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Athletes and Activism

High School

Throughout history, athletes have used their power and influence to stand up for social justice. In this lesson plan, students explore different opinions about the role that professional athletes should play in politics and activism.

Anti-Bias Education

Race & Racial Justice

American gold medalist Tommie Smith (center) and bronze medalist John Carlos (right) with raised fists at 1968 Summer Olympics

Lesson Plan

Emojis and Me

Middle School

22-year-old digital artist, O’Plérou Grebet, created his own emojis, reflecting life in contemporary West Africa. Help students learn why representing one's culture, nation and identity is important in using emojis.

Anti-Bias Education

Lesson Plan

Anti-Semitism Around the World: Global 100

High School

Help high school students understand anti-Semitism by exploring anti-Semitic attitudes and stereotypes by people around the world using ADL's Global 100 website.

Anti-Bias Education

Anti-Semitism Globally

Anti-Semitism in the US

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How Do Polls Inform, Influence and Impact Elections?

High School

Teach high school students the importance and impact of election polls as they analyze why identity and demographics are critical factors in polling results.

Anti-Bias Education

Happy volunteer asking exit poll questions at election voting center

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Understanding and Analyzing "The U.S. of Us" by Richard Blanco

Middle School,

High School

How does the Latinx community feel about living in the U.S.? Students analyze Richard Blanco’s poem, “The U.S. of Us,” in the context of immigration policy and rhetoric.

Anti-Bias Education

Immigrant & Refugee Rights

Lesson Plan

Lewis and Clark: The Unheard Voices

Elementary School,

Middle School,

High School

This multi-grade unit takes an in-depth look at the history of U.S. expansion and Indian policy, and present the voices and perspectives of Native Americans on the Lewis and Clark expedition.

Anti-Bias Education

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On-Screen Diversity: Why Visibility in Media Matters

Elementary School,

Middle School

Our country is becoming increasingly diverse. Help students consider the importance of representation and visibility in entertainment as they examine the movies and television shows they watch for a portrayal of diversity in characters.

Anti-Bias Education

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Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples Day?

High School

Should we change Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples Day? Students reflect on primary source material to gain insight into why some cities and states have changed the holiday’s name and consider their own points of view.

Anti-Bias Education

UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples

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Casting of 'The Little Mermaid' Brings Pride and Prejudice

Elementary School,

Middle School

An African-American actress was chosen for the role of Ariel in the remake of The Little Mermaid. Elementary and middle school students explore the significance of the casting decision and the impact of diversity and representation in different forms of media.

Anti-Bias Education

Caricatured Halle Bailey as Mermaid Ariel

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Conditions in Detention Centers at the U.S. Border

High School

The humanitarian crisis at the U.S. border has worsened. Use this lesson to explore with students the experiences of migrants seeking asylum, the conditions of the detention facilities and identify actions to address the crisis.

Anti-Bias Education

Immigrant & Refugee Rights

Overcrowding of Families Observed by OIG

Lesson Plan

The Stonewall Uprising

High School

Teach high school students about the Stonewall uprising and reflect on LGBTQ rights and activism throughout U.S. history.

Anti-Bias Education

LGBTQ Rights

Lesson Plan

What is Algorithmic Bias?

High School

Algorithms are part of our daily lives. Explore with high school students the meaning of "Algorithmic Bias" and the difference between someone’s actual and perceived identity through a social media analysis.

Anti-Bias Education