Every school day (except holidays) we offer 2 lessons, often at different reading levels. Articles are selected from various major news sources (we don't write 'em, folks!) to encourage debate and critical thinking. Sometimes they might push buttons or present uncomfortable or unpopular stances. We think students need to see, read, process, debate, and think critically about these issues. Selection of an article doesn't imply izzit.org agreement with the article or its perspective.
The questions are a critical part of the lesson. Without those, there is no lesson – only an article, and you could find that on your own!
Articles & Discussion Questions can be printed from the page. Articles are posted for one week due to copyright issues. After that, it's archived with the questions and a link to the original source of the article.
PLEASE NOTE: Lessons are archived for one year from posting date. If you might want to use a lesson in the future, we recommend you print it or otherwise save it.
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Friday, May 31, 2024
California lawmakers vote to ban reusable plastic bags from grocery stores
From: Fox News
Readability Score: 12.4
Friday, May 31, 2024
Meet the Walmart deli employee whos also a track star hoping to make the Olympic team
From: TODAY.com
Readability Score: 7.7
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Billionaire gives incredible gift to UMass graduates
From: Associated Press (via Boston.com)
Readability Score: 8.0
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Japanese town takes drastic measures to control tourists
From: Associated Press
Readability Score: 11.1
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Ten Commandments school displays could soon be required in Louisiana
From: Lailluminator
Readability Score: 10.7
Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Caitlin Clarks race huge thing when it comes to her popularity, WNBA star says
From: Fox News
Readability Score: 9.3