Five Resources: Critical Conversations, Historical Context around Racism

Putting the demonstrations around the world, George Floyd’s death, and the every present issue of racism into context for students is complex. Here 5 resources to consider that support educators, parents and students with talking points, links, lesson ideas / plans for this critical conversation and the historical context to the ongoing issue of racism in many communities.

1: https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/common-sense-media-resources-about-race-and-racism

2: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/03/learning/lesson-plans/teaching-ideas-and-resources-to-help-students-make-sense-of-the-george-floyd-protests.html

3: https://npr.org/2020/06/04/868600478/q-a-how-to-talk-to-kids-about-george-floyd?t=1591520873569

4: https://nmaahc.si.edu/learn/talking-about-race

5: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/daily-videos/the-death-of-george-floyd-sets-off-massive-protests/2