Curriculum

The Museum of disABILITY History has developed disability history curriculum  that is aligned to the New York State and National Learning Standards.

Click here to see Sample Lessons

Lesson plans for grades K-12 as well as supplemental information are now available through the Teacher Resources section of the Museum's website located at:

http://www.museumofdisability.org/teachers_resources.asp

The curriculum was developed with the generous support of the B. Thomas Golisano Foundation.

 

How to do it in your state.

With the growing need for a Disability History Week across the country; we have compiled the tools to help you develop the legislation in your state. If you have any other questions please let us know.

 

National Disability History Week initiative 8-5-09

Disability advocates across the country are mobilizing to help create understanding and celebrate the history of individuals with disabilities! Since West Virginia passed the first…

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Riverside Elementary Class promoting NYS DHW 5-14-09

A third grade class at Riverside Elementary School has been collaborating with the Catskill Center for Independence in finding ways to promote disability awareness in their school. This…

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NYS Disability History Curriculum is now available! 11-19-08

The Museum of disABILITY History is pleased to announce that lesson plans as well as supplemental information are now available! These can be found through the Teacher Resources section of…

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Legislative Updates


New York State

Updated: 2-17-10


Massachusetts

Updated: 9-25-09


California

Updated: 9-24-09


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