https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc A linked text set designed for teachers that explores the social issues behind income inequality. What is income inequality? How does it affect me/my students? en-us 2016-11-02 13:14:52 UTC 2017-01-20 20:52:08 UTC hello@padlet.com southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134754968 While this well-known book is about the adventure and sacrifice of its characters, the differences between the districts and the Capital can be analyzed through an Income Inequality lens.]]> 2016-11-02 13:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134754968 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134757285 Though a little dull, this series of infographics explains the problem in America and is very easy to understand. It uses a mixture of graphs and vocal explanations to detail the problems of income inequality. ]]> 2016-11-02 13:22:28 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134757285 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134760510 Newsela is a resource sight that provides current news articles for teachers to use in their classroom. It provides quality articles that can be adjusted to fit a student's reading level. This allows all students to participate in the discussion, while being able to read at their own level.]]> 2016-11-02 13:28:37 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134760510 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134762324 TED Talks are an excellent free source of challenging, yet entertaining lectures from professionals in the field. In this video, Richard Wilkinson explains the dangers of income inequality to a society.]]> 2016-11-02 13:32:14 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134762324 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134763944 This classic story contrasts the American ideal of working hard creates a better station. Though it takes some ideas from socialist works, it highlights the dangers of the system that creates income inequality. Though written years ago, it can be used as a mirror for more modern problems.]]> 2016-11-02 13:35:36 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134763944 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134767842 This is a website for a project being studied by the Institute for Policy Study. It explores the issue of income inequality through research.]]> 2016-11-02 13:43:33 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134767842 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134769474 Comedian and host John Oliver explores income inequality in his show "Last Week Tonight." This video approaches the issue with a sense of humor, while still discussing the serious problems. (Not recommended for a younger audience.)]]> 2016-11-02 13:47:21 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134769474 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134771457 This is an article from the New York Times that addresses the ideas behind income inequality and places them within the frame of the modern political realm.]]> 2016-11-02 13:52:08 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134771457 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134773630 The classic tale of Ponyboy highlights the difference between the rich "Socs" and the poor "Greasers." This book is great for younger readers and can still be used to identify differences within different social classes. This could either be taught as the book or the movie.]]> 2016-11-02 13:56:48 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134773630 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134776416 Another classic piece of American literature. This work shows the struggles of an American family after the rich banks take their home and force them to move west to find work.]]> 2016-11-02 14:02:36 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/134776416 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/148480043 This Award-winning Children's book addresses visible differences in income in a manner appropriate for younger children.]]> 2017-01-20 20:46:48 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/148480043 southeag https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/148480419 This famous song addresses the struggles of a young couple trying to work through economic struggles.]]> 2017-01-20 20:49:52 UTC https://padlet.com/southeag/j0txhrxfueqc/wish/148480419