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The Origins of Mother's Day

May 09, 2021
Some say that the actual origins of Mother's Day are sad, but I disagree.
 
Anna Jarvis was a woman who really just wanted to honor her mom....
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Inclusive Books for "Mother's Day"

May 07, 2021
The world is filled with untraditional families.
 
Even if you believe that all of your students are currently experiencing a "traditional"...
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How to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in a Respectful Manner

May 04, 2021
Tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo.
 
Are you ready to celebrate respectfully?
Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration that takes place every May...
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Inclusive School Celebration Replacements for "Mother's Day"

Apr 29, 2021
Mother's Day is a very uncomfortable time for some people and school activities often magnify that discomfort.
 
Teachers, let's be...
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Why do so many Black Americans Have a Fear of Dogs?

Apr 22, 2021
Trauma affects us in ways we don't even realize.
 
So many adults in my family are afraid of dogs. Like- deathly afraid. Only a few of my...
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The Racist Roots of the American Police System

Apr 20, 2021
 
There is a long history of terror that Black Americans have experienced from police. Police Officers were never meant to serve or protect Black...
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A Message to Kids about Toy Guns

Apr 18, 2021
 
I would be honored if you let a child you are connected to watch this video ... then read below to continue the conversation as a family.
 
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Should Children Play with Toy Guns?

Apr 15, 2021
 
It's time to stop letting our kids own or play with toy guns
 
When children play, they are creating an alternate reality for themselves....
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Inclusive Language Teachers Should Use

Apr 12, 2021
The world is filled with untraditional families.
When I was a child, I often lived with different family members who were not my parents. When...
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Inclusive Language to use instead of "You Guys"

Apr 12, 2021
Words are powerful. We all hold on to them much longer than we think and a part of becoming more conscious, evolved, aware, inclusive, or whatever...
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