How Nations Can Help Address Climate Change
Ask students: Who is interviewed in this piece and what are their backgrounds? How are countries like the U.S. and China negotiating reduced emissions?
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An Inside Look at New Muhammad Ali Documentary
Ask students: When did Muhammad Ali become a civil rights icon? How might this documentary add to viewers’ understanding of the American experience?
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Educator Health and Well-being Campaign Kicks Off
As more and more of us return to school, many educators are focused on students’ mental health, helping them transition back to in-person classes and learning. But equally important is the mental health of the people who work with them—the educators themselves.
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Thousands of Haitian Migrants Forced to Camp at Texas Border
Ask students: When did Haitian migrants begin their journey to the U.S.-Mexico border? What are some of the dangerous conditions described in this piece?
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Reflections on the 20th anniversary of 9/11 during unprecedented times
Sept. 11, 2001, was primary day, and I was in Brooklyn getting out the vote when the sound of an explosion stopped me and my colleagues in our tracks.
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The Legacy of American Muslims: The Importance of Teaching the History of Muslims in America
By Abeer Shinnawi
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Discussing 9/11 and Partisan Polarization with Your Students
Ask students: Who is interviewed in this piece and what is his background? What is the connection that Graff makes between 9/11 and political polarization?
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American Muslims Remember How 9/11 Changed America As They Knew It
Ask students: How has life changed for Muslims in the U.S. over the past 20 years, according to those interviewed here?
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Relatable: Using Biography to Build Community
One of my favorite “life moments” is when I make a statement about how I feel and someone responds with that amazing word: same.
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