Resource Library
Welcome to Re-Imagining Migration's comprehensive resource collection, featuring over 500 carefully curated materials designed to transform how schools and educators approach migration, inclusion, and belonging. Whether you're developing curriculum, creating inclusive learning environments, leading professional development, or working to support immigrant-origin students, our library offers resources and guidance for every aspect of building migration-responsive educational communities.
What You'll Find Here
Our resources are organized to help you:
- Develop migration-themed curricula across subjects
- Create inclusive learning environments
- Support immigrant-origin students
- Engage all students in understanding migration's role in our shared history and present
- Build classroom communities that foster belonging
- Lead professional development sessions with colleagues and education teams
- Design and facilitate workshops on teaching about migration
Types of Resources
- Classroom Materials: Lesson plans, student activities, and discussion guides ready for immediate use
- Curriculum Planning Tools: Frameworks and guides to help you integrate migration themes into your existing curriculum
- Professional Development: Webinars, articles, and research to deepen your understanding and practice, plus ready-to-use workshop materials for leading professional development sessions
- Study Guides & Collections: Curated sets of resources organized around specific themes or learning objectives
- Teaching Techniques: Practical strategies for creating inclusive, engaging learning environments
- Workshop Facilitator Guides: Structured materials for leading professional development sessions with colleagues and education teams
Using These Resources
All materials align with the Re-Imagining Migration learning arc, which provides a structured approach to teaching about migration. These resources are designed to be flexible and can be adapted for your specific context.
Resources can be searched by:
- Grade level (Elementary, Middle, High School)
- Framework questions
- Resource type
- Subject area
Enhanced Support
Looking to adapt these resources for your specific context? Our Re-Imagining Migration Coaching App works hand-in-hand with this library, providing personalized guidance on implementing these materials in your unique educational setting. The app helps you:
- Create course outlines.
- Design professional learning experiences.
- Reflect on ways to building belonging and support all students.
- Select appropriate resources for your needs
- Adapt materials for your student population
- Integrate resources into your existing curriculum and professional development programs.
Results
An Asset-Based Approach to Teaching Immigrant-Origin Youth
An asset-based approach in education focuses on students’ strengths and experiences, valuing their unique backgrounds and perspectives. This contrasts with a deficit-based approach, emphasizing what students…
Supporting Immigrant Students in Uncertain Times: Strategies for Schools
As immigration policies evolve, schools play a critical role in ensuring immigrant students feel safe, valued, and supported. This guide provides actionable strategies for educators and…
Understanding Attitudes Towards Immigrants
Grade Level: Adaptable for middle or high school students Learning Objectives: Essential Questions: Lesson Outline: Resources:
How Do Migration Narratives Shape How We Think and Act?
Migration stories play a significant role in shaping how people view immigration. These narratives come from various sources like the media, personal experiences, and political discussions,…
How Demographic Change Impacts Attitudes About Diversity
As our world becomes increasingly diverse, understanding how demographic changes affect our attitudes toward different cultures and communities is vital for everyone. Research by scholars like…
Moving Stories: The Path Forward
The “Moving Stories Unit – The Path Forward” is an innovative educational resource designed to engage 11th and 12th grade high school students in meaningful exploration…
Creating A Shared Vision of Welcome and Belonging
This document serves as a roadmap for school communities to articulate a shared vision of welcome and belonging Educators, staff, and community members can utilize this…
Fostering Belonging: A Guide to Addressing Anti-Immigrant Bullying in Schools
Anti-immigrant bullying in schools is a serious issue that affects students’ well-being, academic performance, and sense of belonging. This comprehensive guide provides educators with essential resources…
Community Belonging Audit: A Tool for Fostering Inclusive Environments
The Community Belonging Audit is a comprehensive resource designed to help community members assess and improve the sense of belonging in their towns or cities, with…
Student Action Plans
This guide provides students with a structured approach to developing and implementing action plans that address issues related to migration, cultural diversity, and inclusion within their…