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Lights blink on in homes as night falls on a community. The scent of food begins to waft into the evening air. It smells extra delicious to the people in the homes, who haven't eaten all day. They're observing Ramadan, a sacred month in the religion of Islam. And the darkened sky is a signal that it's time to feast!

Ramadan is the ninth month on the Islamic calendar, which marks important holidays and events for Muslims (people who practice Islam). During Ramadan people fast, or refrain from eating and drinking, while it's light outside. Once the sun sets, families meet for big meals that may include stew, rice, dates, lentils, and more. People also have a morning meal before the sun rises.

For the hundreds of millions of Muslims around the world who observe Ramadan, the month is a time to focus on their faith and also perform generous acts. People raise money and donate supplies to help others in need. And many fast to remind themselves about those in the world who don't have enough to eat.

After the last day of Ramadan, a three-day festival is held. Families and friends gather together to celebrate. They sometimes decorate homes with lights and exchange gifts. As for food, people eat all sorts of things including candies and pastries-and during this time, fasting is not allowed.

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Ramadan is upon us.

As far back as I am able to recall memories, my father has remained consistent on one of the time-honored traditions to kick off the holiest month on the Islamic calendar - the moon sighting.

Every year, on the prospective eve of what marks the start of Ramadan (the 9th month of the Islamic calendar that Muslims observe through fasting, prayer, and service to humankind) our dad heads outside to a clearing with night sky visibility to see if he can spot the new, crescent moon. "You have to see it with the naked eye," he insists.

And every year, my sisters and I wait for his call, "Alhumdulilah (Praise be to God), the moon has been sighted. Ramadan Mubarak." It is one of the most endearing traditions in this modern era of calendars and science. Muslim real talk: This is also known as moon-sighting fighting because the whole world is jostling for who saw the moon first and when. It has become so culturally significant, there are memes and tweets abound. If you know, you know.

As a Muslim who has only experienced the sanctity of fasting a handful of times in my life, my clearest memories are of Eid-al-Fitr, the celebration that marks the end of Ramadan. Eid was the best day. We would go to bed on the eve, with my aunt or mom having designed Mehndi/Henna on our hands, gingerly tucked in plastic sandwich bags so we didn't smear it. Wake up, check for smears and wash off the dried bits of henna plant paste to reveal the most vibrant orange art from fingertips to wrists. We put on our brand new outfits and drove down to McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, where tens of thousands of people would gather to pray, together. I was as young and distractable as any kid who sits through long services with their parents (I mostly couldn't wait to get to my aunt's house to play " basement olympics" with my cousins all day) but I can still hear the collective sounds of unity from the call to prayer, to the synchronized hugs of "Eid Mubarak" after the service. And, I will always remember the huge meal our mom spent days preparing, the number of times she sent our dad to the grocery store during that preparation and receiving those "Eidy" gifts from relatives - tiny envelopes with the fresh smell of crisp dollar bills that we would run away with, collecting, counting and declaring our 8-year-old wealth!

Growing up, I couldn't really find my way in sharing the awesome day I just had, back at school. The absence of Ramadan from the Gregorian calendar - the one we use in secular schools around the world (named after Pope Gregory XIII) made in-school life for Muslim students "different" from other kids. There were no die-cut month templates celebrating or lending visibility to the holidays and observances my family celebrated across the calendar year. There were no writing prompts about the holiday the day after we got back. We had to miss a day of school if Eid fell on a weekday. Perfect Attendance records shattered! (I was not this student, but I know you're out there!) I shuddered at the thought of my parents calling into school to ask for an "excused absence".

Today, it is incredible to see educators and school communities marking Ramadan on calendars, recognizing and respecting the needs of Muslim students who observe fasting during Ramadan, and making space for it in their curriculum. There are more Ramadan-focused read-alouds and messages and greetings of Ramadan Mubarak! These acts of inclusion call for both celebration and forwarding progress, as we continue to design the robust blueprint of equity we need in our public spaces.

My work lives at the intersection of identity and getting proximate to the human story - to the identities of people who look and don't look like us, who sit on the margins of our classroom rugs, who are living their best life in ways we quite conceptualize - as one way to create change and forge a more humane future.

In wanting to pen a word about Ramadan, I know that my experience is limited in a culture that runs deep in its diversity. As someone who identifies as the daughter of Muslim immigrants, I am aware that I share this month with 1.8 billion other human beings across ethnic, racial, and geographical lines. Muslims are not a monolith, Islam is not a single story.

So, I called it in. Knowing the best way to understand Ramadan is to hear from the folx who observe and celebrate it. I reached out to three of my dear friends from different points of my journey as an educator. They have all given me the gift of confidence in who I am today and I am so grateful they agreed to share a slice of their dynamic lives as children, and now educators and parents, with us. They will introduce themselves and how they identify.

My name is Sawsan Jaber; I identify as a Palestinian American Muslim woman, a passionate educator and learner, and the daughter of Palestinian refugees. She/Her/Hers @SJeducate

My name is Muhammad Ramadan. I identify as a multi-ethnic man, the son of Muslim converts, and a positive, practical and purposeful human being. He/Him/His muhammad@practechcal.com@TheBossRamadan

Shameer Bismilla, Teacher and Literacy Coordinator: German European School Singapore, Adjunct Lecturer National Institute Early Childhood Development (NIEC)

My name is Muhammad Shameer Bin Bismilla. I am an Indian Muslim Singaporean. My mother is Pakistani and my dad is South Indian. He/Him/His @Sham2605Shameer

Muslims can be peppered with "Ramadan 101" questions. Being on the receiving end of that can be tiring for people who are the lone cultural representatives in the spaces they occupy. Over time, these questions, some with a tone of teaching the Muslim about Ramadan and some sprinkled with bias and opinion, however well-intentioned, become microaggressions. A great way to satisfy curiosities about cultures is to read about it (we've even included some resources at the end) And because we know that Google and YouTube are free, we encourage you to get your inquiry on! So, Sawsan, Muhammad, Shameer and I, put our experiences together to collate some FAQs about Ramadan. Here are a few of the gems:

So, what is Ramadan about?

Is it healthy? Will you gain weight?

Why is it so cruel?

So, you don't eat for 30 days?!

Fasting is fine, but why can't you drink water?

Can I eat in front of you?

Can you chew gum? Can you brush your teeth if you can't drink water? Can you take breath fresheners?

So, you can't have water?

#Notevenwater, friends.

Through an interview format, Sawsan (SJ), Muhammad (MR), and Shameer (SB) will discuss some (FAQs) and a couple I added (Q) around what Ramadan means to them and how they celebrate in their lives. Our hope is our readers get more proximate, walking away with an urge to cultivate an inclusive practice of knowledge over fear in life and in school (Zoom school or school building) by spending some time with their truths.

Join me in entering this conversation with gratitude and excitement as they all choose to share a piece of themselves.
FAQ: What do you do during Ramadan?
SB: Ramadan is a sacred month for all Muslims. I believe that it is the month where I religiously observe my fasting from dawn to dusk. During this blessed month, fasting has helped to serve several spiritual and social purposes. I would consciously attempt to reconcile my relationships with people whom I've wronged in the past. I would also make time to perform my daily prayers as well as Terawih prayers (Sunna). Fasting has helped me to strengthen my faith as a Muslim. It teaches me to practice patience and gratitude for the simple things in life that we have taken for granted. Furthermore, it makes me feel compassionate towards others who are poor and in need. I would take the opportunity to donate to charitable organisations such as Mosques and orphanages. Lastly, fasting is a chance for me to be healthy as it allows me to control my food intake and consume healthier foods like dates.
FAQ: You're not going to eat for 30 days? Are you starving yourself? SJ: This question is probably the one that I get asked the most. It is quite the opposite. Because we are eating one main meal instead of three, we eat really well. My mom always cooked the most special dishes that everyone loved in Ramadan. We had potlucks, so we had so much variety. The first couple of days Ramadan can be a bit more challenging because your body is getting used to a new eating schedule. For me, the caffeine withdrawls the first few days can be brutal. By the end of the first week, your body is so used to it, it becomes the new normal. Even after Ramadan, when we are able to eat, we often stick to a primarily Ramadan schedule because that is what our bodies have adjusted to. All except for the coffee. That is my first present to myself on Eid mornings! FAQ: Is Ramadan/Eid like Christmas? Do you get presents? SJ: Like Christmas, Eid traditions vary by family, by country of origin, and based on people's means. Eid is a time with family. After praying a special optional Eid prayer in the mosque with our best clothing, my family always begins Eid morning with a breakfast gathering in the house of my grandparents. All of my aunts, uncles, and cousins honored the eldest in the family by gathering there. There were over seventy of us in their house on Eid mornings. That is where the children were given the 'Eidiyat,' our Eid gifts. Many of my friends got gifts, but my family always gave us money so that we could purchase what we wanted. We looked forward to our Toys 'R Us shopping spree two times a year. We then embarked on an adventure of sorts as a family, theme parks, family bowling challenges, barbeques with water balloon fights, etc. It really didn't matter as long as we were all together. FAQ: Can I eat in front of you?
MR: In the past, when folks would respond with such shock and awe around the idea of fasting for 30 days, I would secretly relish the fact that it made them so uncomfortable. Their discomfort made me feel that much more devout and that much stronger as an individual. Of course, now, I explain that fasting occurs from dawn to dusk, and it mostly feels like skipping lunch. While it is a challenge, I point out that I would much rather be fasting in the convenience of twenty-first-century America versus the harsh demands of 6th century Saudi Arabia. I like to keep things in perspective.
FAQ: Why do some people fast and some don't?
MR: Nowadays, I don't do as much for Eid. I will usually call or text my family and give them the greeting of Eid Mubarak. I recognize that the Eid had a more prominent place in my life as a child, and now it tends to mark a point of both closure and transition, essentially back to "normal" life.
Q: Do you have a Ramadan/Eid memory or tradition you would like to share? From your own childhood or current adulting life?
SB: In certain countries like Dubai/Malaysia, it is forbidden and seen as disrespectful to eat in front of someone who is fasting. Being a Sinagporean, I do not face the same issue because there is no strict ruling (e.g. fines) being imposed others who eat in front of a fellow Muslim. I have gotten used to people eating in front of me and tend to be more sensitive towards other parties who are not fasting because I do not want to make them feel uncomfortable. More than often, I do not mind if they eat in front of me. Personally, I do not feel it to be rude or offensive if people eat in front of me because it is I who choose to observe the fast and therefore do not feel the need to impose any limitation on others.

SJ: Islam recognizes that those who are sick, pregnant, traveling, or elderly may not be able to fast without it having adverse impacts on their health and well- being; therefore, they are exempt. If they are able, it is recommended that they give charity to feed the hungry instead. It is recommended for children to begin fasting when they feel ready to fast and for it to become an expectation when they reach puberty. My children all began fasting at different times for different reasons. My son began fasting at the age of ten because he felt like he was ready to do so. My youngest daughter fasted when she was eleven. Kids often feel like they are a part of a secret society when they fast; it is exciting. My eldest daughter began fasting when she was ten but then did not fast from the age of 15-18 because she developed a condition that required her to intake large amounts of water throughout the day. In those years she was unable to fast because of her health, we gave money to feed the poor for every missed day of fasting. My kids mourn the end of Ramadan each year, and the wonderful connections and spiritual highs only Ramadan can bring.

MR: I have very fond memories of the Eid growing up. I remember that my parents made a concerted effort to make it special with gifts and celebrations. I recall running down the stairs to the living room as if it was Christmas morning to find so many fantastic presents from my parents, rather than Santa. There was everything a growing boy needed, including Looney Tunes VHS tapes (yes, VHS tapes!), remote control race cars, and of course, my very own Quran, complete with a leather cover with my name inscribed. My mom, mashallah, would also sew us "Eid Outfits" every year, probably from age 7-12. My most memorable outfit featured lightning bolt neon yellow Zubaz pants with the matching kufi cap to truly set it off. My sisters and I thought we were so styling as we rolled up to the Eid prayer at the local convention center or civic arena in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis/St. Paul). Looking back, I am amazed by my fashion choices, but more importantly, grateful to my parents for providing me with such a joyful and supportive childhood.
Q: What do you believe to be the greatest misconception about Ramadan and fasting?
SB: On the last day of Ramadan, my family and I will go to my mum's place to help cook a feast to celebrate the first day of Eid. We would also watch Hindi movies throughout the night. More than often, we are always clad in traditional Indian costumes on the first few days of Eid. On the first day of Eid, I would go to the mosque to perform Eid prayers. During my childhood days, where firecrackers were still permitted in Singapore, I would light them with my cousins on the last night of Ramadan. Every house visit on Eid is a moment to be cherished because we seek forgiveness and as children, we loved the idea of getting green packets (money).

SJ: Ramadan is about three things: strengthening your spiritual connection, appreciating the blessings we have and often don't see, and connecting with family. My parents began family traditions when we were kids that I had the honor of keeping with my own children. As Palestinian refugees, it was so important for them to preserve their Islamic and cultural identity while integrating the American culture as a new layer of that identity. That had huge undertones in every aspect of our family traditions; Ramadan was no exception. We spent the days reading Quran in family and friend circles, attending special classes, and volunteering for pantries and other charitable causes so that we could give back. Iftar, the time to "break-fast" and Arabic for breakfast, was often a potluck feast with all of my uncles and cousins. We ate, had special Ramadan sweets called Katayef, and then prayed a special prayer called Taraweeh in the mosque. After the mosque, we came home and had a snack before going to sleep. Not much has changed from the Ramadan of my childhood.

MR: Fortunately and unfortunately for me, I have and continue to be an unofficial spokesperson for Ramadan. I wonder if there are people with the last name, Lent or Kippur that share a similar experience of involuntary endorsement. Needless to say, I spent most of my life being asked and, in many cases, told about Ramadan. The most common misconception that stands out to me is also the most common response I get when people meet me, "Oh, your last name is Ramadan, just like the holiday?" In the past, I used to nod my head and say yes. At the time, I appreciated that the response was positive and that there appeared to be some attempt by the individuals to be "woke." However, as time progressed and I became an educator, I wanted to expand on this common, yet narrow definition. Now, when I see the opportunity, I respond by saying something along the lines of, "That's cool that you are familiar with Ramadan. It's an entire month, specifically the 9th month of the Islamic calendar. The holiday or celebration comes at the end, and it is called Eid Ul-Fitr." Most of the time, folks will humor me with a polite nod or a "Wow! That's interesting." But let's be real, I'm not doing it for them.

SJ: The Islamic tradition does not "force" anything on anyone. This applies to the hijab, marriage, and fasting; things often misconceived as forced. In my conversations with educator friends about Islam in general, their impression generally is that it is a rigid religion that "imposes harsh traditions like Ramadan." I had a friend once ask me, "You claim that your God is merciful, how can a God that asks children not to eat and women to cover be merciful?" Although that is a loaded question that can't be answered in a short response, my brief response is there is so much science today about the medical benefits of fasting. Ramadan is not a punishment. Ramadan is a spiritual cleansing. It is our Thanksgiving. We fast to appreciate our blessings and to recognize those who are less fortunate by giving. We give thanks, and then we give charity in different forms. Ramadan is twenty-nine or thirty days in a year where nothing is more important than your connection to God, and since our connection to God requires us to be selfless, then we sacrifice our comfort from sunrise to sunset. Just like every other requirement for any religion, levels of religiosity differ. Some people are more connected to their religion than others and follow religious texts like a life rule book, while others choose to follow it more loosely. At some points in our lives, events force us to gravitate and rely on our religion more, whereas at other points, we may stray away from it.

SA: (Sara, here!) I recently sat across the table from an educator who, when talking about how a former student used to glow about Ramadan time with his family, interjected her uninformed opinion ("Yeah, real fun, they just starve themselves!"). I (regretfully) said nothing at the time but later unpacked how this person also embraces any/all trending "lifestyles" like intermittent fasting. One, starvation is the involuntary absence of food for an extended period of time - it is not done with intention nor is it controlled. Fasting is voluntary - it is controlled, and if you are choosing to do it, you have access to food. Two, if you are familiar with the Intermittent Fasting (IF) trend made popular by privileged, social media influencers, then you know it as a community who fast for a set number of hours in the day/night, gather around purpose, ideas, accountability, support, meal ideas - hello, Ramadan! Let's decolonize our minds around that, folx.

Today, thanks to educators like Muhammad, Sawsan, and Shameer, I see Ramadan with new eyes. Ramadan is not about eating or not eating. The narrative about not eating food and not drinking water oversimplifies what it means to billions of people around the world. Ramadan humbles you. It requires you to check your privilege. It requires you to think about consumption, about the way we exist in the world and your footprint on this planet. Looking back, I see why my parents tirelessly put food and resources on the table for those in need due to systemic structures that limit their access, why they organize Interfaith gatherings during Iftar (the time to break fast) - Ramadan brings collective and higher purpose.

So, from Sawsan, Shameer, Muhammad and myself, we wish you health and blessings during a time when so many are in need and we are all being called to face that purpose. May we all be in close proximity to our students, colleagues, families and neighbors again soon. Inshallah.

And I'll let you know when our dad calls to inform us, "the moon has been sighted".

And remember, #notevenwater, friends.

Peace be with you. Ramadan Mubarak, everyone.

Resources we love and Google'd

Ramadan 2019: 9 questions about the Muslim holy month you were too embarrassed to ask (Vox)

A Non-Muslim Girl's Guide to the Workplace (Muslim Girl)

A Mighty Girl (Keyword search: Muslim books)

11 Awkward Moments that Happen during Ramadan (BuzzFeed)

Debunking Stereotypes About Muslims and Islam (Teaching Tolerance)

A Brief History of the Veil in Islam (Facing History)

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Culturally Responsive Teaching

The author, who worked as a teacher in the Middle East, shares ideas and activities for teaching about Ramadan that will engage upper elementary and middle school learners.

Gulcin Ragiboglu / iStock

Ramadan is a holiday I look forward to teaching about all year. As a first-year educator, I created a lesson that compared Ramadan with other well-known holidays. It wasn't until I experienced my first Ramadan as a teacher in the Middle East that I understood how truly unique this holiday is.

For planning the lesson, I found that googling "free Ramadan coloring pages" or "free Ramadan crafts" brings a lot of useful results. Pinterest and YouTube are full of ideas, and the site A Crafty Arab is hosting a 30-day craft and recipe challenge with ideas from around the world.

Like many of the ideas I share here, these come from Muslim teachers and Arab schools. I've also found that local mosques are happy to share ideas and answer any questions I might have.

Ramadan Greetings

I start my lesson by teaching students the Ramadan greetings Ramadan Mubarak, which means "Blessed Ramadan," and Ramadan Kareem, which means "Generous Ramadan."

These greetings are used by both Muslims and non-Muslims. As we move through the lesson, I ask my students why these greetings are more appropriate than simply "Happy Ramadan."

Origin of Ramadan

The observance of Ramadan is written in the Quran and has remained unchanged since the days of early Islam, providing a link between past, present, and future. While Ramadan commemorates the first revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad, it is so much more than that.

During Ramadan, Muslims seek to build their relationship with Allah, their families, and their communities. Ramadan is a time of deep personal introspection that Muslims may not want to discuss with everyone, so when teaching Ramadan, I focus on the observances my students are most likely to encounter.

The Islamic or Hijri calendar is lunar, so Ramadan cannot begin until the crescent moon is sighted over Mecca. Ramadan is a lunar month or 30 days. Since a lunar year has about 354 days instead of 365 days, the date for Ramadan changes every year. This year Ramadan begins the evening of March 22.

A fun math assignment is to let students calculate when Ramadan will start in different years and if there will ever be a year with two Ramadans.

Sawm (Fasting)

During Ramadan, Muslims go without food or water from sunrise to sunset. There are many reasons why Muslims fast, but the most important is the desire to draw closer to Allah. Muslims also use fasting to develop self-control and experience what it's like to be poor. Because theHijri calendar changes, Muslims experience fasting in all the seasons.

Children (until they reach puberty), and others for whom fasting is a health risk, don't have to fast. I usually ask my students to think of a situation where a Muslim might not fast and why. It helps them understand that fasting is a personal decision.

Muslims start their fast with suhoor, a family breakfast before dawn, and end it with iftar, a special dinner at sundown. This dinner is with family and friends and features many traditional foods to remind people of their cultural heritage. If the weather's nice, people eat on the balcony or throw open the windows. Restaurant buffets add to the festive feeling, and friends, family, and neighbors visit with each other late into the night. At times it can seem like the entire city and even the whole country is having dinner together.

I like to have my students plan an iftar. What foods would they choose to remember their heritage and tradition? Whom would they invite? How would a month of dinners and visiting together change how they felt about their friends, neighbors, and people they meet every day?

I have the students draw a table with place settings and food, label the food, and show who will sit where, and then journal their ideas or share them with their classmates. It helps them understand how suhoor and iftar bring people together. They can also write about their iftar in a short essay.

Zakat (Giving)

Giving money to the poor is a part of Islam all year. Muslims believe that zakat is especially blessed during Ramadan. They give money to their local mosque, or masjid,for the poor in their community and to charities, such as the Red Crescent, to help others around the world. Mosques also host special iftars for those who are unable to afford it. I ask my students how sawm,fasting, might influence the practice of zakat.

I have my students research online what percentage of the world doesn't have clean drinking water or adequate food. I also have them research hunger in their local community. This can be very eye-opening for students. Ramadan is a good time for a food drive for a local food bank. It helps students experience the spirit of zakat for themselves and makes them feel connected to so much of the world that is doing the same during this special month.

Tarawih (Prayers)

Muslims pray and meditate in salat five times a day throughout the year. They also make personal supplications, called dua. During Ramadan, many Muslims read the Quran and pray after iftar. This is called tarawih.

Since Ramadan commemorates the first of the revelations that would become the Quran, Muslims often read one of the 30 juz,or sections of the Quran, each night. Muslims also often pray special duas during Ramadan.

Eid al Fitr (Breaking the Fast)

Eid al-Fitr is the three-day holiday that marks the end of Ramadan and starts with prayer at sunrise. In many countries, schools and businesses close so that everyone can spend time with their families. Muslims and non-Muslims alike greet each other with " Eid Mubarak "and a new feeling of unity and friendship before returning to their everyday lives.

There are many ways to end this lesson, but my favorite is to make paper fanous Ramadan lanterns with my students. As we work, we discuss how Muslims use Ramadan as a way to bring light into the world.

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Join us Monday, March 22 as Mountain Lake PBS presents two engaging documentaries from director Katsitsionni Fox. Katsitsionni has been making films since 2003 in the Mohawk Territory of Akwesasne, where she resides, and is a practicing artist, curator, filmmaker and educator.

At 1pm, Katsitsionni's latest documentary, Without a Whisper, uncovers the untold story of how Native American women helped to inspire the struggle of the American women's suffrage movement in the United States. And at 1:30pm, Ohero:kon - Under the Husk, follows the journey of two Mohawk girls as they take part in their traditional passage rites to becoming Mohawk women.

These films air during our Learning at Home block during Women's History Month. Learn more "

Without a Whisper - Konnón:kwe
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Explore the untold story of how Indigenous women influenced the early suffragists in their fight for freedom and equality. Mohawk Clan Mother Louise Herne and Professor Sally Roesch Wagner shake the foundation of the established history of the women's rights movement in the US joining forces to shed light on the hidden history of the influence of Haudenosaunee Women on the women's rights movement.

Ohero:kon - Under the Husk
1:30 PM

Ohero:kon - Under the Husk follows the challenging journey of two Mohawk girls as they take part in their traditional passage rites to becoming Mohawk Women. Kaienkwinehtha and Kasennakohe are childhood friends from traditional families living in the Mohawk Community of Akwesasne that straddles the U.S. / Canada border. They both take part in a four-year adolescent passage rites ceremony called Ohero:kon "Under the Husk" that has been revived in their community. This ceremony challenges them spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically. It shapes the women they become.

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Amplifying Indigenous Voices: Haudenosaunee Women's Stories of Suffrage & Rites of Passage

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Join us Monday, March 22 as Mountain Lake PBS presents two engaging documentaries from director Katsitsionni Fox. Katsitsionni has been making films since 2003 in the Mohawk Territory of Akwesasne, where she resides, and is a practicing artist, curator, filmmaker and educator.

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Ask students to respond to this prompt: In which aspects of American life today are women treated unequally to men? Have students share their answers with a partner.

Have students look at the image on the left and ask them if they are familiar with the athlete. Then do the same with the image on the right. Discuss whether an athlete's popularity should affect his or her pay. Then show the video about the history of women in sports.

Have students read the article on their own, writing down any comments or questions.

Use these questions to guide a discussion.

What inequality led five U.S. women's soccer players to file a complaint with the federal government?
(The players charge that women make 40 percent of what the male players make, despite equal work and greater success.)

Is it fair to pay male athletes more than women because they bring in more revenue? How is that not even true in soccer?
(Answers will vary. As to soccer: U.S. Soccer projects that the 2017 revenue from the women's team will be about $9 million more than that from the men's team.)

5. ARGUMENT WRITING
Tell students that they will be writing an argument essay on the gender-based pay gap. Have students complete the skills sheet Argument Writing: Organizing Your Argument prior to drafting their essay.

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Click - Lesson Plan: Equal Pay for Equal Work

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Introduction The Gender Pay Gap refers to the difference in earnings between women and men for the same work or work of equal value. It is a complex and global issue, deeply connected to both...

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This twelfth grade annotated inquiry leads students through an investigation of a hotly debated issue in the United States: the gender wage gap. The compelling question "What should we do about the gender wage gap?" asks students to grapple not only with how to quantify and interpret the gap but also to consider ways of addressing the problem. Throughout the inquiry, students consider the degree to which economic inequality reflects social, political, or economic injustices or whether it simply reflects individual choices and the role the government should play in decreasing income inequality. Although this inquiry is rooted in a question about economics, no social issue is fully understood without examining a range of economic, historical, geographic, and political concepts in order to craft a full-bodied, evidence-based argument. This inquiry looks at the complexity of the gender wage gap issue through all four social studies disciplines. Students examine the structural factors that influence women's choices as well as historical (e.g., Equal Pay Act of 1963) and pending (e.g., Paycheck Fairness Act) legislative efforts. Ultimately, students must find a way to measure the gender wage gap, determine if it is an issue worth addressing, and, if so, how to best address it, including private and public sector solutions.

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This twelfth grade annotated inquiry leads students through an investigation of a hotly debated issue in the United States: the gender wage gap. The compelling question "What should we do about the gender wage gap?" asks students to grapple not only with how to quantify and interpret the gap but also to consider ways of addressing [...]

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International Women’s Day school resources

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International Women’s Day sees the launch of exciting female-focused books that are great for schools, universities, library displays and general reading

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In focus: International Women’s Day | UN Women – Headquarters

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This International Women’s Day, 8 March 2023, join UN Women and the United Nations in celebrating under the theme “DigitALL: Innovation and technology for gender equality”.

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Women's History Month | Smithsonian Institution

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The Smithsonian celebrates Women's History Month with special events and resources.

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Smithsonian American Women's History Museum

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In the United States, Women’s History Month provides a time for the individual and collective acknowledgement of women’s contributions, past and present. Thanks to the efforts of historians, activists, and women’s organizations across the country, each March since 1995 has been designated by presidential proclamation as a time to honor, acknowledge, and study women’s accomplishments throughout American history. In this spirit, we offer numerous ways to discover and learn about women in American history. Explore the resources below to see how you can join us in celebrating Women’s History Month 2025.

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March is Women’s History Month – commemorating and encouraging the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history.

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World Hearing Day: ASHA-EAA Digital Toolkit

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World Hearing Day, an observance designated by the World Health Organization, aims to raise awareness on how to prevent hearing loss and promote ear and hearing care across the world.

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Celebrating World Hearing Day: Listening to Nature and Building Connection - Love Outdoor Learning

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World Hearing Day, celebrated on March 3rd, is a great opportunity to help children connect with the world through the power of sound

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For kids who are deaf or hard of hearing, seeing characters like them represented on-screen can have a powerful impact on their self-esteem. And watching movies about characters who experience hearing loss can help build understanding, compassion, and inclusivity among hearing viewers. These movies and TV shows feature characters with some sort of hearing loss, whether they communicate by speaking or using American Sign Language (ASL). We also have more great picks on our lists of Movies with Characters Who Have Physical Disabilities and Books That Promote Diversity and Inclusion.

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Movies and TV Shows with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Characters

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Common Sense Media editors help you choose Movies and TV Shows with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Characters. These stories highlight characters who experience hearing loss or are deaf.

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Educate teachers about the signs and effects of hearing loss.

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Activities to Teach About Disabilities

What better day than today to publish this post! Today is the first day of Developmental Disabilities Awareness month.

I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal."
Martin Luther King, Jr., August 28, 1963

We're not quite there yet, are we? As far as teaching non-disabled children about their disabled peers?

According to the US Department of Education, 15-20% of our school children have IEPs. Why are we not teaching kids about disabilities on a regular basis? We owe it to our kids, both the non-disabled and disabled ones.

They have to learn how to interact, how to live and work together. This is their future.

Get the list: 25 Amazing Inclusion Books for Kids

Disability Awareness Month Activities

March and April are here. Disabilities Awareness Month and Autism Awareness Month. Both are great months and great conversation starters to start to share with the rest of the world how great our kids are.

Teaching kids about disabilities isn't that hard. It is important that we engage the actual disabled people in explaining disabilities to students. They should be the ones to determine the message conveyed.

Disability Awareness in Schools

I am proud to say that I approached my non-disabled child's preschool and asked her to include this in the upcoming months. Teaching preschoolers about disabilities is an opportunity not to be missed. Create understanding now when kids are young to avoid bullying and fear later. We met, we chatted online, and they are doing it!

His school does a bunch of MLK Day activities, and about people who are different from you. And, in February they do a whole thing on love and friendships and it will be discussed then. She (the preschool director) then shared with me a book she found in their library that they are going to use, and the whole thing inspired this post. {note, this post is frequently updated, he's not in preschool anymore!}

So here you go, not only do you approach your school or church or scout troop and say "I'd like to encourage you to teach kids about kids with disabilities, and I will help if you'd like" but now you have some resources to send to them as well.

Note, this is about teaching inclusion and teaching acceptance, and tolerance. This is not a teaching strategy for an inclusive classroom. This is to answer questions that kids may have about other kids who are different.

Understanding is the first step and it's OK for kids to be curious.
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So here you go, I combed the web and found many printables and downloads, and websites for you to use. I did not create any of these, merely sharing them.

Teaching Kids about Disabilities

When readers find this post, I am often asked about disability awareness activities for adults. Definitely needed! I hear you. But I was unable to find any disability awareness activities for adults, so you may want to adapt these to an older audience. I know it is very needed in the workplace.

1. Disability Awareness Packet (note: This packet is good, but it contains some outdated language and concepts. It contains the phrase "mental retardation" because that is the language used then. Adapt to modern philosophy as appropriate)

2. Learning About Disabilities- from Teaching Tolerance; different disability lesson plans for different age groups.

3. Disability Awareness Tips from the Huffington Post

4. Hasbro recently came out with some pretty cool stuff to teach empathy to kids

Teaching youth to share and accept each other's differences is part of building an inclusive culture that shields students with disabilities from bullying.
https://onlinegrad.baylor.edu/resources/teaching-children-disabilities-inclusion/

Disability Awareness Lesson Plans

Disability awareness in schools is starting to become more common, but there are limited resources out there. I am working with a few other moms and teachers to develop a disability awareness curriculum . When it is complete, I will definitely share.

Until then, here are some special needs lesson plans and activities that you can use and adapt for your classroom or setting.

This video is a bit dry, but it's all I could find. He has some good thoughts and ideas.

Even if your own child's teacher or troop leader won't do this, don't get discouraged. If you have non-disabled siblings in the home or nieces/nephews, the opportunity will present itself and you can use these tips then.

How to Teach Kids about Disabilities

As appropriate, let children be curious. Children are always learning, even if you are not consciously teaching them. So let's make sure they get the right information.

Focus on your (disabled) child's strengths. And what they like; find common ground with the other kids. Create understanding.

Allow them a safe place to ask questions. So they don't create fear-based hate later on. Allow open conversations in your own, invite them.

Disabilities Awareness Month Activities

Disability Awareness Activities are great to do in schools. However, real change begins at home.

Just yesterday, my family was at Longwood Gardens and I noticed several toddlers and preschoolers starting at Kevin. Teaching preschoolers about disabilities is important too!

Explaining disabilities to students at home can go a long way to improving a school's climate.

1. Move past awareness and into acceptance. I'm updating this post for 2015 and this one is going to the top! Let's move past awareness...is there anyone who is not aware that autism exists, or that there are children and adults living with either disease or disability? We don't just want you aware....we want to be accepted and included. And inclusion means contributing! Not just passively watching, participating.

2. Make an effort to change your vocabulary. It's not a matter of being overly PC. It's about being sensitive and respecting children. I'm not just talking about the R-word, though that is the next thing on the list. There are other phrases that also get said that are really cringe-worthy if you are a parent. Think about phrases like "they said she might only ever be a vegetable" or "they say she has the capacity of a 2-year-old" (and the child is 15). Now imagine what it would feel like if you were that person or parent! You know what, ask. Most special needs parents would rather open up the communication instead of having you guessing about what to say.

3. Take the pledge. Spread the Word to End the Word has an online pledge and other information to read and share. This is not an item up for discussion anymore. Plain and simple, it's not OK to say it. Don't try to justify it, just take it out of your vocabulary.

4. Offer to run an awareness program at a Sunday school class, scout troop, or other related groups. I did this with my son's preschool director. She actually helped me with some of the resources and they are going to do it as a unit at the preschool. How cool is that? Literally, hundreds of preschoolers in our community will be made aware of others' differences, which is just so awesome. You can make this happen in your community too.

5. Amazon.com Widgets Reach out to a special needs mom. This can be a very isolating life sometimes. I get tired of only talking about IEPs and medical appointments and would love to just talk about normal stuff or shop for an afternoon.

6. Make an effort to reach out to a neighborhood family or one you see at church and try to include them. Our kids don't often get invited to birthday parties and play dates. Our kids often lack the skills to make friends but would very much enjoy being around typical children even if the play doesn't look like normal play.

7. Add bullying and differences to your dinner table conversation. Bullying seems to be on everyone's radar these days so bring it to your dinner table conversation. Are your kids seeing other kids (who are different) being made fun of? Encourage them to reach out and be a friend, be a hero. Sometimes all it takes to end a pattern of bullying is for one strong person to stand up and say something. Encourage your child to be that person.

8. Support a charity and not necessarily just money! There are many ways you can support a cause. Of course, monetary donations are always welcome but it's not just money. You can sometimes collect bottle caps, Box Tops for Education, run a 5k or 10k that supports a charity, use a search engine (like GoodSearch) that supports a charity...even Amazon now has Amazon Smile which supports charities when you shop on Amazon.

9. Remember that everyone is better for this. There are many studies that show that children who are aware of the differences of others, who do participate in inclusive classrooms and extra-curricular activities, and who are the friend instead of the bully....they are better at life. Everyone, not just the child with disabilities but the typical child too, does better academically, and psychologically and scores better on overall happiness tests as compared to those who do not make the effort. Inclusion works, it really does!

10. Be You! Not everything you do is related to disabilities. Bust through those stereotypes and get out there, and show your community that your family is just like theirs most of the time. Being a positive role model and advocate is one of the most useful things you can do.

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25 Disability Awareness Activities for Kids of all Ages

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How to teach non-disabled children about their peers with disabilities: Awesome assortment Disability Awareness Activities and Lesson Plans for Kids.

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Like books, movies have the power to entertain, enlighten and inspire.

Media has long been the medium through which we learn about the world, people and circumstances outside of ourselves. Greg Thompson, writer and AODA advocate, says: "The more depiction we see on the big screen, the more accepted the concept of disability becomes." It's difficult to accept and understand something you've never seen or heard before. Additionally, people with disabilities want to see themselves represented in media, art and society as a whole-- just as everyone does.

There is also a lot of debate within the disability community and Hollywood about how to accurately depict disability in movies, particularly over who should play the roles of characters with disabilities. Should these roles be taken by non-disabled actors, such as Eddie Redmayne in "The Theory of Everything," or by people with disabilities, such as Zack Gottsagen in "The Peanut Butter Falcon?" Or does it depend on the circumstances of the film and the character in question? And what kind of disability stories should be told? Dominick Evans, filmmaker and person with a disability, told Forbes:

"Accurately depicting disabled people is the only way that we will see improvements to the treatment of disabled people. Our lives are not all positivity and sunshine. We need to see the good and the bad because people have this unrealistic view of what being disabled is like."

It was difficult to choose just ten movies that suits everyone's interests, but we felt the movies on this list are a good jumping-off point. While not without their shortcomings, these movies were selected in an effort to reflect a variety of disabilities, experiences and current attitudes. Other notable films that didn't quite meet these criteria include Soul Surfer, 50 First Dates, Forrest Gump and Rain Man.

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10 Movies and Films about Disabilities, Accessibility and Inclusion - Easter Seals Canada

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Like books, movies have the power to entertain, enlighten and inspire. Media has long been the medium through which we learn about the world, people and circumstances outside of ourselves. Greg Thompson, writer and AODA advocate, says: "The more depiction we see on the big screen, the more accepted the concept of disability becomes."

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Welcome to March! Did you know that March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month? It's a wonderful opportunity to focus on the great things our schools, communities, and families can accomplish when kids of all abilities play together, work together, and participate in all facets of daily life.

More importantly, it's an apt time to amplify awareness of inclusion for people with disabilities, share their stories as well as ensure that our organizations are not leaving disability out of the larger conversation on diversity and inclusion.

In honor of National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we're excited to let you know how Kids Included Together (KIT) can help you celebrate with disability inclusion resources, our latest free courses, online training from KIT Academy, and more.

Dive in below, and then start planning truly meaningful and impactful disability-inclusive activities this month!

When was National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month designated?

Over thirty years later, DDAM continues to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life. For example, in this year's run-up to DDAM, President Joe Biden has looked at an economy shaken by the COVID-19 pandemic and has called upon business leaders to ensure that our post-COVID economic recovery is an inclusive one - a recovery where young people with developmental disabilities can find fulfilling careers, apprenticeships, and futures in every industry.

What are developmental disabilities?

Developmental disabilities are a group of conditions that appear early in life and include autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, cerebral palsy, hearing loss, intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, visual impairments, certain physical impairments, and other developmental delays.

These conditions are often identified in individuals before the age of 22 and come about any time from a child's prenatal development (conception through birth) through adolescence. Developmental disabilities may impact day-to-day functioning and can last throughout an individual's lifetime.

According to the National Disability Navigator, the most common developmental disability in the United States is intellectual disability (ID). There are about 7 million people in the United States with ID. Globally, between 1-3% of the world population has ID - which amounts to over 200 million people.

Intellectual disability, however, is a term that covers a wide range of diagnoses including Fragile X syndrome, Down syndrome, Prader-Willi Syndrome, etc. People with intellectual disabilities need a wide range of support and services.

Some people may need more support in many areas of their life, while others may need ongoing support and services in only a few areas or have a temporary need for support.

Depending on their specific needs, services and support exist to help people with ID be as independent as possible and participate fully in their communities.

Socially Responsible Language

Thankfully, in the United States, we have made significant strides to change the narrative that individuals with ID have less potential than individuals without it.

Changing our words and the way we speak about disability may seem like a small step, but the positive impact reverberates not just within the disability community but across all communities and throughout the country, as well.

According to Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.), a champion of Rosa's Law, "For far too long we have used hurtful words like 'mental retardation' or 'mentally retarded' in our federal statutes to refer to those living with intellectual disabilities. Rosa's Law will make a greatly-needed change that should have been made well before today-and it will encourage us to treat people the way they would like to be treated."

The movement was about rights - civil rights, access, and inclusion. The idea was that referring to a person with a disability by their disability was dehumanizing and objectifying; that it reduced a person to their disability rather than seeing them as full human beings.

The change has been years in the making, and it continues today. That is because in addition to advocating for person-first language, some people with disabilities advocate for identity-first language. Identity-first language is a way of recognizing that disability is an integral part of someone's identity and that there is no shame in being disabled. If you want to learn more, check out these 2 videos for more information from Annie Elainey and Cara Liebowitz.

Whether you're an advocate, ally, colleague, or friend, what is most important is to honor the preference of the person and how they choose to self-identify. Still, even when we've taken significant steps in the right direction, there is more work we need to do to create an inclusive world.

This is why it's important for people to understand the many barriers and obstacles that we need to overcome regarding inclusion. At the same time, we need to celebrate the accomplishments of disability activism led by people with developmental disabilities at the grassroots level and the important work that they continue to do today.

If you'd like to read more about it, here are some suggested online resources:

The KIT , where we post regularly on the topic of disability. Check out one of our recents blogs: Demystifying Disability Read Along.

The New York Times 16 pivotal moments in the nation's fight for disability rights.

Disability Horizons, you can read about 8 people with disabilities who are changing the world for disabled people.

Everyone can be inclusive. KIT can help.

You've heard that it takes a village to raise a child. But at KIT, we expand upon that thought to help create spaces where everyone is welcomed, valued, and supported.

Here are some of the most effective ways to support children with developmental disabilities:

Ensure children and families have access to as many support resources as possible, including government programs (especially for low-income families), evaluation and early intervention assistance, accommodations coordination, assistive technology services, training and webinars for behavior support and inclusion, support groups, and more.

Use a strength-based approach to make accommodations. It's as simple as getting to know a child and learning about the things they enjoy, are good at, and in which areas they need additional support. Here's our very own on the Strength-Based Approach to Needs. For additional resources and to browse online courses, visit the KIT Academy Store at learnonline.kit.org/store .

Ensure your classroom or program is welcoming to all. Is your space accessible? Are the expectations clear to all children? Is there a place for someone to take a break? Do you include disability in the diversity conversation? Is your organization truly creating and maintaining an inclusive environment? You can download our the KIT Inclusion Checklist for Programs here to assess how your organization is doing.

Consider working with nonprofit organizations like . Nonprofits in this space possess a deep advocacy for inclusion and provide disability-inclusive services, resources, training, and other related services.

KIT resources for community inclusion

Since 1997, KIT has helped child and youth development organizations and schools create and sustain inclusive practices. We've trained more than 130,000 people in more than 600 organizations in all 50 states and 13 countries in disability inclusion and behavior support. All of our training is organized around one goal: to help organizations foster an inclusive environment where all kids thrive.

When you partner with KIT, you gain access to disability inclusion resources that help move the needle for your programs. Whether you're a parent, teacher, childhood educator, youth developmental specialist, or any individual/organization that works with kids, we have services that fit every need.

For National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and until the end of 2022, here's how KIT can help you:

Disability inclusion eSeries - "I Can Be Inclusive!" is a five-course KIT Academy eSeries. The courses you'll access are:

1. Inclusion 101

2. Supportive Environments

3. Communicating Through Behavior

4. Tips and Tools to Support Disability Inclusion

5. Family Collaboration

FREE online inclusion resources
KIT strives to help the world learn to accept differences and see the ability in every child. By creating inclusive environments where no child is excluded, everyone benefits. That's why we invite you to access our free resources that will help you spread the message of inclusion far and wide:

KIT Academy : Find online disability inclusion classes and behavior support training and enroll in our latest webinars and courses.

KIT.org Free resources : Access the latest articles, booklets, videos, and whitepapers, all focused on the topic of inclusion.

Free download - The Inclusion Checklist for Programs : Download a comprehensive tool to assess your class or program so you can start, improve, or excel at serving kids with and without disabilities, behavior challenges, or other complex needs. Looking for other downloadable resources? Head over to the section of our KIT Academy.

: Learn what's new at KIT, see what our community is up to, and read the latest updates on inclusion.

Utilize more of our services to further your training.
Do you want to enroll your organization in one of our training and support packages? Or maybe you'd like to book one of KIT's world-class inclusion leaders to speak at an event? Are you looking for a convenient way to access coaching and consulting calls where you'll be heard and provided easy-to-use strategies?

We offer all of that and more. Find out which of these services will make DDAM more meaningful this year:
Here is what a few past participants have to say about our webinars and online courses:
"I am learning a lot from all these modules and I am beginning to use them in my everyday practice." - Michelle Kokoo

"Thank you for giving me new ideas on how to assist a child in distress and also ways to help myself when things get tough." - Emily Tarpley

"Great module! I enjoyed learning how to provide an inclusive environment and not fall into the myths in regards to inclusion." - Mari Lucero

Our goal: inclusion for all!

KIT services and programs ultimately teach everyone how to meaningfully include children with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life. As leaders in inclusion, our goal is for every child to take part in the world's adventures, no matter the challenges they face.

In light of DDAM, we're proud to open up our vast toolkit of disability resources and training for parents and caregivers, community organizations, businesses, and anyone else who wants to make sure the kids they work with can be included in any activity they choose to participate in.
Let's talk about inclusion! We look forward to discussing options that best suit the needs of your organization and the families you serve. Contact KIT today!

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Celebrate National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with KIT - Kids Included Together

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Celebrate National Nutrition Month - Action for Healthy Kids

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12 MOVIES LESSON PLANS FOR WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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50 Films to Watch During Women's History Month

March is Women's History Month - though it goes without saying that it is impossible to contain all of the contributions that women have made throughout human history to only 31 days. Still, it's as good a reason as any to add some movies by, for and about women to your watchlist.

Below, A.frame presents 50 films fit for Women's History Month, culled from recommendations from female directors, writers, actors and more, as well as movies that made Oscars history, and some of our personal favorites. The list includes everything from historical biopics and documentaries to dramas, comedies, thrillers and rom-coms.

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Women’s History Month: Teach With Film | Journeys in Film

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Resources to generate conversation about disability awareness.

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**Award Winning** Short Animation on Disability - A CHANCE

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Great Documentaries to Celebrate Women’s History Month

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7 Great Movies for Women’s History Month

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Teaching for Change carefully selects the best multicultural and social justice books for children, young adults, and educators.

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In the early 1970s, teenagers with disabilities faced a future shaped by isolation, discrimination and institutionalization. Camp Jened, a ramshackle camp "for the handicapped" (a term no longer used) in the Catskills, exploded those confines. Jened was their freewheeling Utopia, a place with summertime sports, smoking and make-out sessions awaiting everyone, and campers experienced liberation and full inclusion as human beings. Their bonds endured as many migrated West to Berkeley, California - a hotbed of activism where friends from Camp Jened realized that disruption, civil disobedience, and political participation could change the future for millions.

Crip Camp is the story of one group of people and captures one moment in time. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of other equally important stories from the Disability Rights Movement that have not yet received adequate attention. We are committed to using the film's platform to amplify additional narratives in the disability rights and disability justice communities - with a particular emphasis on stories surrounding people of color and other intersectionally marginalized communities. We stand by the creed of nothing about us, without us. For too long, too many were excluded, and it is time to broaden the number of voices and share the mic.
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The 2020 award winning, Oscar-nominated documentary film featuring Judy Heumann, directed by James LeBrecht and Nicole Newnham, and produced by the Obama Higher Ground Production. Watch on Netflix (Subscription) Watch on YouTube (Free) In the early 1970s, teenagers with disabilities...