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Free N95 masks are distributed in Michigan
Daily News Lesson February 27 2022

CDC changes recommendations on when to wear masks in public
Hear the latest on the CDC's recommendations and find out what they mean for safety measures in your area
The Russian flag is seen behind a razor wire fence on the roof of the Russian Consulate General in Kharkiv
Daily News Lesson February 24 2022

Feb. 24, 2022: Choose from these 9 news stories including Russia's invasion of Ukraine and new COVID vaccine
Choose which story is right for your class and discuss using fact-based and open-ended questions
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Daily News Lesson February 18 2022

Maryland teens stage walkout to protest schools' handling of COVID-19
Hear about student protests against COVID rule changes last month, and discuss who should have power to make the rules
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Daily News Lesson February 16 2022

Activity: How the debate on teaching U.S. history including racism is impacting students
Discuss the impact of legislation and the push to limit "divisive concepts" taught in social studies, English and other classes
Silver medallist Ohno of the U.S. celebrates during the medal ceremony for the men's 1500 metres short track speed skating competition at the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics
Daily News Lesson February 14 2022

Olympic great Apolo Ohno on the unique pressures athletes face
Hear from a star of the winter Olympics on why the pressure on Olympic athletes is unique
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Daily News Lesson February 11 2022

On National Inventors Day, meet young inventors like Charlotte Hober, inventor of the Emotional Emojis game
"Do your best, never give up, have fun," encourages then third-grader Charlotte of her peers considering invention Watch videos of these young inventors and learn how your students can take part in Invention Convention!
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Daily News Lesson February 10 2022

Biologists take drastic measures to save Florida manatees at risk of starvation

Learn why endangered manatees off the coast of Florida are threatened, and what needs to be done to protect them
Placentia Yorba Linda School Board discusses critical race theory
Daily News Lesson February 07 2022

Black History Month: How new laws are limiting what can be taught in schools
Learn about initiatives across the states that limit what can be taught in classrooms about race
Preparation for Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics
Daily News Lesson February 06 2022

What do China's zero-COVID policies mean for Olympic athletes?
Discuss how China can maintain its goal of no COVID spread in the country while hosting the Olympics
A person holds a smartphone as Tik Tok logo is displayed behind in this picture illustration
Student Voices February 04 2022

Student voice: Why social media is like Gorilla Glue for youth
Hear from one student on how social media shapes his generation, for good and for ill
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