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Smithsonian Learning Lab: Discover, Create, & Share using millions of digital resources from across the Smithsonian. (Legal: https://nitter.gq/t.co/dmVS3DHXVf)

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Looking for ways to integrate the arts & build community? We'll be joined by @smithsoniannpg & @FCPS_ESOL’s Family Literacy Program on Mon. 10/21 at 4pm ET for an online session showcasing an activity toolkit for the classroom. Register today: si.edu/events/detail/?trumba…
YouTube thumbnail for an upcoming webinar that reads “Cultivating Learning: Fostering Belonging and Community through Art,” overlaid on a photograph of two women looking at art in a museum

ALT YouTube thumbnail for an upcoming webinar that reads “Cultivating Learning: Fostering Belonging and Community through Art,” overlaid on a photograph of two women looking at art in a museum

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There are many great ways to keep in touch with us! Find us on YouTube (youtube.com/c/SmithsonianEdu…), LinkedIn (linkedin.com/company/smithso…), or our Bright Ideas newsletter (eepurl.com/chqaaH).
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Learn how to plan and make murals with community muralist, artist, and illustrator @rafaellopezart! This @PostalMuseum activity includes supports for brainstorming mural topics, books to inspire, ideas for organizing communities, and much more! learninglab.si.edu/q/ll-c/j7…
Colorful photo of artist Rafael López and a child clapping hands in front of a mural

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Explore how animals interact with paint to keep their minds and bodies engaged and curious—while helping young learners create their own animal art! Find conversation starters, videos, hands-on activities in this @NationalZoo collection: learninglab.si.edu/q/ll-c/eb…
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Portraiture provides an avenue for self-expression and identity-building unlike any other genre of visual art. Use this hands-on activity from @NMAAHC to build self-reflection and creative expression skills—while exploring the art of Amy Sherald! learninglab.si.edu/q/ll-c/WA…
Illustrations demonstrating how to draw a person's face

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Help your students celebrate and share family cooking memories with this simple, hands-on activity! You'll find book-making instructions and ideas to get families talking, creating, and enjoying food together. learninglab.si.edu/q/ll-c/Hz…
Book artist Sushmita Mazumdar holding a family stories book she created in her how-to video

ALT Book artist Sushmita Mazumdar holding a family stories book she created in her how-to video

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Looking for creative ways to help students take action? Use this hands-on @hirshhorn activity to help students turn one piece of paper into a BIG call for justice inspired by the Guerrilla Girls! learninglab.si.edu/q/ll-c/XE…
A colorful collage displaying a painting two kids, and text that reads Museums should show art by kids!

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Missed yesterday's webinar with the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum? Want new ways to break learning barriers? Watch the recording and leave with @CAST_UDL techniques, digital museum resources, and classroom-ready activities: youtube.com/watch?v=RdXW-sE0…
YouTube thumbnail for an upcoming webinar that reads Cultivating Learning, Breaking Barriers with Universal Design for Learning and Women’s History, overlaid on an illustrated poster depicting activist Emma Tenayuca

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TODAY: Need new ways to break students' learning barriers? Join us & the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum from 4–5 PM ET for a LIVE & interactive session. Leave with @CAST_UDL techniques, digital museum resources, and classroom activities: youtube.com/watch?v=RdXW-sE0…
YouTube thumbnail for an upcoming webinar that reads Cultivating Learning, Breaking Barriers with Universal Design for Learning and Women’s History, overlaid on an illustrated poster depicting activist Emma Tenayuca

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How can you break learning barriers with digital museum resources? Join us & the Smithsonian American Women's History Museum on Tues, 12/12 from 4–5 PM ET for a LIVE & interactive session. Leave with @CAST_UDL techniques & classroom-ready activities: youtube.com/watch?v=RdXW-sE0…
YouTube thumbnail for an upcoming webinar that reads Cultivating Learning, Breaking Barriers with Universal Design for Learning and Women’s History, overlaid on an illustrated poster depicting activist Emma Tenayuca

ALT YouTube thumbnail for an upcoming webinar that reads Cultivating Learning, Breaking Barriers with Universal Design for Learning and Women’s History, overlaid on an illustrated poster depicting activist Emma Tenayuca

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