Seize the Teachable Moment
It might seem that discussions of race are outside your curriculum area. But when the opportunity to open a conversation appears, seize it, says blogger Pamela Cytrynbaum. "In many cases, for many reasons, we miss this teachable moment by ignoring it," Cytrynbaum writes. Talking about race may feel uncomfortable initially, she says, but it can get better. "For those of us who are comfortable tackling the topic, let's work harder to share strategies."
Looking Forward to a Record-Breaking Mix It Up Day
Teaching Tolerance's National Mix It Up at Lunch Day is Oct. 18. This will be the 10th year for Mix. As you head back to school this fall, plan to join us by speaking with your principal and getting the date on the school calendar. This day was developed to break down social barriers among students and help K-12 teachers create an inclusive school environment.
MLK National Memorial Dedication on Aug. 28
The Martin Luther King Jr. National Memorial will be dedicated on Sunday, Aug. 28 in Washington, D.C. A week of activities is planned around the dedication, including public viewings, concerts, a youth event, a musical tribute, interfaith prayers and a gala. The memorial, featuring a symbolic stone of hope and an inscription wall, was envisioned as a quiet—yet powerful and emotionally evocative—space on four acres. The memorial will become an important site for students learning about Dr. King's work on behalf of civil rights.
What's Ahead: New Teaching Tolerance Lessons
Prepare for the next four weeks:
- Aug. 15: Using Photographs to Teach Social Justice: Advertisements Promoting Activism (11 of 12)
- Aug. 22: Using Photographs to Teach Social Justice: Showcasing Your Understanding (12 of 12)
- Aug. 29: Everyone's a Helper (Grades PreK-5)
- Sept. 6: The Different Colors of Beauty (New series)
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