Diversity
Find resources to help build an inclusive school community for students from different cultural, socioeconomic, and linguistic backgrounds and for children with unique instructional needs.
Highlighting the Benefits of Being Bilingual
By pointing out the benefits of bilingualism, teachers can give students learning English a boost in confidence.458
Why Black Teachers Walk Away
Teachers of color are leaving the profession at staggering rates. A new study highlights some of the reasons why.15.3k10 Books With Black Protagonists That Don’t Center Black Pain
There are more YA novels featuring Black protagonists than ever before, but not enough of them express the everyday joys, passions, and triumphs of Black experience. Here are 10 books that can restore balance to your library.39610 Remarkable Recent Picture Books
These diverse picture books for preschool through grade 3, including three nonfiction selections, are sure to appeal to young students.937How to Use English Learners’ Primary Language in the Classroom
It’s important for multilingual students to feel that their first language is valuable, seen as an asset, and a welcome part of their identity.762
Teaching Young Children About Bias, Diversity, and Social Justice
Use young children’s understanding of differences to teach social justice through age-appropriate literature, news stories, anti-bias lessons, familiar examples, and problem solving.16.9k
Preparing for Cultural Diversity: Resources for Teachers
How can teachers prepare for diverse classrooms? There isn't a definitive answer, but there is a wealth of resources online. Discover some helpful links for teachers.16.3kExtending Black History Lessons Beyond February
Black history lessons shouldn’t stop once February ends—Black Americans' contributions to society can be highlighted year round.167Do’s & Don’ts for Teaching English-Language Learners
In an excerpt from his book with fellow teacher Katie Hull Sypnieski, blogger Larry Ferlazzo looks at a few basic ways to reach students who are learning English as well as the subject at hand.13.2kSchools Struggle to Support LGBTQ Students
Recent research finds the majority of teachers want to help LGBTQ students but don’t always know how.10kWhy Teachers of Color Matter for Students of Color to Succeed
Research shows that having a teacher of color can help students of color reach better outcomes; but the benefits extend to all young people, preparing them to live and work in an increasingly diverse society.5.4kHelping Kids Celebrate Diversity Through Authentic Portraits
When educators are intentional about teaching kids to see and represent differences, the students—and their works of art—blossom.2.7kEliminating Anti-Black Hair Policies at School
Moving away from dress codes that ban natural Black hairstyles such as Afros and locs fosters a more inclusive community.253How Does Poverty Influence Learning?
Poverty-related factors that intervene in students' ability to learn include health and well-being, limited literacy and language development, access to material resources, and level of mobility.12.2kPreparing Staff for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives
Getting teacher buy-in is the most important step, and laying the groundwork for frank conversations will help administrators start.3k
