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SML Member April 13, 2021

9/11 Anniversary: Using Storytelling to Connect Historical Turning Points 20 Years Later

The National September 11 Memorial and Museum discusses the importance of connecting our history through storytelling on the 20th 9/11 anniversary.

PBS News Hour Classroom April 08, 2021

Musical Duo Black Violin on Defying Stereotypes

Ask students: Who is behind Black Violin? What stereotypes and assumptions are they challenging? Where did they get the inspiration for their name?

PBS News Hour Classroom April 07, 2021

Analyzing the Trial of Derek Chauvin with Students

Ask students: Who is Derek Chauvin? Who is George Floyd?
Why is he on trial? How is Sergeant Ploeger’s testimony important?

First Book April 06, 2021

15 Novels in Verse to Celebrate Poetry Month

Reexamine everyday from a new angle and explore 15 exciting novels in verse for you and your students to celebrate Poetry Month with.

Re-Imagining Migration April 05, 2021

Expanding Horizons: Resources for Teaching Arab American Heritage Month

Abeer Shinnawi writes about her experiences growing up in the United States and details resources on teaching Arab American Heritage Month.

AFT March 31, 2021

Using the Strength of My Paraprofessional Voice

Paraprofessional educator, mother, and Toledo City Council Member Cerssandra McPherson details her journey as a union activist.

PBS News Hour Classroom March 31, 2021

How Poetry Helps This Doctor Communicate with Patients Better

Ask students: What are some of the ways art might help those with illness? When and where does Dr. Fady Joudah use art in his practice?

PBS News Hour Classroom March 31, 2021

Will Offshore Wind Drive Renewable Energy Push?

Ask students: Who is currently pushing for offshore wind turbines, and who is resisting them? What are the pros and cons of wind energy?

AFT March 31, 2021

What We Can Do to Make it Through: Marc Brackett and Share My Lesson

This blog explores how Share My Lesson's webinars with Marc Brackett can help you continue to handle tough times and tough emotions.

PBS News Hour Classroom March 30, 2021

How Migrants Are Being ‘Expelled’ from the U.S. Border

Ask students: How is the Biden administration planning to address the current influx of migrants? Why are migrants seeking to enter the United States?