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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.
The Power of August
This CBSN special explores how the murders of Emmett Till and George Floyd sparked two movements, 65 years apart.
Building a Toolbox for Racial Justice
Students use this handout to complete the Summative Assessment by applying the lessons they learned throughout the unit to create a toolbox for racial justice.
Building a Toolbox for Racial Justice (en español)
Students use this handout to complete the Summative Assessment by applying the lessons they learned throughout the unit to create a toolbox for racial justice. This resource is in Spanish.
Student Activities: Disability Rights and the Legacy of Judy Heumann’s Activism
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Learn about Judy Heumann’s life and legacy and explore ways to continue to advance disability rights.
10 Questions Framework: Questions for the Past
Students apply the 10 Questions Framework to 1963 Chicago Public Schools Boycott.
10 Questions Framework: Parkland Viewing Guide
Students apply the 10 Questions Framework to a video about the Parkland student movement.
Quotations for Changemakers
Students reflect on quotes from activists about what it means to enact change.
10 Questions Framework: Questions for Me
Use this handout to help students understand how they can apply the 10 Questions Framework to their own life.
The Impact of the Earthquake in Syria and Turkey
Students read information about the earthquake and descriptions of its impacts on people in Syria and Turkey.
Student Activities: Responding to the Earthquake in Turkey and Syria
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These student-facing slides help students learn about who is impacted by the earthquake and what individuals, organizations, and governments can do to help.
Strategies for Addressing Racist and Dehumanizing Language in Literature
Prepare to teach a challenging text with intention and care using the following recommendations.