Doors on the Border
Innovative programs for migrant students prove the payoff of making parents partners in classroom learning.
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Building Cultural Bridges: Tips for Teachers
A list of tips for teachers about cultural competence in the classroom.
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Remembering Howard Zinn
As a young newspaper reporter in Texas, I covered my fair share of speeches. The thrill of hearing an important person give carefully prepared remarks wore off quickly. So I got in the habit of turning away from the speaker and watching the crowd.
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The Obstacles Faced by Children of Color
It’s widely understood that African-American kids—and other children of color—get fewer opportunities in life than white kids. But still, it is jarring to find that perception overwhelmingly confirmed in a survey of adults whose jobs involve helping children.
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Get Ready for Mix With “Mixers”
Want to get into the Mix spirit before Mix It Up at Lunch Day? Try mixers!
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Anti-Bullying Resources
Any teacher looking to combat bullying should start with the Teaching Tolerance documentary Bullied: A Student, a School and a Case That Made History. This free movie includes a viewers guide with great anti-bullying