Teaching Students About International Politics

The world has become increasingly more connected, and with this inter-connectedness it is of even more importance that students gain a deeper understanding of global issues and the role of diplomacy. Share My Lesson has specially curated this collection of resources to help educators teach students about past and present U.S. foreign policies, how foreign policy is developed, the crisis in Ukraine, how international organizations are created and governed, the creation of international law, various international conflicts, and other forms of government in the world.

After the Polls Close: 2020 Election Results to Inauguration

In this collection, you will find resources for teaching about the inauguration, news lessons surrounding the 2020 election, ways to help students engage in civil discourse, ideas for student civic engagement, strategies for discussing controversial issues in the classroom and more resources about the foundations of democracy and government.

Grades 8, 9-12, 6, 7
Executive Branch/Presidency
Lesson Plans

Addressing Gun Violence: Lesson Plans & Resources

School Resources to Address Gun Violence.

The Share My Lesson team curated a collection of free lesson plans and resources to support teachers in discussing the topic of gun violence with their students. This collection explores facts, history, laws, players, potential solutions, and activism on the issue of gun violence in the United States.

Grades 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, K, 11, 1, 12, 2, 3, 4
Rights and Responsibilities
Lesson Plans

The Me Too Movement: Resources for PreK-12 Teachers and School Staff

#metoo Resources for Educators.

The #MeToo and #MeTooK12 movement is an opportunity for schools to reflect on how to address issues of consent, sex education, relationships and undoing a pervasive culture of silence. April is also Sexual Assault Awareness month. The Share My Lesson team curated a collection of free resources to help educators with critical conversations and lesson planning, as well as school procedures and policies and opportunities for reflection.

Grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, K, 11, 1, 12
Foundations of Democracy
Lesson Plans

Pride Month and LGBTQ History Month Lesson Plans & Resources

Support LBGTQ Students, k-12 Resources.

Whether celebrating Pride Month in June or recognizing accomplishments during October’s LGBTQ history month, this curated collection has resources to help make learning more inclusive. Students who identify as LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning, intersex, asexual and allies) face bullying at significantly higher rates than their peers and the consequences are heartbreaking. Dedicated educators have an extraordinary opportunity each day to create a safe and welcoming environment for children who come through their doors. Explore this collection of our best prek-12 free lessons, activities and resources to make a difference in supporting LGBTQ students in your school and community.

Grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, K, 11, 1, 12
Citizenship
Lesson Plans

Anti-Semitism and Addressing Hate

PWays to Address Hate & Anti-Semitism.

Senseless, violent acts of bigotry happen way too often in the United States. This Share My Lesson collection contains free K-12 lesson plans and resources on the rise of anti-semitism and addressing racism, with additional collections on helping children cope with traumatic events, gun violence, mental health and why remembering and teaching about the Holocaust is imperative.

Grades 7, 8, 9, 10, K, 11, 1, 12, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Foundations of Democracy
Lesson Plans

Teaching About Race and Racism

Racism is never justified.

The Share My Lesson team has curated a collection of free lesson plans and resources to support teachers in educating students about racism and stereotyping. This collection includes resources connected to the events in Charlottesville, VA, in 2017, as well as in-depth activities for students to explore racism, stereotyping, perceptions and bias, as well as racial profiling. These resources can assist in making classrooms safe places for civil discourse.

Grades 7, 8, 9, 10, K, 11, 1, 12, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Citizenship
Lesson Plans

The Supreme Court: Balancing the Branches

K-12 Lessons, The Supreme Court

The nine, lifetime-appointed justices on the Supreme Court play a huge role in our lives through interpreting the application of laws passed by the United States Congress and state legislatures. The Share My Lesson team has curated a collection of free lesson plans and activities to support teachers in educating their students about the structure and role of the Supreme Court.

Grades 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, K, 11, 1, 12, 2, 3, 4
Judicial Branch/Supreme Court
Lesson Plans

Teach Human Rights: Lesson Plans & Resources

The historical struggle for human rights is something that affects us, our children, and future generations as we fight for equity and inclusion in an increasingly torn society. It can also be difficult to speak with students about sensitive subjects, which is why this Share My Lesson collection provides expertly curated lesson plans, resources, and activities that define these rights, develop a global awareness, and teach how we can all make a difference when we act together.

Grades 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, K, 11, 1, 12
Rights and Responsibilities
Lesson Plans

American Slavery Lesson Plans: Teaching Hard History

Teaching American Slavery & Emancipation.

If you are lesson planning for the school year, or getting ready to celebrate Juneteenth — the June 19 holiday recognizing the abolition of slavery — this Share My Lesson collection has what you need to teach preK-12 students the history of American slavery. This preK-12 lesson and activity curated collection is in response to a Southern Poverty Law Center report, “Teaching Hard History: American Slavery,” that shows that schools are failing to teach American Slavery. This collection of resources features some of our partner and users’ best material to ensure schools and teachers have the support they need to teach about the history of American slavery.

Grades 7, 8, 9, 10, K, 11, 1, 12, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Citizenship
Lesson Plans