Grade: 3-5. Students learn who Ruby Bridges was and why her actions mattered. Through a short video, guided discussion, and role-play, students examine how Ruby’s courage and kindness in the face of discrimination helped create change. Students also explore how telling trusted adults and making thoughtful, safe choices can help create more inclusive spaces for everyone.

Grades 3-5. In this lesson students watch the video The Sneetches, by Dr. Seuss, to learn what prejudice is and how to respond to unkind behavior with empathy and courage. After discussing key themes from the video, students learn the 10 Upstander Steps and work in small groups to create and perform their own role-plays showing how an upstander can help in a hurtful situation.

Grades 3-5. Students explore the idea of fairness by watching short, familiar movie clips that show fair and unfair choices. Using a kid-friendly Justice Checklist, they learn how kindness, safety, and inclusion guide fair actions that help everyone feel valued and respected.

Grades 3-5. In this lesson, students will watch the informative and engaging PBS mini-biography Louis Brandeis: The First Jewish Supreme Court Justice and reflect on the life and legacy of Justice Louis Brandeis (1856–1941), a trailblazing Jewish American. Students will explore his contributions to civil liberties, workers' rights, and the foundational right to privacy.