Eight Recommended YA Books That Celebrate Immigrants
Facing History staff share engaging and insightful YA books in commemoration of Immigrant Heritage Month
Stonewall Was Important But Not Because it Was First
There is a long history of protests long before Stonewall that highlight the struggle of LGBTQ people to gain civil rights.
Why Just Mercy Matters
The film Just Mercy can offer invaluable insights to students in unpacking the harsh realities of the justice systems.
King's Life is a Demand
A look into the Boston-based Martin Luther King Jr. memorial, “The Embrace.”
Teaching the Election: A Workshop for New England Educators
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Boston, MA
This workshop will support educators in teaching and guiding students’ understanding of elections and the importance of democratic dialogue. This event will occur in-person.
12 Great On-Demand Webinars for Teachers
Explore these on-demand webinars for teachers at your own pace for inspiring and insightful professional learning from leading experts.
Classroom Resources on AAPI History and Contemporary Life
These resources can help you explore the complexities of Asian and Pacific Islander American histories and contemporary experiences with students.
The Systems That Failed Me, The Ecosystems That Lifted Me Up
All her life Deztinee Geiger experienced the hazards of systemic inequality. Facing History taught her how to confront and change these systems.
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Nine Films on Women's History + History in the Making
These nine films, with complementary Facing History resources, highlight many of the different narratives that encompass women’s history.
Why Teach About Migration? Because It's the Story of Humankind
Studying the history of migration reveals insight into who we are today and provides context for today's current conversations about migration and immigration.
Activist Jose Antonio Vargas Speaks to Facing History
This 2019 reflection considers the lead up to the DACA US Supreme Court decision alongside the personal immigrant story of journalist Jose Antonio Vargas.