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Introducing Our US History Curriculum Collection
Draw from this flexible curriculum collection as you plan any middle or high school US history course. Featuring units, C3-style inquiries, and case studies, the collection will help you explore themes of democracy and freedom with your students throughout the year.
Borders & Belonging Hexagonal Thinking Template
A blank template to complete the Hexagonal Thinking activity.
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Hexagonal Thinking Written Response
Using evidence from a text, students use this handout to explore points of connection from their Hexagonal Thinking grid.
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The Circles of Action Personal Reflection
Students use this handout to reflect on belonging in their inner circle, in their community, and in the world.
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From Fitting In to Belonging: Text Set Overview
Get an overview of the materials, topics, and activities in this Text Set.
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Essential Questions for a Borders & Belonging Unit
These essential questions are designed to frame a Borders & Belonging ELA unit.
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Essential Questions for a Coming-of-Age Unit
These essential questions are designed to frame a Coming-of-Age ELA unit.
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Talking to Teens About Online Hate Speech: A Guide for Parents and Families
Help teens identify, process, and think critically about online hate speech to help minimize its harmful effects.
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Hey, Boo: James McBride and Rick Bragg Discuss the Rural, Southern Experience
James McBride and Rick Bragg read passages from To Kill a Mockingbird on how historical realities of Southern life affect the characters in the novel.
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Hey, Boo: Reflections on the Masterpiece: To Kill a Mockingbird
Oprah Winfrey, Tom Brokaw, and others recall their memories and impressions from reading To Kill a Mockingbird for the first time.
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Evidence Log Template
Use this evidence log template to help students organize their research for an essay or writing prompt.
![Evidence Log Template Preview](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-12/Evidence_Log.png?h=d3d13267&itok=gNuL3u7d)
Character Chart Template
Use this character chart template as a tool to record and organize information about characters or historical figures.
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