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The Smithsonian Began With James Smithson's Legacy Gift. Today, the Smithsonian Education Legacy Society Invites Others to Carry His Vision Forward

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Over 2,000 Early Childhood Educators Share How They Integrate the Natural World Into Their Teaching. Here's What They Reveal About What's Working and What's Missing

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We're Celebrating What's Special About Your Corner of the United States. Our New Postcards Are Something to Write Home About

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Celebrating and Reflecting Upon America's 250th With Iconic Smithsonian Objects that Commemorate the Country’s Story

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How a Meaningful Place-Based Approach to Social Studies Instruction Can Create Deeply Engaged Citizens

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How Students Use A.I. in the Classroom Can Be a Difficult Choice. Why One Educator Thinks It's Imperative to Teach Learners to Use It Ethically and Responsibly

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New Resources Transform Classrooms into Engines of Civic Engagement by Equipping Educators with the Tools They Need to Take Students from Learning to Leading

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2025 Smithsonian Education Impact Report Released

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An Educator's Guide to Attending the Upcoming Smithsonian Education Summit and Turning Inspiration into Impact

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Immersive Workshop and Webinar Opportunities Offer Teachers a Summer of Learning Alongside the Smithsonian

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