Why I Love a Country That Once Betrayed Me
In his TED talk, actor and activist George Takei looks back at how his life in a Japanese incarceration camp shaped his surprising, personal definition of patriotism and democracy.
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Where Do You Start with Text Selection?
Dr. Kimberly Parker shares steps educators can take to ensure that their curriculum choices make room for student voice and reflect a broad range of stories and experiences.
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Humanizing Text Selection
Dr. Kimberly Parker discusses the importance of teachers making intentional choices about text selection that support students’ intellectual and social-emotional development.
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There Was a Purpose in My Being There
Learn about the voter registration drives in the South during the civil rights movement through a volunteer’s first hand account.
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February One
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This video tells about the men who started the lunch counter sit-ins in Greensboro, NC.
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Big Paper Examples
This handout contains images for a Big Paper activity where students explore examples of people promoting belonging and safety.
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Creating "We and They": Kwame Anthony Appiah
Kwame Anthony Appiah discusses how and why humans create a “we and they” distinction.
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Developing Analysis Grid
This developing analysis grid helps students by breaking down the stages of effective analysis to help them analyse evidence indepth.
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Positive-Negative Line Graph
Students practice character analysis by charting important events in the life of a character.
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Sheila Analytical Exit Card
Give students this exit card to help them write an analytical paragraph concerning Priestley's presentation of Sheila.
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Character Perspective Task Sheet
This task sheet allows students to write from the perspective of a character of their choice, and helps them practice writing creatively to set topics, formats, and audiences.
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