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American Experience: Politics - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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Discover a curated selection of documentaries and resources that delve into significant political events, movements, and figures in American history. Topics covered include the emergence...more
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Discover a curated selection of documentaries and resources that delve into significant political events, movements, and figures in American history. Topics covered include the emergence of political parties in the early republic, the strategies of the women's suffrage movement, the enactment of the 25th Amendment, and the findings of the Kerner Commission on 1960s civil unrest. These materials provide valuable insights to enhance lessons and engage students in understanding the complexities of the U.S. political landscape.
tag(s): cold war (39), kennedy (25), mccarthyism (2), politics (122), presidents (151), roosevelt (16), space (251), womens suffrage (64)
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After watching a short clip on a historical political event (ex., the women's suffrage movement or the emergence of political parties), have students choose 3-5 objects, quotes, or images they'd place in a time capsule to represent that moment. Have students analyze how a documentary clip presents a political issue, such as civil unrest or voting rights, focusing on tone, imagery, and historical context. They answer guided questions or write a reflection. After exploring historical movements such as women's suffrage or civil rights, students can create a plan for a modern social or political movement, including its goals, slogans, and strategies. Students research early U.S. political parties featured in the collection and compare their platforms with today's major parties. They present findings through infographics using Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here or Canva Infographic Maker, reviewed here.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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American Experience: Civil Rights - PBS LearningMedia
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9 to 12
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The American Experience: Civil Rights collection presents a comprehensive set of documentaries and resources that examine pivotal events, key leaders, and significant turning points...more
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The American Experience: Civil Rights collection presents a comprehensive set of documentaries and resources that examine pivotal events, key leaders, and significant turning points in the American civil rights movement. This middle and high school classrooms collection provides historical footage, primary sources, and expert interviews to deepen students' understanding of the fight for racial justice in the United States. Some materials contain sensitive content--including images and language reflecting the realities of discrimination and violence--making it essential for teachers to preview resources and provide appropriate context and support during classroom use.
tag(s): civics (129), civil rights (221), racism (81)
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Select 6-8 key videos or images from the collection and post them around the room with short discussion prompts. Students rotate in small groups, viewing each and responding on sticky notes or in journals. Students choose a civil rights leader featured in the collection (ex., Rosa Parks, John Lewis, or Fannie Lou Hamer) and create a character map using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here or MindMup reviewed here that includes the person's motivations, actions, challenges, and legacy. Students watch a short documentary segment and analyze how film techniques (music, narration, visuals) shape viewer understanding. They answer guided questions about the historical content and storytelling strategies. Students write a letter from the perspective of someone living during the civil rights era -- such as an activist, student, or community member -- reacting to a key event, such as the March on Washington.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Gilded Age - PBS LearningMedia
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9 to 12
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Step back into one of the most transformative and turbulent periods in American history with PBS LearningMedia's American Experience: The Gilded Age collection. This curated set of...more
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Step back into one of the most transformative and turbulent periods in American history with PBS LearningMedia's American Experience: The Gilded Age collection. This curated set of free, classroom-ready resources offers teachers a dynamic way to explore the rapid industrial growth, political upheaval, and social inequality that defined the late 19th century. Featuring documentary clips, primary source sets, and lesson-ready materials, the collection brings to life key figures like Andrew Carnegie, J.P. Morgan, and Mary Elizabeth Lease, while examining the era's lasting impact on labor, wealth, and democracy.
tag(s): industrialization (12)
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Students can complete the lesson available from PBS. Students can use Sutori reviewed here to create a timeline of the period. Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast the Gilded Age to another period in United States history.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Timeline: Causes of the American Revolution - WGBH
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6 to 12
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Discover a dynamic tool to explore the sequence of British policy changes that led American colonists to seek independence. This resource enables students to explore key events, thereby...more
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Discover a dynamic tool to explore the sequence of British policy changes that led American colonists to seek independence. This resource enables students to explore key events, thereby enhancing their understanding of the escalating tensions between Britain and its American colonies. By examining the timeline, students can critically analyze the impact of each policy decision and its role in the path to revolution.
tag(s): american revolution (91), colonial america (95), timelines (60)
In the Classroom
Have students research and add 2-3 events they believe belong on the timeline, justifying their choices with historical sources. Assign students to compare one colonial grievance to a modern-day protest or policy debate, drawing parallels in the cause, public reaction, and resolution. Challenge students to choose one timeline event and write a script for a news broadcast from the colonists' perspective. They can record it using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here or Mootion, reviewed here. Using the timeline entries, have students create a cause-and-effect map using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here that links specific British policies (ex., Stamp Act, Tea Act) with colonial responses (ex., boycotts, protests).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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American Experiences: Biographies - PBS LearningMedia
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3 to 12
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The "American Experience: Biographies" collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a curated selection of documentaries and resources that delve into the lives and contributions...more
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The "American Experience: Biographies" collection on PBS LearningMedia offers educators a curated selection of documentaries and resources that delve into the lives and contributions of influential figures in American history. Notable individuals featured include Ulysses S. Grant, Frederick Douglass, Mark Twain, and Harry S. Truman. This collection Covers diverse individuals from various eras and fields, and provides valuable materials to enhance lessons and engage students in exploring the personal stories that have shaped the nation's past.
tag(s): biographies (96), famous people (40), kennedy (25), mark twain (9), railroads (17), roosevelt (16)
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Select 5-6 figures from the collection and provide students with brief, intriguing clues about each person's life. Students can guess who each person is before viewing the corresponding video segments. Have students write and perform a mock interview with one of the featured individuals, using facts from the collection to script questions and answers. Students can select a modern figure, compare their life, work, and impact to one historical figure from the collection, and present their findings in a Venn diagram using Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here. After watching a documentary clip, students can create a timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here or Padlet, reviewed here highlighting the person's early life, achievements, challenges, and legacy.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Open Canopy - Project Zero
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K to 12
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The Open Canopy, part of the Out of Eden Learn platform, is an engaging online forum designed for students in a wide range of grade levels. It offers 8-12 week ...more
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The Open Canopy, part of the Out of Eden Learn platform, is an engaging online forum designed for students in a wide range of grade levels. It offers 8-12 week "learning journeys" that encourage students from around the world to explore different cultures, share their perspectives, and engage in meaningful discussions. By seeing assignments completed by peers from diverse backgrounds, students gain a broader understanding of global perspectives. The platform promotes respectful dialogue, cultural awareness, and reflection, enabling young learners to develop empathy and effective communication skills. With clear community guidelines and an emphasis on belonging and accountability, The Open Canopy provides a safe, educational space where students can connect, collaborate, and grow as global citizens.
tag(s): communication (126), cultures (290), digital citizenship (109), diversity (56), empathy (69), perspective (33)
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Assign students to create a story map of their own lives or family histories, inspired by Paul Salopek's journey. They can use a digital tool such as Google My Maps, reviewed here or Padlet, reviewed here or a physical map to highlight meaningful locations and experiences. If students interact with peers on The Open Canopy, they can develop follow-up questions and create video or written responses to continue cross-cultural conversations. Consider making a shared Padlet to communicate back-and-forth. Students can complete a learning journey activity from The Open Canopy and compare their responses with those from students in other countries. This can lead to class discussions about different cultures, traditions, and perspectives.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Escape the Room! Classroom Games - Active History
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6 to 12
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ActiveHistory's "Escape the Room! Classroom Games" offer educators an innovative way to immerse students in historical learning through interactive, puzzle-based scenarios. These activities...more
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ActiveHistory's "Escape the Room! Classroom Games" offer educators an innovative way to immerse students in historical learning through interactive, puzzle-based scenarios. These activities challenge learners to collaborate and apply their historical knowledge to solve missions within a set timeframe. Each escape room includes a compelling storyline, a series of tasks linked to historical events, and a final mission that synthesizes the lesson's objectives. Topics span a wide range of historical periods, including the Black Death, Imperial Rome, and the Cold War, allowing teachers to select scenarios that align with their curriculum.
tag(s): cold war (39), digital escapes (30), romans (52)
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Students can participate in the digital escape rooms. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to share the information that they learned. Students can create their own escape room after finishing a topic by using Google Forms reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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History.com - History.com
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K to 12
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The History Channel website is a rich resource for teachers, offering a wide variety of articles, videos, lesson plans, and interactive content on historical events, famous figures,...more
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The History Channel website is a rich resource for teachers, offering a wide variety of articles, videos, lesson plans, and interactive content on historical events, famous figures, and cultural movements. It provides engaging materials across different time periods and topics, making it a valuable tool for social studies, history, and civics lessons. Teachers can use its documentaries, primary source collections, and quizzes to enhance classroom discussions and encourage critical thinking. The site is great for bringing history to life with multimedia content that supports diverse learning styles. Some of the videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): cold war (39), colonial america (95), great depression (32), holidays (282), immigration (85), space (251), womenchangemaker (80), world war 1 (86), world war 2 (166)
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Use virtual tours or videos from the History Channel to explore historical landmarks or events. Afterward, students can write a reflection or compare and contrast the historical site with others they've studied in class and use Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here to make a diagram showing their findings. Students can compare a History Channel documentary to other historical depictions in the media, analyzing the accuracy and bias of each. Have students create a multimedia project using Adobe Express Video Maker reviewed here that either supports or critiques a historical portrayal, using History Channel resources as a reference point.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Hear Here! Podcasts - WSKG
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K to 5
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WSKG's "Hear Here!" series is a collection of engaging audio stories that bring history, culture, and personal narratives to life. Designed for educators, this resource offers firsthand...more
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WSKG's "Hear Here!" series is a collection of engaging audio stories that bring history, culture, and personal narratives to life. Designed for educators, this resource offers firsthand accounts and historical perspectives on a variety of topics, making it a valuable tool for enriching classroom discussions. Teachers can use these audio segments to build listening comprehension skills, initiate critical thinking, and connect students with diverse voices and experiences. The website also includes lesson plans and discussion prompts to help integrate these stories into English Language Arts (ELA), social studies, and media literacy instruction.
tag(s): cultures (290), digital storytelling (173), listening (119), oral history (13), perspective (33), podcasts (170)
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Play an episode and have students draw or write about how the music makes them feel. Then, discuss how different sounds tell stories and set moods. Set up listening stations featuring different music genres from the series. Students can rotate, take notes on what they hear, and compare the elements of each genre to one another. In small groups, students can create a short story and add sound effects or simple rhythms to bring it to life, inspired by the podcast's themes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Top 5 Incan Inventions - HowStuffWorks
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5 to 8
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This article explores the remarkable innovations of the Inca civilization, which thrived in the Andes Mountains from 1438 until the Spanish conquest in 1532. Despite lacking currency,...more
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This article explores the remarkable innovations of the Inca civilization, which thrived in the Andes Mountains from 1438 until the Spanish conquest in 1532. Despite lacking currency, the wheel, or a written language, the Incas developed sophisticated technologies that supported their expansive empire.
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tag(s): inventors and inventions (89), south america (80)
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Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post information that they learned. Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast Inca's advancements to other civilizations. Students can use Buzzsprout reviewed here to narrate one of the inventions while showing images of the invention.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ghosts of Machu Picchu - PBS Nova
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5 to 12
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The PBS NOVA "Ghosts of Machu Picchu" lesson plan offers a media-rich exploration of the Inca civilization, focusing on the engineering marvel of Machu Picchu. Designed for middle and...more
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The PBS NOVA "Ghosts of Machu Picchu" lesson plan offers a media-rich exploration of the Inca civilization, focusing on the engineering marvel of Machu Picchu. Designed for middle and high school students, it includes video clips, articles, and interactive activities that delve into Inca history, architecture, and technology. Students can investigate topics such as the Incas' construction techniques, the use of khipu for record-keeping, and the reasons behind Machu Picchu's abandonment. The resource also provides opportunities to explore careers in archaeology and engineering.
tag(s): architecture (83), engineering (141), south america (80)
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Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post questions that they still have about Incan civilization. Students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to visit the location. Finally, students can use Figma reviewed here to compare and contrast Incan civilizations to other civilizations.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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15 Of The Best Children's Books About Mali - Our Ancestories
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Our Ancestories' blog post, 15 of the Best Children's Books About Mali, provides a well-rounded selection of engaging books that introduce young readers to Mali's rich history,...more
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Our Ancestories' blog post, 15 of the Best Children's Books About Mali, provides a well-rounded selection of engaging books that introduce young readers to Mali's rich history, culture, and traditions. The list includes both fiction and nonfiction titles, covering topics such as the ancient Mali Empire, the legendary ruler Mansa Musa, and traditional Malian storytelling. Each book is accompanied by a brief description to help educators and parents choose age-appropriate reads. This resource is an excellent tool for bringing diverse perspectives into the classroom and fostering a deeper understanding of Mali's heritage.
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tag(s): africa (162), book lists (163), cultures (290), diversity (56), perspective (33)
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Read a picture book about Mali, such as Emmanuel's Dream or The Magic Gourd, and have students create a story map using Story Map, reviewed here or a paper map identifying key elements: setting (Mali), characters, problem, and solution. Play traditional Malian music (such as kora or djembe drumming) to inspire students to create art similar to Malian culture, such as bogolanfini (mud cloth) patterns or masks. Students imagine they are living in Mali and write a letter to a friend, describing their daily life, traditions, and experiences in Mali. After reading a nonfiction book about Mali, have students compare daily life in Mali to their own in a Venn Diagram on paper or using Venn Diagram Creator reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Race Relations in the 1930s and 1940s - Library of Congress
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6 to 12
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The Library of Congress website on Race Relations in the 1930s and 1940s offers a curated collection of primary sources that help students explore the complex realities of race in ...more
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The Library of Congress website on Race Relations in the 1930s and 1940s offers a curated collection of primary sources that help students explore the complex realities of race in America during the Great Depression and World War II. This section features photographs, documents, and newspaper articles that reflects the experiences of African Americans and other marginalized communities including segregation, labor struggles, military service, and daily life. Designed for classroom use, these materials support historical inquiry and critical thinking, making them ideal for middle and high school U.S. history or social studies lessons.
tag(s): african american (129), black history (131), civil rights (221), segregation (20)
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Have students select a photograph or document from the collection and complete a primary source analysis worksheet, focusing on context, audience, message, and historical significance. Using the primary sources, have students design a 1930s or 1940s-style newspaper front page reporting using templates on Canva Edu, reviewed here on an event or issue related to race relations, incorporating headlines, images, and articles. Ask students to write a fictional first-person account (as a soldier, worker, or community member) based on evidence from the sources, giving voice to underrepresented perspectives of the time.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Eyes on the Prize - PBS Learning Media
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Experience the heart of the American Civil Rights Movement through Eyes on the Prize, an acclaimed documentary series produced by Henry Hampton's Blackside and first aired in 1987....more
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Experience the heart of the American Civil Rights Movement through Eyes on the Prize, an acclaimed documentary series produced by Henry Hampton's Blackside and first aired in 1987. Spanning approximately 14 hours over 20 episodes, this powerful series traces the movement from the 1954 Brown v. Board of Education decision through to the Voting Rights Act, highlighting the courage of ordinary individuals who brought about extraordinary change. The PBS website offers streaming access, full transcripts, film credits, a historical timeline, an image gallery, and supplemental resources -- making it an excellent tool for classroom instruction and discussion. Find the videos here Eyes on the Prize.
tag(s): african american (129), black history (131), civil rights (221), segregation (20)
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Assign students civil rights leaders or everyday individuals featured in the documentary. Students will research their background, contributions, and challenges, then present their findings as first-person narratives or digital posters using DesignCap Poster Creator, reviewed here. Use transcripts or footage from the series to practice analyzing primary sources. Students can identify the point of view, tone, historical context, and intended audience. Students can compare a civil rights issue covered in the series (e.g., voting rights, school integration) with a modern-day counterpart. They should analyze similarities, differences, and ongoing challenges, and share their findings in a short essay or presentation using Visme, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AFT Human Rights Resources: The Legacy of Nelson Mandela - AFT Human Rights Resources
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The Legacy of Nelson Mandela is a free lesson that explores his life and career. The lesson is divided into four steps: Hook, The Meaning of Leadership, Videos and Other ...more
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The Legacy of Nelson Mandela is a free lesson that explores his life and career. The lesson is divided into four steps: Hook, The Meaning of Leadership, Videos and Other Teachers' Resources (including Standards-Based Exercises and What Students Can Do). In the Standards-Based Exercises, there are multiple activities including: Lesson in Leadership, Mandela: Hero or Villain?, Comparing the Words of Mandela, Martin Luther King Jr., and more. At the bottom of the website, you will find Additional Resources to learn more about Nelson Mandela.
tag(s): Nelson Mandela (29)
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Students can use Google Drawings, reviewed here to compare and contrast Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King Jr. Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post whether they believe Nelson Mandela is a hero and why. Finally, students can use TagCrowd, reviewed here to create a word cloud to define leadership.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Teaching Nelson Mandela: Learning Experiences and Lessons to Support Grades 7-12 Classrooms - Canadian Museum for Human Rights: Brock University
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Teaching Nelson Mandela: Learning Experiences and Lessons to Support Grades 7-12 Classrooms offers a variety of lessons about Nelson Mandela and South Africa. Some lessons include Apartheid...more
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Teaching Nelson Mandela: Learning Experiences and Lessons to Support Grades 7-12 Classrooms offers a variety of lessons about Nelson Mandela and South Africa. Some lessons include Apartheid as a Social Policy, Apartheid Laws and Resistance, Documentary and Biography: A Lens for Studying Life Stories, Communicating a Message, and more. Each lesson gives the grade level, time, objectives, procedure, list of materials, and links to resources. Some lessons include follow-up activities and questions to reinforce learning.
tag(s): Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (31)
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Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to share one fact that they learned about Nelson Mandela. Students can use the Time Graphics Timeline Tool, reviewed here to create a timeline of events for apartheid. Finally, students can create a word cloud using WordClouds, reviewed here to share a word associated with Nelson Mandela.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nelson Mandela Fast Facts - CNN
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6 to 12
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CNN's Nelson Mandela Fast Facts offers an easy-to-read timeline about the life of Nelson Mandela. The timeline is broken down into Personal, Other Facts, and Timeline. ...more
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CNN's Nelson Mandela Fast Facts offers an easy-to-read timeline about the life of Nelson Mandela. The timeline is broken down into Personal, Other Facts, and Timeline.
tag(s): black history (131), Nelson Mandela (29), south africa (31)
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Students can use Kidrex, reviewed here to research more about the events mentioned in the timeline. Students can use Figma, reviewed here to compare and contrast Nelson Mandela to another historical figure. Finally, students can use Google My Maps, reviewed here to visit South Africa.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Uncovering Loyalties - iCivics Inc.
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Uncovering Loyalties is an engaging iCivics role-play game set in Williamsburg, Virginia in 1774. Students explore the town, interact with young people from different backgrounds, and...more
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Uncovering Loyalties is an engaging iCivics role-play game set in Williamsburg, Virginia in 1774. Students explore the town, interact with young people from different backgrounds, and walk in their shoes as Loyalists or Patriots. Throughout gameplay, students learn to explain connections in historical contexts; explore why individuals and groups held differing perspectives during the same period, and apply critical-thinking skills to organize and use information acquired from a variety of sources. The game also helps students understand how political, religious, and economic ideas and interests led to the American Revolutionary War. Teachers can enhance the experience using a free Extension Pack, complete with a lesson plan, student handouts, and Google Slides available from the iCivics "Teach" section.
tag(s): american revolution (91), civics (129), game based learning (316), williamsburg (8)
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Using chart paper or a digital tool like Padlet, reviewed here or Canva, reviewed here, have students create a visual map showing how political, religious, and economic ideas and events led to the American Revolution. Ask students to research whether there were Loyalists or Patriots in their own state or region during the Revolutionary War. They can present their findings in a poster using DesignCap Poster Creator, reviewed here, a slide show using Google Slides, reviewed here, or a brief documentary-style video using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here to connect national events to local history. Provide students with quotes, images, and short passages from primary sources and have them sort the evidence into categories that reflect political, religious, and economic motivations for either loyalty or rebellion. Then, students use evidence to explain differing colonial perspectives.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Virtual Museum Tour - Museum of the American Revolution
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4 to 12
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The Museum of the American Revolution's Virtual Museum Tour offers an immersive online experience featuring 360-degree panoramic views of its galleries, high-resolution images of artifacts,...more
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The Museum of the American Revolution's Virtual Museum Tour offers an immersive online experience featuring 360-degree panoramic views of its galleries, high-resolution images of artifacts, and optional guided audio narration. The tour is divided into themed sections, such as the Liberty Tree, Washington's Field Headquarters, and various exhibits that highlight diverse voices, including those of women, Native Americans, and both free and enslaved people. Students can explore detailed scenes and stories that trace the journey from the start of the Revolution to the founding of a new nation. However, since the tour includes embedded YouTube videos, any school district that blocks YouTube will prevent access to those video components.
tag(s): american revolution (91), virtual field trips (142)
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Create a scavenger hunt where students search the virtual museum for key artifacts, symbols (like the Liberty Tree), or quotes. Students can work in pairs to answer guiding questions tied to historical themes. After exploring a section of the museum, have students write journal entries from the point of view of a historical figure they encountered, such as a soldier, a Loyalist, a woman in wartime, or an enslaved person seeking freedom. Students can design their own mini "virtual exhibit" using images, text, and narration to showcase what they believe are the most important parts of the American Revolution, inspired by the museum's layout. This can be done using tools like Google Slides reviewed here or Canva Edu reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Revolutionary Choices - The American Revolution Institute
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Step into history--and make pivotal decisions! The American Revolution Institute's Revolutionary Choices game and companion app immerse students in the real-life challenges of the Revolutionary...more
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Step into history--and make pivotal decisions! The American Revolution Institute's Revolutionary Choices game and companion app immerse students in the real-life challenges of the Revolutionary War. Starting with Lexington and Concord, players must make tough choices, such as financing the army, securing French support, and managing Loyalist tensions, while staying true to the ideals of liberty and unity. Available for free on desktop, iOS, and Android, the game includes over 150 scenarios and 24 key battles. A classroom guide helps teachers integrate gameplay with historical analysis, encouraging students to explore the complex political, military, and moral dilemmas faced by revolutionaries.
tag(s): american revolution (91), game based learning (316), simulations (47)
In the Classroom
Begin by having students play through a short session of Revolutionary Choices. Then lead a class discussion using questions like: "What choice was the hardest to make?", " Why?", or "What surprised you about the consequences?" Have students design their own Revolutionary Choices scenario based on a lesser-known event or dilemma from the Revolutionary War. They must create a decision, 2-3 options, and realistic outcomes grounded in historical research. Assign students roles such as George Washington, a Patriot soldier, a Loyalist, or a member of the Continental Congress, and have them research and present how their historical figure would have responded to the types of decisions faced in the game.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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