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PBS News Hour Classroom April 29, 2021

Significance of Biden’s Recognition of the Armenian Genocide

Ask students: Who is the story about? What issue did President Biden address? Where was the Armenian genocide? When did it occur?

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AFT April 27, 2021

New Resources to Help Grieving Students

Explore free resources for grief-sensitive educators looking for new ways to help their students thrive.

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Listenwise April 26, 2021

Podcast Lessons that Showcase Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI)

Use these podcasts to help students learn about the generations of Asian and Pacific Americans who have shaped and enriched America’s history.

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PBS News Hour Classroom April 26, 2021

How Pandemic Pollution Contributes to Plastic Problem

Ask students: Who does plastic pollution (including disposable gloves and masks) harm? Where does the problem of plastic pollution exist?

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Zinn Education Project April 21, 2021

Teach the History of Policing

Learn about the practices and history of policing and how they're vital to make sense of current events we experience each day.

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Facing History & Ourselves April 21, 2021

Accountability, Justice and Healing After Derek Chauvin's Trial

These activities will help students process their thoughts and feelings in the aftermath of the police killing of George Floyd and the Derek Chauvin trial verdict.

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PBS News Hour Classroom April 20, 2021

Brooks & Capehart on Police Shootings and Afghanistan

Ask students: When and where did the U.S. first declare war after September 11, 2001? How might U.S. troops leaving affect both the U.S. and Afghanistan?

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AFT April 20, 2021

Listen to Teachers: Reopen Safely, and Reopen Better

Detroit teacher Corinne Lyons discusses the importance of listening to educators when planning on how to reopen our schools safely.

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Re-Imagining Migration April 19, 2021

Celebrating Ramadan and Sharing Traditions with Students

Use this blog to learn more about some of the most cherished Ramadan traditions and use a Ramadan lesson plan to help students with learning vocabulary.

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Lee & Low Books April 16, 2021

A Diverse, Anti-Racist Reading Guide for Grades 6-8+

Explore this anti-racist reading list for students in grades 6-8 and find ways to promote diverse books and readings in your classroom and at home.

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