Tara Blair 
Seasons tidings to you! It’s often amazing to see the multitude of global celebrations that occur in December, amidst the joyous holiday season. These rich and diverse customs not only bring joy but also serve as reflections of the varied cultural identities around the world. Recognizing these festive occasions broadens our cultural understanding and should … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Learning about the Holocaust is an opportunity to build personal awareness and spark critical thinking about the world around us. Educators may find that Holocaust Remembrance Day, observed this year on January 27, provides the chance to engage students with these challenging concepts. This April, with a little help from … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Media literacy is essential for young people to become informed and responsible digital citizens in an age where we are constantly bombarded with information. It empowers them to critically evaluate the messages they receive and make informed decisions about how to consume media. By integrating media literacy into classrooms, educators … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Have you ever wondered how Thanksgiving is celebrated around the world? Teachers can celebrate several holidays in their elementary classrooms throughout the fall semester. Alongside the more traditional and familiar Western observances, educators might embrace a more diversified approach to seasonal holidays, welcoming new perspectives and encouraging young students’ curiosity … Read more
| By Gale Staff | World Kindness Day is celebrated on November 13th, and it’s a great opportunity to teach elementary school students about the importance of kindness and compassion. With a little planning, you can easily incorporate World Kindness Day activities into your classroom curriculum. Using Gale In Context: Elementary, your young students can … Read more
| By Gale Staff | December 28, 2023, marks the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA). This vital legislation has created a framework through which government agencies, local organizations, and private individuals can collaborate to protect and conserve vulnerable species. Thanks to the ESA, remarkable animals like the American alligator, the peregrine falcon, … Read more
| By Gale Staff | With the upcoming release of the movie musical The Color Purple, educators can seize the opportunity to teach students about the experiences of Black women in American history in greater depth. Whether students are reading the original novel in class or learning about the post-Reconstruction South, teachers can create in-depth … Read more
| By Gale Staff | November is Native American Heritage Month. This is a time to celebrate Native American history and culture while also exploring the ongoing contributions, trials, and triumphs of first nations and indigenous peoples across North America. Invite students, faculty, and staff into the conversation and set a precedent of inclusivity and … Read more
| By Gale Staff | Learning isn’t just child’s play. It’s fun. It’s engaging. And it shapes lives—young and old. Come September, there’s a whole revolution brewing. It’s National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, and libraries are leading the charge. Take this chance to celebrate the power of learning and how it can transform … Read more
| By Gale Staff | STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Day is November 8, and high school teachers can help inspire their students to get excited about a potential career in one of these fields. Highlighting STEM-related subjects celebrates an interdisciplinary approach to teaching that encourages young learners to ask questions, solve problems, think … Read more