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PBS News Hour Classroom June 10, 2024

Why Rents Are Still Higher in Much of the U.S. Than Before the Pandemic

Ask students: Where is there historic levels of homelessness? How many renters pay more than a third of their income towards rent?

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Close Up June 06, 2024

Exploring Gun Violence: Public Health and Community Impact

Ask students: Is gun violence an issue that should be addressed by changes to laws and regulatory policies? Why or why not?

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Claudia Sheinbaum addressing an audience at an outdoor event, wearing a gray blazer and patterned scarf, with a government emblem and cityscape in the background
PBS News Hour Classroom June 06, 2024

Mexico Picks Claudia Sheinbaum for President in Historic Election

Ask students: What challenges might Claudia Sheinbaum face in her presidency? How much of the votes did Claudia Sheinbaum win?

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Andy Kratochvil June 05, 2024

Exploring Desertification and Land Restoration

Explore desertification and land restoration efforts around the world with this current events lesson plan focused on climate change and solutions to expanding deserts.

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Illustration of a hand holding a megaphone with rainbow-colored waves, symbolizing support and resources against anti-LGBTQIA+ hate, on a pink background
Andy Kratochvil June 03, 2024

Empowering Our Schools: Resources to Counter Anti-LGBTQIA+ Hate

Learn about essential resources to empower schools with tools to address and reduce anti-LGBTQIA+ hate, ensuring an inclusive environment for everybody.

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A vibrant and futuristic representation of artificial intelligence with a glowing "AI" symbol on a colorful microchip, surrounded by digital circuitry and neon lights.
PBS News Hour Classroom May 30, 2024

Tech Companies Unveil Rapid AI Advancements, Sparking Wonder and Concern

Ask students: Where does 30 percent or more of most big Web sites' traffic come from? When will Apple roll out AI features in a new operating system?

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PBS News Hour Classroom May 29, 2024

Why Students Are Pushing for Climate Change to Be Taught More in School

Ask students: How might climate change education help create climate change action? Why do you think some people oppose climate change education?

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Kelly Booz May 23, 2024

Share My Lesson Wins CODiE Ed Tech Award

Share My Lesson wins CODiE Ed Tech Award for Best Collaboration Tool for Teachers! Join us and let's keep innovating together.

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Linda Brown Smith, Ethel Louise Belton Brown, Harry Briggs, Jr., and Spottswood Bolling, Jr. during press conference at Hotel Americana
PBS News Hour Classroom May 20, 2024

The Lasting Legacy of Brown v. Board and Ongoing Challenges

The 70th anniversary since the Supreme Court's landmark civil rights ruling of Brown v. Board of Education integrated public education took place on May 17, 2024.

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PBS News Hour Classroom May 16, 2024

How the Kendrick Lamar-Drake Feud Affects Industry and Fans

Ask students: Who are Drake and Kendrick Lamar? When did they start their feud? What are the two artists battling about?

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