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As You Were
Bethany Morrow's short story, "As You Were," tells the tale of a harrowing night for one young marching band member.
As You Were (en español)
In Spanish, Bethany Morrow's short story, "As You Were," tells the tale of a harrowing night for one young marching band member.
Introducing Agency
Students use this reading to learn about the concept of individual and collective agency.
Introducing Agency (en español)
In Spanish, students use this reading to learn about the concept of individual and collective agency.
Exploring the Concept of Identity (en español)
In Spanish, this informational text introduces students to the relationship between social identity and personal identity. It includes instructions for annotating, a sketching activity, and connection questions.
We also have an adapted version of this reading designed for English Learners and readers who benefit from scaffolding.
How the Parkland Students Pulled off a Massive National Protest in Only 5 Weeks
Learn about the movement to end gun violence launched by Parkland students after the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
"More in Common Than We Thought" – Chicago, Parkland Youth Stand in Solidarity
Read about the meeting of student activists committed to ending gun violence from Parkland and Chicago.
Why MLK Encouraged 225,000 Chicago Kids to Cut Class in 1963
Learn about the 1963 Chicago Public School Boycott, when students demanded better schools for black neighborhoods and equal opportunity for all.
T.S.A. and Cinnamon Buns
In this personal narrative, a young adult shares their experience of going through security at the airport.
T.S.A. and Cinnamon Buns (en español)
In Spanish, in this personal narrative, a young adult shares their experience of going through security at the airport.
The Danger of Silence Transcript
This is a transcript of Clint Smith's TEDtalk about finding the courage to speak up against ignorance and injustice.