Based on the true story of Michael Oher and Leigh Anne Tuohy, this film traces the relationship of a homeless young African American high school student and a well-to-do family who opens their home an...more
This two-page resource is the true story of how a man with a college education ended up homeless and on the streets in the nation's capital. Use this story for reflection and discussion.
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Homelessness is a complex issue that requires not only our attention, but our compassion and action. A series of new educational resources have been created including:
Understanding Homelessness Ov...more
This critical thinking activity looks at the factors that can lead to homelessness. Using
lines and arrows, connect these different factors and circumstances to
demonstrate how they may lead to homel...more
This quiz on homelessness provides terrific questions to test your knowledge and perceptions. This quiz looks at some commonly misunderstood facts about homelessness and includes an answer key.
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World Habitat Day is October 6th. This three-page resource looks at the facts and figures of urbanization today. This resource is designed to mark the UN celebration of World Habitat day and includ...more
Shelter us, O Lord, and give us the compassion and
knowledge to help others in their search for shelter.
Protect us, O Lord, from darkness, and give us the
wisdom and skills to protect others who lif...more
Housing Unit
, by: Education for Justice
This unit looks at the current housing crisis in the United States. Included are prayers and reflections, a fact sheet, two case studies, a role play activity, a sign of hope and discussion questions....more
