Centering Humanity When Teaching Challenging History and Current Events (1 unit, 3 lessons)

Organization: Facing History & Ourselves
Common Core Domain: English Language Arts/Literacy, History-Social Science: Principles of American Democracy, Speaking and Listening
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Grade Level: Grades 6-12

This unit is comprised of three lessons that start with and build on the concept of Universe of Obligation. It includes a second lesson on Human Rights and a third mini lesson that uses poetry to discuss hope and collective action in challenging times.