Activity

Community Newsletter

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What does it take to develop and publish a newsletter? Young academics create a newsletter with original artwork for their school or community. They explore social justice themes and spread messages of tolerance and inclusion. Scholars also research examples of non-fiction writing before creating articles for the newsletter. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Create an ongoing monthly classroom newsletter
  • Arrange for a local journalist to talk to the class about writing for a newspaper 
Classroom Considerations
  • Instructor must arrange for the printing and distribution of the newsletter throughout the school or community 
Pros
  • Lesson provides adaptations for English learners to be successful 
  • Resource focuses on anti-biased education to create a supportive environment 
Cons
  • None