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September 2023
Dear John,
Welcome back! We hope the new school year is going well so far. Please join our upcoming webinar on October 3 on book banning. Also included in this newsletter are a variety of new resources and a collection page for National Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins on September 15.
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Webinar“Off the Shelf: Book Challenges, Bans and Promoting Inclusive Literature” with children’s author Kelly Yang
Join us on Tuesday, October 3 at 7pm ET to listen to and engage with our panel, who will discuss the latest wave of book bans and explore the importance of inclusive children’s and young adult literature. Our panelists include children's book author, Kelly Yang, as well as a student, educator and school librarian.
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Monthly Featured BookThe Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name
This picture book for ages 4-8 tells the story of Zimdalamashkermishkada, who, when starting at a new school, knows he’ll have to introduce himself to lots of new people. He decides to shrink it down to a shorter name, but it doesn’t feel right to him.
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Book Round-up7 Amazing Books That Convey the Importance and Value of Names
This blog and book round-up highlight the importance of names, which are an expression of our identity, and why it's essential that those caring for and teaching children get those names right.
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New Lesson PlanThe N-Word: Its History, Use and Impact
This high school lesson plan helps students understand the history and usage of slurs in general and the N-word, a racist slur, specifically. It will guide them in reflecting on their own thoughts, feelings and ideas about the N-word, and explore and address the impact and harm it can cause.
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National Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15-October 15
The 2023 theme is: “Prosperity, Power, and Progress.” Use our collection of resources to bring the themes of National Hispanic Heritage Month to your homes, schools and communities. The collection page includes background information, lesson plans, blogs, family discussion guides and children’s literature.
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Elementary Curriculum
Anti-Bias Building Blocks Has Been Updated
Use our elementary, middle and high school curriculum guides to teach anti-bias education in your classroom. The curricula are designed to help students explore identity, interpret differences, understand and challenge bias and champion justice.
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We hope you find these resources helpful.
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