Bring Black History into Your Classroom throughout the Year
History is full of fascinating threads to follow. Discover stories and lessons that will capture your students’ interest during Black History Month.
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All Community Read: George Takei’s They Called Us Enemy
Use this list of recommended resources to join in our All Community Read of George Takei's graphic memoir, They Called Us Enemy.
![Profile of George Takei alongside his Book "They Called Us Enemy"](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-10/FY24%20ACR%20Header_v2.png?h=e9403ca4&itok=juRPIBQr)
Reflecting on Anti-Black Violence, Justice, and Accountability
In the wake of Derek Chauvin’s conviction in the murder of George Floyd, we reflect on the historical and contemporary violence that surrounds this guilty verdict.
![A protester holding a painting of George Floyd and a sign that reads "Black Lives Matter"](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-09/GettyImages-1218644435.jpg?h=c56f4f07&itok=An23iXAy)
Exploring Audre Lorde’s Intersectionality
Audre Lorde was a Black lesbian scholar, feminist, mother, and poet who challenged us to think about the intersectionality of politics and identity.
![A headshot of Audre Lorde taken in 1980; her finger rests on her chin, and she is looking down](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-09/Audre%20Lorde.jpg?h=e9403ca4&itok=ckSP80ub)
Using Survivor Testimony in the Classroom, in Partnership with Generation 2 Generation
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Support your students’ intellectual and emotional engagement with survivor testimony in the classroom.
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Lilian Baylis Technology School: An Upstanders Journey
Programme Associate Aqsa Islam spent an engaging day with students taking part in our Upstanders: Choosing to Act drop down day.
![Lilian Baylis Technology School](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-10/LBTS_6.jpg?h=d08f423e&itok=pRBF8bEX)
YA Books on The LGBTQIA+ Experience
Engage students in important themes raised in these books that center and speak to the experiences of LGBTQIA+ people.
![Illustration of people representing the LGBTQIA+ community](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-10/iStock-1221240434.jpg?h=4362216e&itok=iaemwm_G)
9 of Our Favorite Back-to-School Activities and Resources
Try these classroom activities and resources at the start of the year to build a foundation for learning all year long.
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Teaching for Equity and Justice Empowers Educators
Discover Teaching for Equity and Justice and how it makes a difference for teachers. This professional development has a real impact on educators.
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Teaching about Labor Rights History
Labor movements have a long history. The rights we have today came out of historic demonstrations and protests.
!["We March For Jobs For All Now!" protest sign](/sites/default/files/styles/dynamic_stack_296_1x/public/2023-08/visuals-OomLbW3j7ig-unsplash.jpg?h=a8856264&itok=1aBcZRcX)
Honoring Transgender Day of Remembrance
Teachers and others can use these resources to learn about Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20.
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