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This #BlackHistoryMonth, join us for a special Book Club conversation with @kamalaharris.com about her memoir 107 Days and the leadership and collective action needed to strengthen our democracy.
Sign up to take part with @rweingarten.bsky.social on Feb. 23: www.aft.org/bookclub
Digital literacy is more than knowing how to use technology. It’s about helping students think critically, evaluate sources and make responsible decisions online.
This @sharemylesson.bsky.social resource breaks down how educators can build these skills in everyday learning ⤵️
Join us on Monday! I'm giddy with excitement about this one... and I'll be producing this behind the scenes. ❤️
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Digital literacy isn’t just tech skills. It’s about how students search, evaluate & make decisions in digital spaces. This guide clarifies what digital literacy means, how it shows up in classrooms and why it matters across subjects https://sharemylesson.com/blog/what-is-digital-literacy @aft.org
20.02.2026 18:51 — 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
What does leadership look like in a defining moment for democracy?
AFT Book Club | Feb. 23
Join @rweingarten.bsky.social and @kamalaharris.com for a conversation about 107 Days and public service. Register now: https://sharemylesson.com/webinars/aft-book-club-kamala-harris-randi-weingarten
March 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM EDT 📅 Join Henry Louis Gates, Jr. for a live webinar on Black and Jewish America: An Interwoven History. Learn more and register here: https://sharemylesson.com/webinars/black-jewish-america-history-henry-louis-gates-jr @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
Need flexible lessons for virtual or hybrid days?
This PreK–12 collection offers ready-to-use resources to help you maintain continuity and care when learning moves online.
Explore here: https://sharemylesson.com/collections/online-remote-learning-prek-12 @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
NYC educators completed the state's new required training on mandatory reporting, Amanda Centor shares a vision for what it will take to more fully embody the state's mantra of “We don’t have to report a family to support a family." https://sharemylesson.com/blog/building-safety-through-connection
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In times of uncertainty, preparation and trusted information matter. @sharemylesson.bsky.social is launching a new Community Awareness, Readiness and Education—CARE—community to provide support and resources for members during immigration enforcement actions. Find out more ⤵️
sharemylesson.com/care
CARE: Community Awareness, Readiness, and Education. Join this dedicated @sharemylesson.bsky.social community offering tools, examples, and resources to help educators and school communities plan with care during uncertain times.
https://sharemylesson.com/community/400270/about @aft.org
If Black history is American history, are we teaching it that way? Raphael Bonhomme urges educators to move beyond February-only lessons and embed Black history across the curriculum. Read more: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/black-history-is-american-history @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
19.02.2026 16:14 — 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0The Winter Olympic Games are here!!! 🏅 These Olympic Games activities help students explore history, teamwork, inclusion, and movement across subjects like ELA, social studies, & PE. Explore the collection https://sharemylesson.com/collections/olympic-games-activities @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
19.02.2026 12:06 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
AFT member Raphael Bonhomme shares personal reflections and practical classroom examples as he challenges educators to move beyond seasonal lessons and embed Black history into the full American narrative. Check out the latest #BlackHistoryMonth blog here ⤵️
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Lunar New Year is a perfect way to teach culture, calendars, and community. This blog shares classroom-ready lessons and activities for K-12 educators across subjects https://sharemylesson.com/blog/teaching-about-lunar-new-year @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
01.02.2026 14:32 — 👍 7 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 1
Teaching Early American literature for #America250?
Explore diverse voices like Harriet Tubman, Benjamin Franklin and Ona Judge through a student-led approach that centers choice and discovery https://sharemylesson.com/blog/early-american-literature-america250 @msamberchandler.bsky.social
Be prepared. Stay informed. This @aft.org guide helps educators and families understand what to do if ICE comes to the door:
https://sharemylesson.com/teaching-resource/know-your-rights-guide-academic-freedom-and-campus-free-speech-scholars-and
@educationmn.bsky.social @ctulocal1.bsky.social
What does leadership look like in a defining moment for democracy?
AFT Book Club | Feb. 23
Join @rweingarten.bsky.social and @kamalaharris.com for a conversation about 107 Days and public service. Register now: https://sharemylesson.com/webinars/aft-book-club-kamala-harris-randi-weingarten
How can we help students think critically, engage respectfully, and strengthen democracy? This American Educator blog highlights practical strategies for classrooms.
Read more: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/empowering-educators-and-students-defend-democracy @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
If Black history is American history, are we teaching it that way?
Raphael Bonhomme urges educators to move beyond February-only lessons and embed Black history across the curriculum. Read more: https://sharemylesson.com/blog/black-history-is-american-history @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
@sharemylesson.bsky.social has launched a new Community Awareness, Readiness, and Education (CARE) community as a space to find tools, examples, and reference materials to help members and communities confront the challenges of immigration enforcement. Learn more here ⤵️
sharemylesson.com/care
@sharemylesson.bsky.social has resources and activities for educators to explore the history of Presidents Day, the role the presidency plays in our democracy and the importance of civic responsibility.
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How can AI help educators better understand student learning? Join us 2/24 @ 5 PM ET for a practical webinar for K–12 educators. Register: https://sharemylesson.com/webinars/ai-educator-brain-data-driven-instruction-student-insights @saribeth.bsky.social @kellycbooz.bsky.social @aft.org
17.02.2026 15:17 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0As the U.S. turns 250, teaching American history feels both hopeful and urgent. How do we celebrate while staying honest? A timely reflection for K–12 educators:
https://sharemylesson.com/blog/teaching-american-history-250 @sari.bsky.social @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
What’s the story behind Presidents’ Day?
Help students explore the presidency, leadership in a democracy, and how the office has evolved over time.
Find PreK–12 lessons, primary sources, and activities here:
https://sharemylesson.com/collections/presidents-day @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
What does leadership look like in a defining moment for democracy?
AFT Book Club | Feb. 23
Join @rweingarten.bsky.social and @kamalaharris.com for a conversation about 107 Days and public service. Register now: https://sharemylesson.com/webinars/aft-book-club-kamala-harris-randi-weingarten
Feeling stretched thin? You’re not alone. This blog offers practical educator wellness strategies to reduce stress and prevent burnout, created for real K–12 classrooms.
Read more https://sharemylesson.com/blog/educator-wellness-strategies-reduce-stress-prevent-burnout @aftteach.bsky.social @aft.org
Can a Super Bowl halftime show help students understand US imperialism?
This lesson connects Puerto Rico’s history, to the symbolism in Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX performance
https://sharemylesson.com/teaching-resource/puerto-rico-imperialism-and-bad-bunny-410767
When federal authority outpaces clinical judgment, what does it mean for youth healthcare access? Educators, get context on efforts to defund gender-affirming care & why it matters for schools & students 👉 https://sharemylesson.com/blog/federal-power-overrides-medical-judgment-gender-affirming-care
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Why does federally funded research matter for K–12 schools during political volatility? This blog breaks down what educators need to know, and why stable research support impacts teaching and learning nationwide https://sharemylesson.com/blog/need-federally-funded-research-amid-political-volatility
14.02.2026 21:06 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0Valentine’s Day in the classroom 💕
Try PreK–12 lessons that blend academics, kindness, and SEL. From math to history to art, these activities keep learning meaningful and fun 😊
https://sharemylesson.com/collections/valentines-day-activities-for-kids @aft.org @aftteach.bsky.social
