Education in Emergencies
Human Rights in Secondary School
This resource has seven lesson plans to help children ages 11-18 explore human rights, either as stand-alone lessons or for themed days across the whole school. Topics include freedom of expression, refugees and asylum, and taking action.
Education in Emergencies
Hassan and Youssof's Story
In this short video, two refugee children called Hassan and Youssof reflect on their life in Syria, their decision to come to Europe, and how their father channels discipline through being a karate champion. There is also an accompanying lesson plan ...
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Insights from a Transformational Classroom in Lebanon: Samia Habli
Learn from Teach For Lebanon alumna Samia Habli, an educator who works with children facing significant challenges in Lebanon. Explore how she is contributing to growing her students as leaders of a better future by fostering belonging in her classro...
Climate Education
Smithsonian Science for Global Goals
Smithsonian Science for Global Goals provides community research guides that can help learners understand the Sustainable Development Goals. It allows young people to explore the areas of the topic that they are most interested in and then take actio...
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Choose to connect
In this 2013 video, Teach For America alumnus Isaac Pollack tackles the seemingly impossible task of transforming Carver High School in New Orleans. Faced with academic gaps and skepticism from students in impoverished, violent neighborhoods, Isaac g
Education in Emergencies
Newsthink: Heatwaves
A lesson to explore the growing impact of heatwaves around the world. Students will understand what a heatwave is and why they are becoming more common. They'll learn about the risks associated with heatwaves and how to prepare for high temperatures....
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A Closer Look at the Five Essential Components of Effective Reading Instruction
How can we teach all children to read accurately, rapidly, and with comprehension by the end of third grade? The National Reading Panel Report provides an answer to this question.