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A group of protesters stand on courthouse steps during No Kings Day in Buffalo, NY, holding handmade signs with messages like “No Kings,” “Resist,” and “This puny little ant is standing up!” An American flag and a Pride flag are visible in the background. The image captures the spirit of community, peaceful resistance, and collective action described in Amber Chandler’s blog “No Kings Day: This Is What Democracy Looks Like.”

Amber Chandler June 18, 2025

No Kings Day: This Is What Democracy Looks Like

On No Kings Day, Amber Chandler finds hope and purpose through protest, community, and the power of showing up—reminding us what democracy can look like.

Author Colum McCann speaks in a library setting, wearing a flat cap and scarf, with bookshelves behind him. Featured in the PBS NewsHour Classroom lesson "Novel Explores Isolation in the Internet Age," McCann reflects on themes of digital disconnection, human resilience, and storytelling in the modern world.

PBS News Hour Classroom June 18, 2025

Novel Explores Isolation in The Internet Age

Ask students: How does "Twist" take on themes of loneliness and isolation? What imagery and stories does it use?

A group of children and two educators sit on grass in a circle outdoors, exploring wind energy with a model turbine and notebooks—demonstrating hands-on, nature-based summer learning that promotes curiosity and well-being.

Proof Positive: Autism Wellbeing Alliance June 17, 2025

5 Ways to Integrate Nature Into Summer Learning and Boost Well-Being

Discover five easy, inclusive ways to integrate nature into summer learning. Boost student well-being, spark curiosity, and support neurodiverse learners with outdoor and nature-inspired activities.

Opal Lee, known as the "grandmother of Juneteenth," smiles while holding her children’s book titled "Juneteenth" during a reading and book signing event at North Dallas Adventist Academy, seated next to a bouquet of flowers and a reading lamp.

Susan Youssofi June 17, 2025

What Is Juneteenth?

Discover the meaning and legacy of Juneteenth with educator insights, historical context, and free teaching resources. Learn how Opal Lee helped make it a national holiday and explore lessons on emancipation, civil rights, and Black history for your classroom.

A diverse group of teenage boys stand together outdoors, arms around each other’s shoulders, symbolizing unity and friendship. The image captures the spirit of youth-led community building and mutual support, reflecting the lesson’s theme of bridging divides and fostering trust through grassroots relationships.

PBS News Hour Classroom June 13, 2025

A Look Inside Community Groups Working to Build Trust to Bridge Divides

Ask students: Why might it be difficult for people with different political or cultural views to trust each other?

A diverse group of college graduates in black caps and gowns celebrate by tossing their mortarboards into the air under a late-afternoon sky, symbolizing achievement—and the mix of excitement and uncertainty that comes with entering the job market.

PBS News Hour Classroom June 13, 2025

How AI May Be Robbing New College Graduates of Traditional Entry-Level Jobs

Ask students: Who is being affected by the changes in hiring caused by AI? What are some tasks that entry-level workers used to do that are now done by AI?

A line of California National Guard troops in full military gear and holding riot shields stand in front of a government building covered in graffiti. They face a large, diverse group of peaceful protesters advocating for civil rights and democracy. The image reflects growing public concern over the militarization of domestic protests, aligning with recent criticism by retired military leaders over former President Trump’s decision to deploy troops in Los Angeles.

PBS News Hour Classroom June 12, 2025

Retired Military Leaders on Trump's Deployment of Troops in LA

Ask students: What is the authority that President Trump is claiming allows him to deploy the military against protests within the United States?

Half-toned, high-contrast portrait of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on the left side, with a multicolored radial pie‐chart graphic filling the right side; reflects the blog’s critique of his statements framing autism as an "epidemic," visually bridging his public persona with a data‑driven response to his controversial claims

AFT June 12, 2025

RFK Jr. Has It All Wrong on Autism

RFK Jr. calls autism an “epidemic”—but the science tells a different story. This blog breaks down why his claims are misleading and harmful to families.

A large group of immigrant rights activists marching on May Day, holding a handmade banner reading “AMERICA: WE ARE YOUR PEOPLE – LISTEN TO US,” with American flags sewn on. Participants wear shirts with “1° DE MAYO” and “Chicago Marcha,” showing solidarity and demanding dignity, respect, and fair immigration reform.

AFT June 12, 2025

Understanding Immigration: Glossary of Common Terms

Discover how immigration affects real families across generations. This blog blends storytelling, policy insight, and educational tools to spark deeper understanding—and action.

A diverse group of adults participates in a hands-on pottery class at a local community arts center. Students are seated around tables shaping clay, surrounded by tools and art materials. The image reflects the type of arts programming that may be affected by recent budget cuts and the loss of National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants.

PBS News Hour Classroom June 11, 2025

Local Arts Groups Face Budget Cuts as NEA Pulls Grants

Ask students: Why did the Trump administration say they were cutting the arts grants, according to the letter they sent to grant recipients?