Jena 6

The following sites supply a lot of useful information about the case of the Jena 6 in Louisiana.

Democracy Now!, a self-proclaimed "independent" member of the media, has a useful and poignant article on the case. The article has a summary of the situation, interviews with local townspeople, and, most importantly, interviews with a number of the accused.

Again, consider visiting Tolerance.org's page on teaching about the Jena 6. In particular, consider using the first link on Revealing Racist Roots. The authors attempt to anchor a discussion of the Jena 6 into the historical context of racism in America. Supplying the historical context is crucial if students are to understand the reasons why racism exists and still permeates this society.

For visual learners, consider the following short but poignant summary from NBC News.



Lastly, CNN has excellent and in-depth coverage of the decisions and deals being made regarding the charges that were filed.

Hurricane Katrina resources...

These sites provide in-depth inquiry into Hurricane Katrina and its impact on the United States.

The Southern Poverty Law Center has created a website called Tolerance.Org.  This link directs you to a great article by Jeff Sapp.  Sapp has reviewed three web resources on Hurricane Katrina.  Sapp has devoted time and effort to critically examine these sites for content, and relevance.  Take the time to explore Tolerance.Org after reading Sapp's article, there is much more that can be used in your classroom.  TEACHING KATRINA

Matt Welch takes a look at how the media has shaped our perceptions of Hurricane Katrina. His provocative article, The Bigotry of Low Expectations, is a great way to teach about the media as well as providing informations related to one of America's worst natural disasters.

Teachingforchange.org is a great resource for any social studies classroom.  This link provides you with lesson plans, resources and other organizations.  The highlight of this link is the audio interview with Enid Lee.  If you are struggling with how or why you should teach your students about Hurricane Katrina, then this is a must visit.  Teaching about Katrina

Two great resources for teaching about 9/11...

These sites include lesson plans that teach and inform students about 9/11 related topics...

PBS-sponsored site of lesson plans that include topics such as Afghanistan, terrorism, disaster planning, human rights, etc...  PBS: America Responds

Social Studies School Services includes lesson plans, guides, resources and other valuable tools for teaching about terrorism, the Middle East, and Arab Americans...