Civil Discourse Toolkit for Middle School Teachers

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  1. Why Was This Toolkit Created? (Explainer)

  2. How Do We Teach Civil Discourse in Our Polarized World?

  3. Parent Note for Beginning of the Year

  4. Parent Email: Controversial Topic Ahead

  5. How to Promote Successful Discussions by Testing the Water

Level Up Your Civil Discourse Skills

  1. Scaffolding for Multilingual Learners, Shy Kids, and Those Needing a Boost

  2. 11 Civil Discourse Strategies to Try in Your Classroom

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