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Hi Everyone,

This summer, I'm looking for a book that shows that the early Church was radical/revolutionary in carrying out the social justice teachings of Jesus.  I'd like to show the students that the early Church was persecuted, in part, because of their different lifestyle that incorporated resistance to the Roman concept of justice.  Thanks and Happy Summer to All!  John Powell

I am looking for recommendations for summmer reading on Social Justice for students entering 7th and 8th grade.  Last year, my students read Be The Change  by 15 year old Zach Hunter.  The students did not seem to enjoy it.  I am looking for something that is enjoyable, but will make them think a bit outside their comfort zone.  Any suggestions would be greatly  appreciated!

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I am a new teacher looking for high school material on poverty as the underlier issue

of violence.  I am looking for resources on this topic to teach a Contemporary Social Issues course.

PBS has just compiled a list of handy resources regardin the Gulf oil spill.  You may find them useful in exploring the ecological justice issues related to the integrity of creation and stewardship.  The web link below contains:

• Maps
• FAQ's about Oil spills
• Terms and definition
• Teaching resources
• Video links
• and more.

Link:  http://wsre.org/OilSpill/teachers-students-kids.asp

Google Earth is a great tool to use in the classroom.  Take a look at this quick list of 10 things you can do with Google Earth to enhance learning and engage your students.  Simple step-by-step instructions are spelled out.

http://www.google.com/educators/start_earth.html

I'm about to start a short world poverty unit.  Does anyone have any suggestions?  I'm always looking for games or simulations because the students enjoy/learn more than from my lectures.  Thanks!