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Street Calculus
This cartoon by Garry Trudeau explores the ways that identity impacts how we perceive people.
At a Glance
Subject
- History
- Culture & Identity
Credit:
DOONESBURY © G. B. Trudeau. Reprinted with permission of UNIVERSAL UCLICK. All rights reserved.
Supporting Materials
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Mood Meter
Students develop their vocabulary for describing their feelings and work their empathy muscles by reflecting on the color of their mood.
Three Good Things
Students practice gratitude by naming and recording three good things that have happened that day.
Slow Down with The Slowdown
Students use poetry as a spark for reflection and discussion about what’s happening in their lives and the world.
Take a Stand
Students practice debate and perspective taking by taking a stand on a controversial statement.
Appreciation, Apology, Aha
Students reflect on the day by asking them to share an appreciation, an apology, and an “aha” moment.
Closing Challenge
Students identify one personal or academic goal that they would like to commit to in the week ahead.
Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Students reflect on the past year and generate ideas for the kind of learning community and learning experiences they are hoping for this year.
Frame a Special Item
Students identify an object that holds special meaning and learn about each other by sharing the stories of these special items.
Envisioning Our Classroom Space
Students analyze a poem in order to determine the qualities of a classroom community where members are seen, valued, and heard.
Stolen Lives: The Indigenous Peoples of Canada and the Indian Residential Schools
Explore our online resource on the Indian Residential Schools and their long-lasting effects on Canada’s Indigenous Peoples.
Most teachers are willing to tackle the difficult topics, but we need the tools.
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Gabriela Calderon-Espinal, Bay Shore, NY
