Staging the Compelling Question
Students are introduced to the themes of the compelling question by responding to a quote from James Baldwin that sparks their thinking about the complexities and contradictions within US history.
Supporting Question 1: The Nation’s Founding Ideals
Students explore the supporting question "What does the Declaration of Independence state about the nation’s founding ideals?"
Supporting Question 2: Founding Ideals Versus Realities
Students explore the supporting question "What contradictions existed between the ideals and the reality of the founding of the United States?"
Introducing the Concept of Race
Use this lesson to help your students understand more about the origins of race as a socially constructed concept and racism as a force that shapes society.
Addressing Racist and Dehumanising Language
Use this lesson when your students are engaging with a text that contains racist and dehumanising language.
Creating a Society in Which Everyone Can Thrive
Use this lesson to help your students explore the impact of racism in the UK and what can be done to challenge it.
People's Assembly
Students participate in a people's assembly centered on the question, how might we challenge all types of racism in the UK so that everyone can thrive?
Addressing Antisemitism Online
Students reflect on how they consume and share information they encounter, how antisemitism is spread online and the potential consequences of being exposed to antisemitic content.
Supporting Question 4: Memory of the Founding
Students explore the supporting question "How should we remember the nation’s founding?"
Holocaust Memorial Day (UK): Moving Beyond the Curriculum to Explore Ordinary People
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This one-hour webinar provided ideas, inspiration, and resources for how to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.
Reflecting on Climate Change and Ecological Grief
Use this mini-lesson to help students reflect on their emotional reactions to climate change, their connection to the natural world, and the power of collective action.