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RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS, FAMILIES TO DISCUSS THE EVENTS IN ISRAEL AND GAZA WITH
STUDENTS
Resources for Educators, Families to Discuss the Events in Israel and Gaza with
Students
October 7, 2023
The terror attack perpetrated by Hamas against Israel and resulting declaration
of war by Israel against Hamas in the Gaza Strip has led to numerous casualties
and injuries on both sides. There is an ongoing hostage crisis of Israeli
citizens being held in Gaza and millions of innocent civilians in harm's way.
Similar to the crisis in Ukraine, the effects are far-reaching, with images of
the war being broadcast on TV and shared on social media. Emotional and economic
impacts can be felt at home by all, especially our young people and those with
connections to the region.
California is home to students and staff with cultural ties to Israel and
Palestine, and has seen a rise in antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents even
before the outbreak of war. As educators, we must make sure we provide a safe
space for all members of our community to learn about current events and process
their emotions.
It's likely our county’s students have been following these events or have
overheard conversations and are curious about the cause and impacts this war may
have both globally and locally. To help students better understand this event
and to place it in a broader context, we've gathered history-social science,
mental health, and social and emotional learning resources to support teachers
and families in assisting students.
The resources below are intended solely to provide access to information.
Educators know their students and school community best and should determine
whether the resource best fits the need.
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Teaching Resources Social and Emotional Resources School Culture Resources
TEACHING RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS
Students want and need to talk about what they see, remember, and feel. To be
able to navigate their own emotions and trauma in a healthy, safe, and
productive way, students need guidance and a sense of safety from adults in
their schools. Classrooms are powerful places to help children process current
events, provided educators give renewed energy to creating safe spaces for
students.
As with all difficult topics, educators should be keenly aware of the emotional
impact these events have on students. Teachers should pay close attention to
students who are Jewish or Muslim, those who may have family members in the
region, and students who may be worried about how this crisis could impact them
here in the United States. It’s important to be sensitive, not to single these
students out to speak about or explain related topics. Before beginning a
discussion, teachers are encouraged to consult resources for creating an
environment that supports civil discourse:
* Facing History and Ourselves – Fostering Civil Discourse: How Do We Talk
About Issues That Matter
* Judy Pace – Teaching Controversial Issues: A Framework for Reflective
Practice
* Street Law – Classroom Deliberations
* Constitutional Rights Foundation – Conducting a Civil Conversation in the
Classroom
* SDCOE resource guide – Facilitating Dialogue with Compassion
Some topics educators may consider adapting for students include:
* The impact of geopolitical issues in the United States and the extent of its
obligation to respond.
* The role and authority of the president (as well as other institutions such
as Congress, the media, etc.) in shaping foreign policy.
* The president’s policy options for responding to this type of crisis.
* The lasting impacts of significant historical conflict in the Middle East.
* The human costs of war and conflict.
LINKS TO LEARN FROM
* AllSides shares how media sources from different political perspectives
report the news
* C-Span Classroom article: Conflict in the Middle East Following a Surprise
Attack by Hamas Fighters on Israel
* PBS Kids offers historical coverage of Israeli-Palestinian conflict
* Council on Foreign Relations article: What Is U.S. Policy on the
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict?
LESSON PLANS
* PBS Learning Media lesson plan for grades 9-12 on Making a Difference in the
Midst of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
* Facing History and Ourselves mini lesson for grades 6-12 on Processing
Attacks in Israel and the Outbreak of War in the Region
SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING RESOURCES
Our students need the guidance and safety of adults in their home and in their
schools to be able to navigate their own emotions and trauma in a healthy, safe,
and productive way.
FOR ALL AGES
* How to Talk to Kids About What's Happening in Israel Right Now: This article
from Kveller shares balanced scripts parents and family members can use with
their children based on their age range.
* How to Talk to Kids About Violence, Crime, and War: Common Sense Media
gathers tips and conversation starters to help you talk to kids of different
ages about the toughest topics.
* Talking to Your Kids About War: VeryWell Family explores ways families can
speak with young people about war, including tips on sharing information and
restricting media coverage.
* How to Talk to Your Children About Conflict and War: UNICEF’s guide offers
eight tips to support and comfort your children.
* Handle with Care: Supporting Young People During Crises: Learning for Justice
offers recommendations and resources to help guide conversations with young
people and to manage potential subsequent actions and reactions.
* How to Talk to Kids About Violence in the News: Common Sense Media offers
language for talking to and listening to children when they see or hear about
violence in the world.
FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Resilience in a time of war: Tips for parents and teachers of elementary school
children: This article from the American Psychological Association can help
adults guide their young children beyond fear and to resilience.
FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS
Resilience in a time of war: Tips for parents and teachers of middle school
children: The American Psychological Association provides tips and strategies
for parents and teachers of middle school-aged children.
FOR MILITARY FAMILIES
The San Diego County Office of Education creates and curates resources to
support military families and students, and schools that serve military
children.
SCHOOL CULTURE RESOURCES
These resources are neither meant to be exhaustive nor is their inclusion an
endorsement of a particular political viewpoint.
TRAUMA-INFORMED RESOURCES FOR SCHOOL SYSTEMS
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network provides resources that can be
filtered by topic, keyword, and audience with a focus on how adults can identify
traumatic responses in young people and how to support them.
ADDRESSING ANTISEMITISM IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
This SDCOE guide for educators to address antisemitism contains resources from
educational organizations, many of which are promoted and used by state
departments of education and teachers across the country.
COUNTERING ISLAMOPHOBIA IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
SDCOE’s resource guide on supporting Muslim students includes a section about
countering Islamophobia in schools. Teach 9/11 with Compassion guide also
contains resources that, while not specific to the war, may be helpful.
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October 7, 2023
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