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Science and Technology - PBS Learning
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2 to 12
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PBS LearningMedia's American Experience Science and Technology collection brings history to life through compelling videos and media resources exploring groundbreaking inventions, technological...more
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PBS LearningMedia's American Experience Science and Technology collection brings history to life through compelling videos and media resources exploring groundbreaking inventions, technological innovations, and their transformative impact on American society. These free, classroom-ready materials help students connect historical scientific achievements to modern life, examining everything from early innovations to contemporary technological advances. The resources include engaging video clips, lesson plans, and interactive activities that make complex historical concepts accessible and relevant. Whether you're teaching about famous inventors, exploring how technology shaped cultural identity, or discussing the societal impacts of scientific progress, this collection offers rich, standards-aligned content that captivates students while deepening their understanding of how science and technology have shaped our nation's story!
tag(s): 1920s (25), 1940s (68), 1950s (32), 1960s (54), 1970s (30), 1980s (21), cold war (38), inventors and inventions (83), space (235), world war 1 (84)
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After watching "Tesla: Early Experiments with Wireless Power," students can continue to research Tesla's history by completing a timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here. After watching Sputnik's Launch Begins the Space Race | Chasing the Moon, students can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to compare and contrast the space race between the United States and Russia. Students can also research using Kiddle, reviewed here about what advancements have been made in fire safety, work conditions, and immigration since the Triangle Fire.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Williamina Fleming - Unladylike 2020
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6 to 12
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Introduce your students to the remarkable life of Williamina Fleming, a Scottish immigrant who began her career as a housemaid and became a pioneering astronomer at the Harvard College...more
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Introduce your students to the remarkable life of Williamina Fleming, a Scottish immigrant who began her career as a housemaid and became a pioneering astronomer at the Harvard College Observatory. Over her 30-year tenure, she discovered 10 novae, 310 variable stars, and 59 gaseous nebulae, including the iconic Horsehead Nebula. The website features a short animated documentary that details her journey and contributions to astronomy. Additionally, educators can access a free lesson plan and a Do-It-Yourself Screening Kit to facilitate classroom discussions and activities.
tag(s): stars (78), women (175), womenchangemaker (70)
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Students can learn more about the Catalog of Stars by using Kidrex reviewed here. Have students write a letter as if they were Williamina Fleming, addressing future scientists. Encourage them to include reflections on the challenges they faced, their scientific curiosity, and advice for future generations. Students can virtually visit space to learn more about the stars.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Educational Resources: Astronomy and Space - U.S. National Science Foundation
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K to 12
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The U.S. National Science Foundation's Astronomy and Space collection offers a variety of educational resources, including lesson plans, videos, and stunning images. Lessons explore...more
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The U.S. National Science Foundation's Astronomy and Space collection offers a variety of educational resources, including lesson plans, videos, and stunning images. Lessons explore topics such as black holes, the Milky Way, model pulsars, and how to build a solar eclipse pinhole viewer. Featured YouTube videos include the Science for Kids series, Kip Thorne Explains Gravitational Waves, The Stars Within Us, and a link to the NSF News YouTube channel. Viewers can also explore breathtaking images of the Rosette Nebula, a black hole, a blue optical transient cosmic explosion, and the sun's surface.
tag(s): planets (124), solar system (122), space (235)
In the Classroom
Students can use Kiddle reviewed here to continue researching astronomy and space. Have students build physical or digital models of black holes to understand their structure and gravitational pull. Students can use Delightex reviewed here to create digital models. Using the video Kip Thorne Explains Gravitational Waves, lead an inquiry-based activity using a stretched fabric and marbles to model how massive objects warp space-time.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Moon Illusion: Why Does the Moon Look So Big Sometimes? - NASA
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Have you ever wondered why the moon looks big sometimes and small other times? NASA's The Moon Illusion: Why Does the Moon Look So Big Sometimes? answers that question for ...more
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Have you ever wondered why the moon looks big sometimes and small other times? NASA's The Moon Illusion: Why Does the Moon Look So Big Sometimes? answers that question for you. The article is broken down into three subsections: How to Prove the Moon Illusion, The Moon DOES look more yellow near the horizon, and Why do we see the Moon illusion?.
tag(s): moon (83), solar system (122)
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After reading the article, students can use Google Keep, reviewed here to track the size of the moon. Before beginning the lesson (or reading the article), students can answer the question "Does the moon look big sometimes?" and post their responses on Padlet, reviewed here. Finally, students can create a presentation with facts about the size of the moon using Google Slides, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Best Podcasts About Space - Find that Pod
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4 to 12
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Seeking engaging podcasts to spark students' curiosity about space? Discover a curated list of the best space-themed podcasts for all ages and interests. Start by exploring shows that...more
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Seeking engaging podcasts to spark students' curiosity about space? Discover a curated list of the best space-themed podcasts for all ages and interests. Start by exploring shows that cover astronomy, space exploration, NASA missions, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Each podcast includes a brief description, making it easy to find ones that align with your classroom goals. Use these podcasts to enrich science lessons, support research projects, or inspire creative writing. Share with students, or play selected episodes during class to bring the wonders of the universe to life.
tag(s): nasa (35), planets (124), podcasts (134), space (235), stars (78)
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Assign each student a space topic they heard about (ex., black holes, astronauts, Mars rovers) and have them research their topic further and present findings in Google Slides reviewed here or a diorama. In pairs or small groups, students can write and record their own 2-3 minute podcast episodes on a topic related to space that they have learned about. Students can use Acast reviewed here or Castbox Creator Studio reviewed here to create their podcasts. Have students keep a journal with ePubEditor reviewed here where they summarize episodes and illustrate one big idea they learned.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Science Simulations and Games - SimPop
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SimPop is an interactive website that offers a variety of science simulations covering topics such as the solar system, buoyancy, projectile motion, convex lenses, and electroscopes....more
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SimPop is an interactive website that offers a variety of science simulations covering topics such as the solar system, buoyancy, projectile motion, convex lenses, and electroscopes. These engaging, research-based simulations allow students to explore population dynamics, physics, and optics by manipulating variables and observing real-time effects. Whether modeling planetary orbits, testing how objects float, analyzing projectile trajectories, or investigating light refraction, students gain a hands-on understanding of scientific principles. These tools help teachers reinforce key STEM concepts, promote critical thinking, and support inquiry-based learning in an engaging and interactive way.
tag(s): simulations (41), solar system (122), STEM (330)
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Solar System Scale Model - After exploring the solar system simulation, have students create a scaled model of the planets using various objects such as balls, fruits, or paper cutouts. They can compare their models to the simulation and discuss the challenges of accurately representing distances in space. After adjusting variables in the projectile motion simulation (such as angle, velocity, and gravity), students can conduct a real-world experiment by launching small objects that can include foam darts and balls. Students can collect data, create graphs, and analyze how factors affect projectile trajectory. The convex lens simulation allows students to explore how lenses focus light at different distances. Then, they experiment with real convex lenses, observing how they can magnify text or focus sunlight to burn paper. They discuss applications in eyeglasses, microscopes, and telescopes. After interacting with the electroscope simulation, students experiment with real objects (balloons, wool, plastic rods) to create static electricity. They compare their real-world observations to the simulation and explain how charge interactions affect the movement of the electroscope's metal leaves.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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We Are Here - SmithsonianAPA
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This digital exhibit from the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center (APAC) is an interactive platform highlighting the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian American...more
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This digital exhibit from the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center (APAC) is an interactive platform highlighting the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. The exhibit provides an immersive learning experience that fosters understanding and appreciation of AAPI experiences through multimedia storytelling, artwork, historical artifacts, and personal narratives. Educators can use this resource to engage students in discussions about identity, resilience, and cultural heritage while integrating primary sources and creative expressions into their lessons. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): artists (87), asia (133), authors (101), cultures (256), famous people (32), japan (61), japanese (51), multimedia (57), scientists (70)
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Have students illustrate an important moment in Asian American history, write a poem reflecting on identity and resilience, or ask them to research another cultural or historical movement that aligns with the themes in We Are Here (ex., the Civil Rights Movement, Indigenous history, or immigrant experiences). They can create a Venn diagram using Venn Diagram Creator reviewed here or infographic using Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Journey Through an Exploded Star - Smithsonian Education
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Smithsonian Education's Supernova is an interactive website offering simulations that help students explore the life cycle of stars, particularly supernovas. Students can learn how...more
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Smithsonian Education's Supernova is an interactive website offering simulations that help students explore the life cycle of stars, particularly supernovas. Students can learn how massive stars evolve and explode through engaging animations, scientific explanations, and real astronomical data. The site includes educational resources that support STEM learning, making it an excellent tool for integrating space science into the classroom. Teachers can use it to initiate curiosity in astronomy, reinforce concepts about stellar evolution, or provide interactive experiences that extend beyond traditional textbooks. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): simulations (41), stars (78), STEM (330)
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Students can illustrate and write a comic strip showing the life cycle of a massive star, from birth to supernova. The comic strip can be made digitally using Free Comic Strip Maker, reviewed here or Make Beliefs Comics, reviewed here. Using real astronomical data from the website, have students analyze how and when a star might go supernova and present their findings to the class. Using the information from the website, students can create a timeline of a star's life cycle, labeling key stages like protostar, main sequence, red giant, and supernova. They can present their timeline on paper or digitally using an infographic tool such as Turbo Timeline Generator, reviewed here or Timeline, reviewed here. Students can also research what happens after a supernova (neutron stars, black holes, etc.) and debate the most fascinating aftermath.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AAPI History Hub - The Asian American Foundation
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The AAPI History Hub is a valuable educational resource that provides lesson plans, primary sources, and interactive materials to help teachers incorporate Asian American and Pacific...more
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The AAPI History Hub is a valuable educational resource that provides lesson plans, primary sources, and interactive materials to help teachers incorporate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) history into their curriculum. The site offers engaging content for various grade levels, including biographies, historical events, and cultural contributions that highlight the rich and diverse experiences of AAPI communities. With classroom-ready resources and discussion prompts, the AAPI History Hub supports educators in fostering a more inclusive and comprehensive understanding of U.S. history.
tag(s): asia (133), biographies (92), courts (24), cultures (256), diversity (48), famous people (32), japan (61), japanese (51), scientists (70), women (175)
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Students can work in groups to create a physical or digital timeline using Timelinely reviewed here or Timeline Infographic Templates reviewed here highlighting significant AAPI events, movements, and contributions. Assign students an AAPI figure or event to research and present via a short podcast using Buzzsprout reviewed here or video using Adobe Express Video Maker reviewed here. Print or display images and short bios of key AAPI historical figures from the site. Have students walk around, take notes, and discuss whose contributions they find most inspiring. Alternatively, create a digital gallery walk using the gallery walk template available in Padlet, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Solar Eclipses: A Reference Guide - Library of Congress
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The Library of Congress Solar Eclipses: A Reference Guide is a comprehensive educational resource designed to support teachers and students in exploring the science, history,...more
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The Library of Congress Solar Eclipses: A Reference Guide is a comprehensive educational resource designed to support teachers and students in exploring the science, history, and observation of solar eclipses. It offers curated materials for various audiences, including young readers, educators, and general science enthusiasts. The guide features digitized historical eclipse maps and diagrams, expedition reports, instructional books, and links to external resources like NASA and the American Astronomical Society.
tag(s): space (235)
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Students can explore the links on the Library of Congress's website. Students can compare and contrast the various solar eclipses that have happened around the world. Compare using a tool such as ClassTools Interactive Venn Diagrams reviewed here. You can click on the right side to choose between a two or three-circle Venn diagram. Students can also create a 3D version of what will happen during a solar eclipse.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NASA - NASA
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NASA's official website is a rich educational resource for teachers, offering a vast collection of space-related content, lesson plans, videos, and interactive activities. Educators...more
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NASA's official website is a rich educational resource for teachers, offering a vast collection of space-related content, lesson plans, videos, and interactive activities. Educators can access STEM-focused classroom materials, student challenges, and real-time NASA mission updates to engage students in space exploration and scientific discovery. The site includes sections on astronomy, engineering, Earth science, and robotics, with resources tailored for different grade levels. Teachers can also find virtual field trips, citizen science projects, and career insights to inspire students interested in space and technology. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): moon (83), planets (124), solar system (122), space (235), stars (78), STEM (330)
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Challenge students to create a simple paper model of NASA's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter to explore aerodynamics and engineering. Have students create their models with a digital tool using Delightex (formerly CoSpaces), reviewed here or Tinkercad, reviewed here. They can also use these tools to design a sustainable Moon base using NASA guidelines after researching lunar environments. They can present their designs as a digital model or poster. Students can apply math skills to real-world NASA space missions, calculating rocket trajectories, planetary distances, and astronaut survival needs. Students can also take a virtual tour of the ISS, exploring astronaut life and experiments conducted in space.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NASA At Home: Virtual Tours and Apps - NASA
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NASA At Home: Virtual Tours and Apps explores the solar system and beyond by uncovering worlds, stars, and cosmic mysteries near and far with their robust fleet of space and ...more
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NASA At Home: Virtual Tours and Apps explores the solar system and beyond by uncovering worlds, stars, and cosmic mysteries near and far with their robust fleet of space and ground-based missions. There are three sections of videos: The International Space Station, the Solar System, and NASA. Videos on the International Space Station include training the astronauts, exploring NASA's deep space network, payload Operations Integration Center, and Hubble Space Telescope. Solar System videos are on Perseverance and the Moon. NASA virtual tour videos showcase Goddard Space Flight Center and Wallops Flight Facility.
tag(s): planets (124), solar system (122), space (235), virtual field trips (130)
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Students can compare and contrast the different space centers and/or missions to space. Students can further learn about the solar system by creating a book with Book Creator, reviewed here or a presentation using Google Slides, reviewed here on the planets, stars, moon, or the sun.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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JSC Virtual Tours - NASA
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Johnson Virtual Tours are free 3-D tours inside the Johnson Space Center. Tours include the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility, Christopher C. Kraft Mission Control Center, Flight Control...more
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Johnson Virtual Tours are free 3-D tours inside the Johnson Space Center. Tours include the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility, Christopher C. Kraft Mission Control Center, Flight Control Room-1 (FCR-1), Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory (NBL), Ellington Field, and Lunar Sample Curation Laboratory. Questions and answers (Q&A) are also available to answer questions on Mission Control and Living in Space. When you are on the tour, you can watch videos, learn information, and see photographs.
tag(s): space (235), virtual field trips (130)
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Students can pick one of the tours and research more about it. They can also tour other space centers to compare and contrast them using Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here. Students could also conduct a virtual interview with someone from that space center.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NASA's Glenn Virtual Tours - NASA's Glenn Virtual Tours
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NASA's Glenn Virtual Tours are free 3-D tours inside the Glenn Research Facility. Tours include the Supersonic Wind Tunnel, Low Speed Wind Tunnel, Electric Propulsion and Power Laboratory,...more
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NASA's Glenn Virtual Tours are free 3-D tours inside the Glenn Research Facility. Tours include the Supersonic Wind Tunnel, Low Speed Wind Tunnel, Electric Propulsion and Power Laboratory, In-Space Propulsion Facility, Icing Research Tunnel, Ballistic Impact Lab, Flight Research Building, Propulsion Systems Laboratory, Simulated Lunar Operations Lab, Space Environments Complex, and Zero-Gravity Facility. When you are on the tour, you can watch videos, learn information, and see photographs.
tag(s): aeronautics (11), virtual field trips (130)
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Students can pick one of the tours and research it further. They can also tour other research facilities and compare and contrast them. Students could also conduct a virtual interview with someone from that facility. Have students create a podcast to share their interviews using Adobe Podcast reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NASA's Visual Universe - Google
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NASA's Visual Universe website, part of Google's Arts & Culture Experiments, offers an interactive and visually stunning exploration of NASA's extensive media archive. This platform...more
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NASA's Visual Universe website, part of Google's Arts & Culture Experiments, offers an interactive and visually stunning exploration of NASA's extensive media archive. This platform uses artificial intelligence designed to process large amounts of data, identify patterns, and group related content to analyze and organize over 150,000 NASA images, videos, and audio files into clusters of related content. Images of Mars rovers, audio from Apollo missions, and videos of spacewalks are organized into groups, making exploration more engaging. Teachers can guide students through activities such as exploring the visual history of space exploration, discovering thematic connections, and discussing the role of art and technology in science communication. The site is an excellent resource for integrating STEM with visual literacy and inspiring curiosity about space and innovation.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (218), space (235), STEM (330)
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Have students browse the website to select their favorite images and create a collage that represents their vision of space exploration. This can be done digitally using PhotoCollage reviewed here or on paper. Assign students to create a timeline of significant NASA missions or advancements, using images and videos from the site to illustrate key events. Students can use Class Tools, reviewed here Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here to created the timeline on a device. Students can keep a journal while exploring the website, noting interesting images, themes, or facts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Library of Congress Research Guides - Library of Congress
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Explore this valuable tool for educators; it offers curated collections of primary sources, historical documents, and research materials across a wide range of subjects. These guides...more
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Explore this valuable tool for educators; it offers curated collections of primary sources, historical documents, and research materials across a wide range of subjects. These guides help teachers incorporate authentic historical artifacts, government records, and literary works into their lessons, enhancing students' critical thinking and research skills. With ready-to-use teaching resources, topic guides, and bibliographies, this site supports interdisciplinary learning and provides rich content for inquiry-based projects in history, literature, civics, and more.
tag(s): african american (117), architecture (79), black history (127), branches of government (63), civil rights (218), civil war (142), conservation (103), energy (136), engineering (135), environment (244), foreign policy (13), hispanic (52), industrialization (12), jews (61), latin (22), literature (207), middle east (51), native americans (121), nutrition (133), photography (124), politics (120), population (52), religions (121), Research (79), sports (84), statistics (113), women (175), womenchangemaker (70), womens suffrage (64)
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Assign students to explore a Library of Congress guide on a historical event (ex., Civil Rights Movement, World War II) and have them read and summarize a firsthand account or diary (or blog) entry. Students can then write a journal entry or letter from someone who lived through the event. Try a simple blogging tool like Telegra.ph reviewed here. Choose a literature-focused research guide related to a classic novel or author (such as To Kill a Mockingbird or The Great Gatsby) and have students create a timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here or a newspaper front page using a template from Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NPR- Breaking News, Analysis, Music, Arts, and Podcasts - NPR
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NPR (National Public Radio) is a valuable resource for educators, offering high-quality news, podcasts, and articles on current events, culture, science, and history. The site features...more
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NPR (National Public Radio) is a valuable resource for educators, offering high-quality news, podcasts, and articles on current events, culture, science, and history. The site features engaging audio stories, in-depth journalism, and educational content that can enhance classroom discussions and critical thinking skills. Teachers can use NPR's stories to connect lessons to real-world events, introduce students to diverse perspectives, and encourage media literacy. Additionally, NPR's student-friendly resources, such as NPR Ed and Student Podcast Challenge, provide interactive and project-based learning opportunities.
tag(s): civil rights (218), cultures (256), journalism (72), news (219), podcasts (134), scientists (70), space (235)
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Have students listen to NPR's Student Podcast Challenge winners for inspiration and assign them to create a short podcast episode on a topic related to your curriculum. Use free tools like NPR's podcast resources or Buzzsprout, reviewed hereto guide their scriptwriting and recording process. Choose an NPR article and a similar report from another news source and have students analyze the tone, word choice, and sources used. Use NPR's science and history archives to explore a key discovery or event. Have students present their findings through a timeline project using Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here or Turbo Timeline Generator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Wolf 359 - Wolf 359
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Wolf 359 is a free and fictitious podcast set on board the U.S.S. Hephaestus space station, seven and a half light years away from Earth. The dysfunctional crew deals with ...more
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Wolf 359 is a free and fictitious podcast set on board the U.S.S. Hephaestus space station, seven and a half light years away from Earth. The dysfunctional crew deals with daily life-or-death emergencies while searching for signs of alien life and discovering there might be more to their mission than they thought. Wolf 359 has 4 seasons with a total of 61 episodes.
tag(s): earth (188), listening (95), podcasts (134), space (235)
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In the classroom, Wolf 359 can be critiqued by students. Students can create additional endings to the Wolf 359 series. Finally, students can use their imagination to create the U.S.S. Hephaestus space station.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Short History Of... - Paul McGann and John Hopkins
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Short History Of... is a weekly podcast that takes listeners back in time to learn the stories behind historical events. Hear about diverse topics like Elvis Presley's rise from a ...more
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Short History Of... is a weekly podcast that takes listeners back in time to learn the stories behind historical events. Hear about diverse topics like Elvis Presley's rise from a working-class truck driver to one of the best-selling music artists of all time and the cultural and economic factors leading to the French Revolution of the late 18th century. Each podcast runs about an hour long and is available on most podcast streaming sites.
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In the Classroom
Add this podcast to supplement your current list of history resources. Organize and share resources with students using Wakelet, reviewed here or Padlet, reviewed here. Wakelet and Padlet offer tools that make it easy for students to collaborate and share information. Enhance learning by sharing a podcast as an introduction to a new unit and asking students to discuss what they learn. Consider using Project Zero's Thinking Routine Toolbox, reviewed here to encourage student understanding and develop critical thinking skills. For example, the Step-in, Step-out, And step-back routine can help students view people and events from different perspectives. Extend student learning by asking them to develop a script and share a podcast as a final assessment of your unit using a free tool such as Buzzsprout, reviewed here or Spotify for Podcastors, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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TeachRock - Rock and Roll Forever Foundation
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K to 12
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Rock your lessons using popular music and pop culture to engage students. The standards-aligned lessons provide interdisciplinary connections using music as the starting point for in-depth...more
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Rock your lessons using popular music and pop culture to engage students. The standards-aligned lessons provide interdisciplinary connections using music as the starting point for in-depth explorations and guided activities. Use the search feature to find lessons and collections sorted by subject, music genre, type of activity, and topic. Subjects range from Civics to CTE to STEAM to Art/Design and many others. Each lesson begins with an essential question and includes procedures, student handouts, and videos.
tag(s): artists (87), cross cultural understanding (175), dance (40), empathy (42), jazz (16), musical instruments (54), social and emotional learning (127), sociology (22), STEM (330)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of these free lessons to find standards-based lessons and activities for many content areas. Encourage students to find additional examples of connections to history (or another subject) made with pop music and pop culture. Use Padlet, reviewed here to curate and share ideas and resources. Add your own resources to create interactive presentations using NearPod, reviewed here or Pear Deck, reviewed here. Include videos, animations, quizzes, and more as part of your presentation. Extend student learning by asking them to create podcasts using Buzzsprout, reviewed here to tell the story of how music and pop culture influenced different historical events.
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