Retro Report
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Stories from history that help you understand today. Explore 300+ short documentaries: retroreport.org 📝 Teachers, create your free account today: bit.ly/RR-Reg
Donate to Retro Report today to help bring trusted, story-driven reporting to classrooms nationwide, giving teachers the tools and students the confidence to think critically about the world around them. Contribute by 12/31, and a generous donor will match your gift. Donate: bit.ly/RR-donate.
November 25, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Donate to Retro Report today to help bring trusted, story-driven reporting to classrooms nationwide, giving teachers the tools and students the confidence to think critically about the world around them. Contribute by 12/31, and a generous donor will match your gift. Donate: bit.ly/RR-donate.
We're excited to be at #NCTE25 in Denver over the next few days! Make sure to drop by the Retro Report booth (#514) to pick up some Retro Report swag!
November 21, 2025 at 6:57 PM
We're excited to be at #NCTE25 in Denver over the next few days! Make sure to drop by the Retro Report booth (#514) to pick up some Retro Report swag!
Today, memes are being used by the left and the right to score political blows, often below the belt.
Explore this trend with your students in an updated video and lesson plan: retroreport.org/video/politi...
Explore this trend with your students in an updated video and lesson plan: retroreport.org/video/politi...
November 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Today, memes are being used by the left and the right to score political blows, often below the belt.
Explore this trend with your students in an updated video and lesson plan: retroreport.org/video/politi...
Explore this trend with your students in an updated video and lesson plan: retroreport.org/video/politi...
Updated Video: Political memes travel fast online and shape what people believe. Learn how they work, why they spread and the influence they have on today’s politics. Watch now: retroreport.org/video/politi...
November 20, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Updated Video: Political memes travel fast online and shape what people believe. Learn how they work, why they spread and the influence they have on today’s politics. Watch now: retroreport.org/video/politi...
2/ With your support, we can continue to create resources that teachers depend on. A generous matching gift will double all donations made before Dec. 31. Your support will have twice the impact. Donate today: bit.ly/RR-donate
November 20, 2025 at 5:23 PM
2/ With your support, we can continue to create resources that teachers depend on. A generous matching gift will double all donations made before Dec. 31. Your support will have twice the impact. Donate today: bit.ly/RR-donate
1/ Retro Report’s network of 400 teacher ambassadors from across the nation help shape our work by sharing ideas for videos, lesson plans, activities and more.
Hear directly from RR advisors in this map, and learn how they are using Retro Report in their classrooms: retroreport.org/uncategorize...
Hear directly from RR advisors in this map, and learn how they are using Retro Report in their classrooms: retroreport.org/uncategorize...
November 20, 2025 at 5:23 PM
1/ Retro Report’s network of 400 teacher ambassadors from across the nation help shape our work by sharing ideas for videos, lesson plans, activities and more.
Hear directly from RR advisors in this map, and learn how they are using Retro Report in their classrooms: retroreport.org/uncategorize...
Hear directly from RR advisors in this map, and learn how they are using Retro Report in their classrooms: retroreport.org/uncategorize...
1/ We are honored that #CitizenNation, made with @pbs.org, is nominated by the International Documentary Association for Best Episodic Series.
Learn more: www.documentary.org/blog/ida-ann...
#IDADocAwards
Learn more: www.documentary.org/blog/ida-ann...
#IDADocAwards
November 19, 2025 at 8:38 PM
1/ We are honored that #CitizenNation, made with @pbs.org, is nominated by the International Documentary Association for Best Episodic Series.
Learn more: www.documentary.org/blog/ida-ann...
#IDADocAwards
Learn more: www.documentary.org/blog/ida-ann...
#IDADocAwards
Do you love using Retro Report in your classroom?
Apply today to become a member of Retro Report's 2026 Teacher Advisor teams! Hear from current Retro Report advisors, and learn more about the responsibilities and benefits of both of our advisor groups today: bit.ly/RRAdvisor26
Apply today to become a member of Retro Report's 2026 Teacher Advisor teams! Hear from current Retro Report advisors, and learn more about the responsibilities and benefits of both of our advisor groups today: bit.ly/RRAdvisor26
November 18, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Do you love using Retro Report in your classroom?
Apply today to become a member of Retro Report's 2026 Teacher Advisor teams! Hear from current Retro Report advisors, and learn more about the responsibilities and benefits of both of our advisor groups today: bit.ly/RRAdvisor26
Apply today to become a member of Retro Report's 2026 Teacher Advisor teams! Hear from current Retro Report advisors, and learn more about the responsibilities and benefits of both of our advisor groups today: bit.ly/RRAdvisor26
1/ Learn how Joan Little's story made international headlines and sparked a national movement that brought together activists like Angela Davis and Larry Little.
#FreeJoanLittle premieres tonight at @docnycfest.bsky.social: retroreport.org/free-joan-li...
#FreeJoanLittle premieres tonight at @docnycfest.bsky.social: retroreport.org/free-joan-li...
November 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
1/ Learn how Joan Little's story made international headlines and sparked a national movement that brought together activists like Angela Davis and Larry Little.
#FreeJoanLittle premieres tonight at @docnycfest.bsky.social: retroreport.org/free-joan-li...
#FreeJoanLittle premieres tonight at @docnycfest.bsky.social: retroreport.org/free-joan-li...
Engaging With Revolutionary History seeks to provide professional learning opportunities in U.S. History and Civics to up to 50 educators from predominantly rural and remote locations. Learn more and apply: bit.ly/RR-EWRH
November 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Engaging With Revolutionary History seeks to provide professional learning opportunities in U.S. History and Civics to up to 50 educators from predominantly rural and remote locations. Learn more and apply: bit.ly/RR-EWRH
3/ #FreeJoanLittle premieres less than a week from now at DOC NYC on 11/12. While the premiere is sold out, you can still purchase tickets for online screenings and Thursday’s in-person screening. Learn more: retroreport.org/free-joan-li...
November 6, 2025 at 4:41 PM
3/ #FreeJoanLittle premieres less than a week from now at DOC NYC on 11/12. While the premiere is sold out, you can still purchase tickets for online screenings and Thursday’s in-person screening. Learn more: retroreport.org/free-joan-li...
1/ Take a behind-the-scenes look at the filming of #FreeJoanLittle, a new documentary that explores the groundbreaking 1975 murder trial of the first woman in U.S. history to be acquitted for using deadly force to resist sexual assault.
November 6, 2025 at 4:41 PM
1/ Take a behind-the-scenes look at the filming of #FreeJoanLittle, a new documentary that explores the groundbreaking 1975 murder trial of the first woman in U.S. history to be acquitted for using deadly force to resist sexual assault.
#Teachers, we're excited to launch the Engaging with Revolutionary History Teacher Fellowship! This three-year program seeks to provide professional learning opportunities in U.S. History and Civics to educators from predominantly rural and remote locations. Apply: retroreport.org/engaging-wit...
November 4, 2025 at 10:05 PM
#Teachers, we're excited to launch the Engaging with Revolutionary History Teacher Fellowship! This three-year program seeks to provide professional learning opportunities in U.S. History and Civics to educators from predominantly rural and remote locations. Apply: retroreport.org/engaging-wit...
#Gov teachers: Are you looking for engaging videos that tie key concepts to current events?
In a new short video, students will explore how the principle of checks and balances guided legal challenges to President Trump’s immigration policies. Learn more: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
In a new short video, students will explore how the principle of checks and balances guided legal challenges to President Trump’s immigration policies. Learn more: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
November 4, 2025 at 5:38 PM
#Gov teachers: Are you looking for engaging videos that tie key concepts to current events?
In a new short video, students will explore how the principle of checks and balances guided legal challenges to President Trump’s immigration policies. Learn more: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
In a new short video, students will explore how the principle of checks and balances guided legal challenges to President Trump’s immigration policies. Learn more: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
#Teachers, how are you marking #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth?
Learn how Matt Jackson, one of the members of Retro Report’s Council of Educators, has used our Contemporary Indigenous History collection with his students to spark engaging conversations.
Learn more: retroreport.org/collection/c...
Learn how Matt Jackson, one of the members of Retro Report’s Council of Educators, has used our Contemporary Indigenous History collection with his students to spark engaging conversations.
Learn more: retroreport.org/collection/c...
November 3, 2025 at 6:02 PM
#Teachers, how are you marking #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth?
Learn how Matt Jackson, one of the members of Retro Report’s Council of Educators, has used our Contemporary Indigenous History collection with his students to spark engaging conversations.
Learn more: retroreport.org/collection/c...
Learn how Matt Jackson, one of the members of Retro Report’s Council of Educators, has used our Contemporary Indigenous History collection with his students to spark engaging conversations.
Learn more: retroreport.org/collection/c...
New Lesson Plan: Do you teach about habeas corpus?
Use this new video and lesson plans to explore how a U.S. legal right established in the 18th century connects to President Trump’s immigration policies: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
Use this new video and lesson plans to explore how a U.S. legal right established in the 18th century connects to President Trump’s immigration policies: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
October 31, 2025 at 5:22 PM
New Lesson Plan: Do you teach about habeas corpus?
Use this new video and lesson plans to explore how a U.S. legal right established in the 18th century connects to President Trump’s immigration policies: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
Use this new video and lesson plans to explore how a U.S. legal right established in the 18th century connects to President Trump’s immigration policies: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
New Short Doc: During President Trump’s second term, one legal phrase has been center stage: habeas corpus.
With a new short video and classroom resources, teach your students about how habeas corpus relates to recent debates over the limits of presidential power: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
With a new short video and classroom resources, teach your students about how habeas corpus relates to recent debates over the limits of presidential power: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
October 30, 2025 at 8:16 PM
New Short Doc: During President Trump’s second term, one legal phrase has been center stage: habeas corpus.
With a new short video and classroom resources, teach your students about how habeas corpus relates to recent debates over the limits of presidential power: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
With a new short video and classroom resources, teach your students about how habeas corpus relates to recent debates over the limits of presidential power: retroreport.org/video/suing-...
RR CoE member @jaime-lev.bsky.social shares how he uses our short video on harvesting rainwater to teach his #economics students how you can increase supply through natural conservation efforts.
Create your free account today to access hundreds of classroom resources: bit.ly/RR-Reg
Create your free account today to access hundreds of classroom resources: bit.ly/RR-Reg
October 29, 2025 at 8:02 PM
RR CoE member @jaime-lev.bsky.social shares how he uses our short video on harvesting rainwater to teach his #economics students how you can increase supply through natural conservation efforts.
Create your free account today to access hundreds of classroom resources: bit.ly/RR-Reg
Create your free account today to access hundreds of classroom resources: bit.ly/RR-Reg
#FreeJoanLittle, a Promised Land Film in association with Retro Report, was directed by Yoruba Richen and produced by @iamchristalyn.bsky.social and Bonnie Bertram.
October 28, 2025 at 8:16 PM
#FreeJoanLittle, a Promised Land Film in association with Retro Report, was directed by Yoruba Richen and produced by @iamchristalyn.bsky.social and Bonnie Bertram.
1/ #FreeJoanLittle is premiering 11/12 at @docnycfest.bsky.social! See how her story united fractured social movements and became a rallying cry for civil rights, women’s rights, and criminal justice reform.
#DOCNYC2025 #DOCNYC25
#DOCNYC2025 #DOCNYC25
October 28, 2025 at 8:16 PM
1/ #FreeJoanLittle is premiering 11/12 at @docnycfest.bsky.social! See how her story united fractured social movements and became a rallying cry for civil rights, women’s rights, and criminal justice reform.
#DOCNYC2025 #DOCNYC25
#DOCNYC2025 #DOCNYC25
How do you spark engaging conversations in your classroom?
Learn how @kljackson.bsky.social, a member of RR's CoE, has used nearly 20 RR videos in his AP Government classrooms this year.
To access free lesson plans and student activities, register on our website today: bit.ly/RR-Reg.
Learn how @kljackson.bsky.social, a member of RR's CoE, has used nearly 20 RR videos in his AP Government classrooms this year.
To access free lesson plans and student activities, register on our website today: bit.ly/RR-Reg.
October 21, 2025 at 8:54 PM
How do you spark engaging conversations in your classroom?
Learn how @kljackson.bsky.social, a member of RR's CoE, has used nearly 20 RR videos in his AP Government classrooms this year.
To access free lesson plans and student activities, register on our website today: bit.ly/RR-Reg.
Learn how @kljackson.bsky.social, a member of RR's CoE, has used nearly 20 RR videos in his AP Government classrooms this year.
To access free lesson plans and student activities, register on our website today: bit.ly/RR-Reg.
2/ #Teachers, use your free Retro Report account to access a lesson plan and student activity that accompany this video. Register today: bit.ly/RR-Reg.
October 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
2/ #Teachers, use your free Retro Report account to access a lesson plan and student activity that accompany this video. Register today: bit.ly/RR-Reg.
1/ Rose Tang grew up during China’s repressive Cultural Revolution. As a student leader in the Tiananmen Square protests, she spoke out for freedom and democratic reforms. She recalls the protests in a new short doc: retroreport.org/video/studen...
October 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
1/ Rose Tang grew up during China’s repressive Cultural Revolution. As a student leader in the Tiananmen Square protests, she spoke out for freedom and democratic reforms. She recalls the protests in a new short doc: retroreport.org/video/studen...
New Lesson Plan: #Teachers, access a new lesson plan and student activity on the Tiananmen Square massacre. Students will examine factors that fueled the protests and how the Chinese government’s violent response altered U.S.-China relations: retroreport.org/lesson-plan/...
#edchat #APCOMPGOV
#edchat #APCOMPGOV
October 17, 2025 at 4:17 PM
New Lesson Plan: #Teachers, access a new lesson plan and student activity on the Tiananmen Square massacre. Students will examine factors that fueled the protests and how the Chinese government’s violent response altered U.S.-China relations: retroreport.org/lesson-plan/...
#edchat #APCOMPGOV
#edchat #APCOMPGOV
New short doc: Bring the story of the Tiananmen Square demonstrations to your classroom with firsthand accounts from student protesters, and examine how the episode marked a turning point in U.S.-China relations. Learn more: retroreport.org/video/studen...
October 16, 2025 at 7:20 PM
New short doc: Bring the story of the Tiananmen Square demonstrations to your classroom with firsthand accounts from student protesters, and examine how the episode marked a turning point in U.S.-China relations. Learn more: retroreport.org/video/studen...