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August 04, 2026

Leveling up the “Oldies but Goodies”

Rediscover proven teaching practices with fresh approaches to differentiation, communication and student autonomy for today’s classrooms.

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Leveling up the “Oldies but Goodies”
Icebreaker Bingo Cards (Middle School)
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Icebreaker Bingo Cards (Middle School)

Activity • Grades 6-8
Icebreaker Bingo Cards (Middle School)

Megan Ortmeyer
Teaching Controversial Issues: Discussion Skills for Respectful Classroom Dialogue
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Teaching Controversial Issues: Discussion Skills for Respectful Classroom Dialogue

July 30, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT

Teaching Controversial Issues: Discussion Skills for Respectful Classroom Dialogue

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Protocols for Learning: Building Critical Thinking and Inquiry in Grades 6–12
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Protocols for Learning: Building Critical Thinking and Inquiry in Grades 6–12

July 23, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT

Protocols for Learning: Building Critical Thinking and Inquiry in Grades 6–12

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Measles Is Surging Again. What Does the Science Say About Vaccination?
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Measles Is Surging Again. What Does the Science Say About Vaccination?

August 20, 2026
Measles Is Surging Again. What Does the Science Say About Vaccination?

Amanda Eisenberg
Dolley Madison: Saving American History During the War of 1812
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Dolley Madison: Saving American History During the War of 1812

Handout, Worksheet • Grades 6-12
Dolley Madison: Saving American History During the War of 1812

Sari Beth Rosenberg
How a Bill Becomes a Law - Bill Building Cards & Worksheet
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How a Bill Becomes a Law - Bill Building Cards & Worksheet

Activity • Grades 6-12
How a Bill Becomes a Law - Bill Building Cards & Worksheet

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate

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Creating Safe and Respectful Schools: Addressing Misogyny and Gender Bias

Article • Grades 6-12, Professional Development, Specialized Instructional Support Personnel
Creating Safe and Respectful Schools: Addressing Misogyny and Gender Bias

Stop Sexual Assault in Schools
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Staying Safe from Online Harm

Activity, Handout, Lesson Plan, Presentation • Grades 5-12
Staying Safe from Online Harm

LifeSmarts
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Digital Literacy and Well-Being for K-8: New Lessons from Common Sense Media

Article • Grades K-8
Digital Literacy and Well-Being for K-8: New Lessons from Common Sense Media

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Clean Feels Good Lesson Package (Grades 7-8)

Lesson Plan • Grades 7-8
Clean Feels Good Lesson Package (Grades 7-8)

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Clean Feels Good Lesson Package (Grades 4-6)

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Clean Feels Good Lesson Package (Grades 4-6)

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Are Midterms Safe from Cybersecurity Threats?

August 18, 2026
Are Midterms Safe from Cybersecurity Threats?

PBS News Hour Classroom
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What We Know About the Cyberattacks on Water Systems in 7 States

August 05, 2026
What We Know About the Cyberattacks on Water Systems in 7 States

PBS News Hour Classroom
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Mastering Earth — Free Teacher Resource Pack | Kardashev Scale | Type 1 Civilization | Grades 9-12

Instructional Practice • Grades 8-12
Mastering Earth — Free Teacher Resource Pack | Kardashev Scale | Type 1 Civilization | Grades 9-12

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Shark Attack! Fear, Media Bias, and Impact

Activity, Handout, Lesson Plan, Media • Grades 6-12
Shark Attack! Fear, Media Bias, and Impact

Project Look Sharp
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Columbus “Discovers” America: What’s The Story?

Handout, Lesson Plan, Media • Grades 4-12
Columbus “Discovers” America: What’s The Story?

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