12.02.2017

Tip of the Week: Documentaries to Inspire

In our last tip we posted a list of recommended documentaries.  We are going to keep that idea going with another list you may wish to explore. Topics include everything from the Arab Spring to gender equality.

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/12-documentaries-that-will-inspire-kids-to-change-the-world

Teaching tips are included. Some topics may not be appropriate for all learners.

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