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Educator Resources for American Creed
View lessons created by Facing History to help educators share the PBS and Citizen Film documentary American Creed with their students. These lesson plans bring together teaching strategies, videos, and activities that will help you explore themes such as common ideals and national identity.
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From Reflection to Action: A Choosing to Participate Toolkit
Get our toolkit to learn how to strengthen your students' civic skills and knowledge. Our guide includes flexible activities and strategies ranging from one class period to a semester-long elective or independent civic action project.
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Holocaust and Human Behavior Program
Explore the website of our core resource to get online readings, primary sources, and short documentary films on the challenging history of the Holocaust.
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Key Dates in Colonial American Religious History
The letter exchange between George Washington and the Hebrew congregation of Newport was not the only landmark event in the early history of America that dealt with issues of religious freedom and identity. Seixas’ letter and Washington’s subsequent response exist within a timeline of many other events during which the newly formed country faced those issues. Continue reading below for information about some of those events.
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Resources for Civic Education
A collection of teaching ideas, on-demand learning opportunities, and other resources designed to build students’ capacities for civic engagement.
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Spark a Connection
Our resources help you get out of your comfort zone and spark a connection. In partnership with BRIDGES and the National Civil Rights Museum.
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Everything you need to get started teaching your students about racism, antisemitism and prejudice.