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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.
Student Activities: Creating Healthy News Habits
These student-facing slides help students develop healthy habits for protecting their mental health while staying informed and taking action.
Facing History & Ourselves Civic Knowledge Research Project
This guide provides prompts and strategies for the written Research Project component of New York State’s Seal of Civic Readiness.
“A Jewish Adolescent Ponders her Identity (1939)” by Marie Abravanel
A teenage girl in Libya named Marie Abravanel reflects on her Jewish identity.
Jewish Resistance in Algeria
This reading provides historical context about the Jews in Algeria and their resistance to antisemitic attacks.
Responding to Misinformation, Disinformation and Mal-information
This handout contains tips for how to navigate online disinformation and propaganda.
John Amaechi Discusses Identity
Psychologist John Amaechi discusses the connection between concepts of identity, the creation of a safe learning environment, and the potential for student achievement.
Unit Overview: Developing Media Literacy for Well-being, Relationships and Democracy
Use this handout to get an overview of the lessons, materials, and activities in this unit.
Historical Context and Excerpts from the Purim Story
Students use this handout to complete a Purim text study.