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April 27, 2017

A Call for Democratic Education

Since the polarized 2016 election, many people have suggested what schools can do to promote civility, critical thinking and civic engagement. This educator says democratic education might be the most important way to go.

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February 3, 2017

“This Is What Democracy Looks Like”

Teaching students about the role children have played in the march for civil rights—historically and today—is just one of many ways teachers can bring the Women’s March into the classroom.

Topic

Rights & Activism

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February 13, 2017

How ‘Homegoing’ Has Changed My Teaching

After reading Yaa Gyasi’s Homegoing, this teacher is doubling down on his efforts to root the study of literature and written expression in an emancipatory impulse.

Topic

Class Rights & Activism

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August 23, 2016

Curtains Up! A Teacher’s 'Hamilton' Performance

Stepping way outside of his comfort zone, this teacher performed Hamilton scenes for his students, showing them the power of embracing productive discomfort and trying new things.

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April 21, 2014

The N-Word: Connected Through Historical Disconnect?

Dr. Neal Lester talks about meeting folks across the country who want thoughtful, informed and critical conversation about the troublesome n-word.

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Issue 56, Summer 2017

What We're Reading

Teaching Tolerance loves to read! Check out a few of our favorite books for diverse readers and educators.

lesson

Examining Identity and Assimilation

Examine identity and assimilation with an activity that asks the essential question: Was there ever a part of your identity you had to hide?

Grade Level

3-5 6-8

Topic

Immigration

Subject

Reading & Language Arts

Social Studies

July 6, 2009

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Informational

What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?

“What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” was a speech given by abolitionist and former slave Frederick Douglass on July 5, 1852, in Rochester, N.Y., at an event commemorating American independence.

Frederick Douglass

Grade Level

9-12

Topic

Slavery

Subject

History

July 3, 2014

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Literature

One Million Men and Me

Based on a true person, this story is told from the perspective of a little girl whose dad took her to the Million Man March—where she saw the tears, happiness, and chants of men banding together for a common purpose.

Kelly Starling Lyons

Grade Level

K-2 3-5

Topic

Civil Rights Movement Gender & Sexual Identity Rights & Activism

Subject

Civics

History

Economics

Geography

July 7, 2014

professional development

Social Justice Standards | Understanding Justice

This professional development addresses the Justice domain.

Professional Development Topic

Classroom Culture

Instruction

April 17, 2014

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