January 2023 Edition - Rights and Responsibilities
The articles and artwork of each Tablet Jr. are created by the students of diocesan academies, and each month there is a new theme and a new school. Ss. Joachim and Anne School, Queens is this month's school to showcase its journalistic skills. Enjoy reading the additional student submissions as well as using the teacher resources below. Let us pray that the Catholic Social Teachings guide us to be good citizens and respectful people.
Soul Food’s Impact on History and Cuisine -Reanne Louis, Grade 8
African Americans have created many of the meals we know and love today. We cook and enjoy these foods but don’t truly recognize their history.
What is Black History Month? -Cameron Kearney, Grade 8 and Payton Young, Grade 7
Every February, black people across the entire globe are celebrated for all they have been through and for everything they have done for the world.
Jerry Lawson: The Unseen Wonder -Maximillien Julien, Grade 8
An important figure like Gerald Anderson Lawson shows us that since all humans are created in God’s image, we should not let discrimination hold us back from achieving greatness.
Instructional Resource Guide
The downloadable guide below is a supplemental resource for all teachers and catechists.
Student Artwork
Instructional Resource Guide
Print-rich materials that can motivate and engage students in class
About the Tablet Jr.
A collaboration between CTN and The Tablet Editorial staff, The Tablet Jr. includes stories written by middle-grade students from diocesan academies and schools as well as studen-created artwork. Additional elements include a question-and-answer column, a diocesan history column, and fun activities such as a word puzzles.