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Ideas This Week
How One Facing History Alum Connects History and Technology
Ethan Ferguson details how his Facing History background has intersected with his current work in the tech industry.
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How to Write Essential Questions for ELA That Spark Curiosity and Deepen Understanding
Follow this guide to write essential questions for your next ELA unit that genuinely deepen your students’ learning.
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Women's Power in the Struggle for Freedom and Equal Rights
Throughout history, women have shaped and advanced human rights and democratic ideals by challenging societal norms and championing gender equality and civic freedom.
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28 Social-Emotional Learning Activities for the Classroom
Use these simple social-emotional learning activities to incorporate SEL in your lesson plans and classroom routines.
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Donor Spotlight: Ancestry
Ancestry, a Facing History partner, is helping classrooms discover the past! Sign up for free access to historic records, webinars, and other resources.
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Facing History Embarks on New District Partnerships
Our collaboration with New York City Public Schools marks a new chapter in the expansion of Facing History.
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March Assemblies (UK)
Download our assembly PowerPoints for the month of March for use with S1-S4 and KS3-KS4 students.
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“The world is obligated to you and you are obligated to the world.”
Lucie Shiffman believes community care extends to all humans, a lesson she first encountered in her Facing History high school class.
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We Learn by Doing and Reflecting: Civic Voice and Action
Discover best practices on cultivating your students’ voices and facilitating civic action projects.
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Now Is the Time to Support History Education
The study of history equips students with the tools to create a more inclusive and democratic future.
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The Resilience and Leadership of Women
The stories and achievements of women past and present offer lessons on how each of us can work as upstanders and advocate for true gender equality.
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