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Burns Institute: Social Justice Reports
A national nonprofit, the Haywood Burns Institute (BI) creates transformational opportunities to address social systems and traditional hierarchies, particularly those that impact youth and communities of color. Their collaborative partnerships have resulted in prepared reports on topics including youth justice, tribal lands, and juvenile justice systems. These reports are available for download on their website. Read More
NFPA Sparky® School House
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Education Division has created free resources for kids (and educators) to teach fire prevention and awareness through the Sparky School House platform. Resources include ready-to-go lesson plans, digital videos, and printable activities. Sparky School House has also partnered with Kahoot! to create a “How to Make a Home Escape Plan”. Read More
Sesame Street Fire Safety Program
In collaboration with the U.S. Fire Administration and FEMA, Sesame Street programs have created a fire safety program for preschool-aged children. Free resources include color and learn activities, lesson plans on teaching fire safety, easy-to-use lessons/games for teachers, and songs/stories for teaching. Resources are available in Spanish and English. Read More
Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation
Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation cultivates resources for families and children involved in the foster care system. Their resource directory has lists of resources to support all Arizona children, from cradle to college. Read More
All About Young Children
The All About Young Children website provides information on the development of young children, including how they learn about language, feelings, and relationships, as well as numbers and movement. Resources are available in multiple languages to ensure equitable access. Read More
Family Literacy Toolkit
Learning Ally has partnered with the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to support families through the Family Literacy Toolkit. The toolkit is designed to engage families in enriching literacy activities that promote the joy of reading through family bonding. Read More
APH: Braille Resources
American Printing House has created a resource page in collaboration with Braille Bug, including The Braille Trail: An Activity Booklet. Resources are intended to support children with visual impairments as well as caregivers, educators, and community members interested in obtaining free resources, including free print braille books. Read More
Paths to Literacy
Paths to Literacy has built a community for those interested in literacy resources for children and youth with visual impairments. The site offers free practical activities and opportunities to engage with others through the power of literacy. Read More
Soul Sparklettes Art
Soul Sparklettes Art has curriculum and art packs for youth, preschool to high school. Their free art-guided lesson plans and recommended art supplies are available to all educators. Read More
PureEdge: Resilience Strategies and Resources
Pure Edge Inc. has created a free resource page for educators and youth to cultivate resilience through mindfulness practice. Read More
Teachers’ Resource Centre
A website dedicated to teachers, with this specific page delving into child behavior and how to deal with challenges. Read More