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Zitkala-Sa/Gertrude Simmons Bonnin - Unladylike 2020
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6 to 12
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Introduce your students to the inspiring life of Zitkala-Sa (Gertrude Simmons Bonnin), a Yankton Dakota writer, musician, and political activist. This resource delves into her journey...more
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Introduce your students to the inspiring life of Zitkala-Sa (Gertrude Simmons Bonnin), a Yankton Dakota writer, musician, and political activist. This resource delves into her journey from attending a Quaker missionary-run boarding school at age eight to becoming a powerful advocate for Native American rights. Zitkala-Sa co-composed and wrote the libretto for The Sun Dance Opera, the first American Indian opera, and co-founded the National Council of American Indians to lobby for increased political power for American Indians.
tag(s): native americans (130), politics (124), women (189), womenchangemaker (78)
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Have students read one of Zitkala-Sa/Gertrude Simmons Bonnin's books. Students can listen to her music and use Answer Garden, reviewed here to write down words that they feel as they are listening to her music, then view their word cloud. Finally, students can create a book using Book Creator, reviewed here to create a book of Indigenous rights activists.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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15 Free Infographic Templates in Powerpoint (+ 5 Bonus Illustrator Templates) - HubSpot
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6 to 12
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HubSpot offers 15 Free Infographic Templates in Powerpoint (+ 5 Bonus Illustrator Templates). To access the templates, you must fill in the required information, including first and...more
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HubSpot offers 15 Free Infographic Templates in Powerpoint (+ 5 Bonus Illustrator Templates). To access the templates, you must fill in the required information, including first and last name, e-mail address, phone number, and number of employees. The templates featured are facts about trees, flowcharts, timelines, data geeks, image-heavy infographics, alternative fonts, and more.
tag(s): infographics (70)
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Students can use the infographics provided by HubSpot. Students can create an infographic using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here. Students can record themselves sharing their infographics using Free Screen Recorder Online, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Washington Crossing the Delaware Painting: Mount Vernon - PBS LearningMedia
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4 to 10
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The PBS LearningMedia resource "Washington Crossing the Delaware" offers a short, accessible video that introduces students to Emanuel Leutze's famous 1851 painting and explores its...more
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The PBS LearningMedia resource "Washington Crossing the Delaware" offers a short, accessible video that introduces students to Emanuel Leutze's famous 1851 painting and explores its historical and symbolic significance. The video highlights how the artwork was intended to inspire unity and patriotism, especially during times of national division. The resource is designed for classroom use and includes discussion questions and background information to support historical thinking and visual analysis skills. It's an excellent tool for helping students understand how art can reflect and influence public perceptions of historical events.
tag(s): art history (104), presidents (151), washington (33)
In the Classroom
Show the painting without context and have students write short reactions or questions on sticky notes. Then, play the video and discuss how their initial impressions compare to what they learned. While watching the video, students can take notes on symbols in the painting (ex., the flag, Washington's posture, ice chunks) and then research what each might represent. Students find or create a modern artwork that conveys a message about unity, leadership, or patriotism, then compare it to Leutze's painting.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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American Experience - American Presidents - PBS Learning: American Presidents
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6 to 12
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View a collection of videos, documents, and a media gallery. Videos and Media Galleries include topics such as: The 25th Amendment: Reagan - Primary Resources: Reagan's Farewell Speech,...more
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View a collection of videos, documents, and a media gallery. Videos and Media Galleries include topics such as: The 25th Amendment: Reagan - Primary Resources: Reagan's Farewell Speech, The Presidents - Primary Sources: Eisenhower's State of the Union Address -1954, Mending a Constitutional Flaw, The Watergate Scandal and the 25th Amendment, President Truman Champions Civil Rights, How 9/11 Changed the Course of the George W. Bush Presidency, 1964: "The Importance of the Civil Rights Act", 1964: "The South Changes Political Parties", Passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and many more. Documents have primary sources on the State of the Union, Inaugural speeches, and farewell speeches. Supporting materials for teachers and students are available. Everything can be shared to Google Classroom or a Social Share (Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, email, or Remind). All lessons are aligned with standards; you can log in (free) to view individual state standards.
tag(s): 1980s (21), presidents (151)
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Students can complete the lesson that is available for each topic. Students can use the Time Graphic Timeline Tool, reviewed here to create a timeline of the president's term in office. Students can use Figma, reviewed here to compare and contrast different presidents.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Susan La Flesche Picotte - Futuro Media Group
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4 to 8
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Read about Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte, the first Native American woman to become a doctor in the United States. The website features a short video, timeline, and pictures that ...more
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Read about Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte, the first Native American woman to become a doctor in the United States. The website features a short video, timeline, and pictures that tell her story -- how she helped care for people on the Omaha reservation and even started her own hospital. This site aligns with lessons about Native American history, healthcare, and women who made a difference.
tag(s): medicine (53), native americans (130), women (189), womenchangemaker (78)
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Using facts from the site, have students create a timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here or Timelinely reviewed here of important events in Dr. Picotte's life. Include Picotte's education, becoming a doctor, and founding her hospital. Have students write a thank-you letter to a nurse, doctor, or health worker in their community, connecting their role today to the kind of work Dr. Picotte did in the past. Students can create a poster highlighting the life and legacy of Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte. They include her background, accomplishments, and a quote or reflection. Display posters as part of a "Women Who Made a Difference" gallery.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nosotros: The Rise of Latino Influence in the US - MoCoCouncilMD
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5 to 12
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This video commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring local Hispanic and Latino residents who have made significant contributions to their community. The video features the Arbaiza...more
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This video commemorates Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring local Hispanic and Latino residents who have made significant contributions to their community. The video features the Arbaiza family, owners of La Casita Pupuseria; Pedro Matamoros of Frank's Burger Place; Tom Perez from the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs; Lt. Kathy Estrada of the Montgomery County Police Department; and Carlos Repreza of the Street Outreach Network. This video serves as an excellent tool to highlight the diverse roles and positive impacts of Hispanic and Latino individuals in various sectors, including business, public service, and community outreach. It can be used to foster discussions on civic engagement, cultural identity, and the importance of community contributions. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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tag(s): communities (40), cross cultural understanding (178), hispanic (54)
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Students can research a Hispanic or Latino community leader in their own state or region and complete a slideshow using Genially, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here. Or have them reflect on how they might one day contribute to their community like the people in the video, and use these resources to create a presentation about it. As a class or in small groups, brainstorm questions and interview a Hispanic/Latino community member (virtually or in person).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Thinksgiving - Van Andel Institute for Education
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K to 8
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Van Andel Institute for Education provides four free "Thinkgiving" lessons designed to promote gratitude, self-reflection, and curiosity. The topics include STEM Parade, Think Outside...more
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Van Andel Institute for Education provides four free "Thinkgiving" lessons designed to promote gratitude, self-reflection, and curiosity. The topics include STEM Parade, Think Outside Yourself, Think Inside Yourself, and The World of the First Thanksgiving. The lessons encourage students to explore big ideas in engaging ways. Each topic includes three separate lessons that are organized by grade bands: K-2, 3-5, and 6-8. The activities link to a Google Slides presentation that includes a teacher guide, estimated time, targeted skills, and reflection prompts.
tag(s): holidays (285), STEM (368), thanksgiving (25)
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Students can use Figma, reviewed here to compare and contrast Thanksgiving from long ago to now. Students can use Book Creator, reviewed here to create a class book after completing the perfect Thanksgiving meal. Finally, students can post what they are thankful for on Padlet, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Martha Hughes Cannon - Unladylike 2020
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6 to 12
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Learn the inspiring story of Martha Hughes Cannon, the first woman elected as a state senator and a trailblazer in public health. The site includes a 12-minute PBS video, an ...more
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Learn the inspiring story of Martha Hughes Cannon, the first woman elected as a state senator and a trailblazer in public health. The site includes a 12-minute PBS video, an in-depth biography, and a historical timeline. Educators can explore the content through a lesson plan format linked to PBS LearningMedia, with access to teacher and student resources, including discussion questions, vocabulary, and materials designed for diverse learners.
tag(s): senate (11), women (189), womenchangemaker (78)
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Students can use History in Motion, reviewed here to create a timeline of other women State Senators. Students can use Kidrex reviewed here to research more about the public health work that Martha Hughes Cannon did. Finally, students can use Google Drawings reviewed here to compare and contrast Martha Hughes Cannon to another woman State Senator.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Washington Crossing the Delaware - WGBH
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4 to 10
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Discover an engaging exploration of Emanuel Leutze's iconic 1851 painting. Students can explore various aspects of the artwork through labeled sections and informative layers, gaining...more
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Discover an engaging exploration of Emanuel Leutze's iconic 1851 painting. Students can explore various aspects of the artwork through labeled sections and informative layers, gaining insight into the historical context and the diverse individuals represented. This resource serves as a valuable educational tool, encouraging students to analyze art to gain a deeper understanding of historical events and figures.
tag(s): art history (104), presidents (151), washington (33)
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Have students select a figure from the painting (using the labeled sections on the site) and write a journal entry or short narrative from that person's point of view. Using the interactive commentary on historical accuracy, students can make a T-chart using Online Productivity Suite, reviewed here comparing facts vs. artistic choices in the painting. Students recreate the scene with a modern twist--imagining a different setting, era, or group of people crossing for a cause. They can draw, write, or perform their reinterpretation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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American Experience: School Integration - PBS LearningMedia
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9 to 12
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The American Experience: School Integration collection provides educators with a curated selection of documentaries and educational resources that explore the complex and often challenging...more
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The American Experience: School Integration collection provides educators with a curated selection of documentaries and educational resources that explore the complex and often challenging history of school desegregation in the United States. Topics include the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, the experiences of the Little Rock Nine, and the broader national struggle for educational equity during the civil rights era. Some of the materials contain sensitive content, including depictions of racism and social unrest, and should be reviewed for age-appropriateness before classroom use. These powerful stories and primary sources support critical discussions about justice, equity, and historical change.
tag(s): 1950s (33), civil rights (214), racism (80), segregation (20)
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Show students historical photos from the integration era (such as the Little Rock Nine or protest scenes). Students can analyze what they observe, infer emotions, and compare them to a modern-day school setting. In small groups, have students research key events in school desegregation and create a collaborative timeline (digital, using Timelinely reviewed here, or physical) with brief descriptions and images. Have students research a current issue related to educational equity (ex., school funding, access to AP courses, or discipline disparities) and compare it to challenges faced during desegregation. Inspired by the real stories in the collection, students can create a short video using Powtoon reviewed here or digital story using Genially reviewed here that highlights a person or event from the school integration movement, using historical facts and personal reflection.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Bluesky - Bluesky
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K to 12
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Bluesky is a social media platform similar to X (formerly Twitter). Members post and share content, videos, and images to engage with followers. To engage with others on the platform,...more
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Bluesky is a social media platform similar to X (formerly Twitter). Members post and share content, videos, and images to engage with followers. To engage with others on the platform, members include hashtags like #EduSky and tag others with the @ symbol. Other features include the ability to create personalized feeds and starter packs that help new members find others to follow on the platform.
tag(s): communication (121), microblogging (14), professional development (318), social media (61)
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Include Bluesky with your other resources as part of your Professional Learning Network. For example, follow other Bluesky members who teach the same content or grade level as you to find lesson ideas and ideas for tech integration. Take advantage of starter packs to find members to follow with similar interests. Share your Bluesky handle with parents and share weekly updates about your classroom and upcoming events. Bluesky also serves as a helpful teaching tool. Studying space? Follow NASA. Studying politics and government? Follow your congressional representative or the White House. Consider using your teacher or class account to send updates, interact with others across the country or the globe, and participate in collaborative projects.Edge Features:
Parent permission advised before posting student work created using this tool
Includes Interaction w general public/ public galleries with unmoderated content
Includes social features, such as "friends," comments, ratings by others
Requires registration/log-in (WITH email)
Premium version (not free) includes additional features or storage
Products can be embedded
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Valuing our Veterans - Van Andel Institute for Education
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K to 8
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Van Andel Institute for Education offers free Veterans Day lessons that encourage understanding, gratitude, and respect for those who served. Activities include meeting defenders and...more
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Van Andel Institute for Education offers free Veterans Day lessons that encourage understanding, gratitude, and respect for those who served. Activities include meeting defenders and veterans from throughout the ages, a tour of America's wars, and expressing gratitude to a veteran. Lessons are grouped into kindergarten to grade 2, grades 3 - 5, and grades 6-8. All games are linked to Google Slides that include a teacher overview, the required time, skills, and reflection.
tag(s): veterans (37)
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Students can use Podcast Generator reviewed here to create a thank you podcast for veterans. Students can use Seesaw reviewed here to answer the reflection questions. In addition, students can pick a war and create a timeline of important events using Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Grace Abbott - Unladylike 2020
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6 to 12
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Introduce your students to the groundbreaking work of Grace Abbott, a pioneering social reformer whose legacy continues to influence child welfare and immigrant rights today. The profile...more
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Introduce your students to the groundbreaking work of Grace Abbott, a pioneering social reformer whose legacy continues to influence child welfare and immigrant rights today. The profile on Abbott offers a compelling 9-minute PBS video, an informative biography, and a historical timeline that bring her story to life. As the highest-ranking woman in the U.S. government from 1921 to 1934, Abbott led the Children's Bureau, championing legislation to end child labor and improve maternal and infant health. Her efforts were instrumental in the development of the Social Security Act, laying the foundation for modern social welfare programs. This resource provides educators with valuable materials to explore themes of social justice, public policy, and women's leadership in the early 20th century.
tag(s): 20th century (167), women (189), womenchangemaker (78)
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Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to take notes while watching the video. Students can use Figma reviewed here to compare Grace Abbott to another woman featured on the site. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post questions and comments about Grace Abbott.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution: Primary Documents in American History - Library of Congress
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5 to 12
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This site links viewers to primary resources for the 19th Amendment, where women gained the right to vote. Ratified on August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was first introduced to ...more
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This site links viewers to primary resources for the 19th Amendment, where women gained the right to vote. Ratified on August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was first introduced to Congress in 1878. From the left menu, the Digital Collections offers papers from Carrie Chapman Catt, Clara Barton, and Congressional Publications. There are also External Resources and Print Resources on the left menu. Within the external links is a framework from the National Archive called DocsTeach: Women's Rights and Roles in American History. This is a public resource from the Library of Congress; therefore, no registration is required.
tag(s): 1920s (25), 20th century (167), constitution (102), noregistration (75), primary sources (129), womens suffrage (63)
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Engage students with primary documents by creating a HyperDoc or a Choice Board to explore. Within the external links embedded in this site is a framework from the National Archives called DocsTeach and many more links that can be converted into lesson plans. Teachers can also pair this site with the National Historic Site of Women's Rights. Using Storymap JS, reviewed here ask students to create a timeline of Women's Suffrage, to analyze photographs or summarize a subtopic of the 19th Amendment.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Using Infographics as an Assessment Strategy - Penn State
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Read about how infographics can be a powerful tool for student assessment. Creating infographics encourages students to think critically, use their creativity, retain information for...more
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Read about how infographics can be a powerful tool for student assessment. Creating infographics encourages students to think critically, use their creativity, retain information for longer periods, and enhance their communication skills. The "See it in Practice" section provides real-world examples of how designing infographics helps students identify, analyze, and synthesize misinformation, as well as organize and share their learning in an engaging way.
tag(s): assessment (144), infographics (70)
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Students can create their infographics using Canva Infographic Creator reviewed here while using Kidrex reviewed here to search for information. Students can post questions or comments on the infographic using Padlet reviewed here. Finally, students use Google Keep reviewed here to take notes for the material that will be posted in the infographic.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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217+ Infographics PowerPoint Templates & Slides for Presentations - SlidesModel
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5 to 12
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SlidesModel offers over 200 infographics, PowerPoint templates, & slides for presentations at this free site. Templates are available for PowerPoint and Google Slides with a free account....more
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SlidesModel offers over 200 infographics, PowerPoint templates, & slides for presentations at this free site. Templates are available for PowerPoint and Google Slides with a free account. The free account includes free weekly slides and over one hundred fifty PowerPoint templates. Infographics templates include overlapping circles, 4-step business models, animated infographics, business agreements, and more.
tag(s): infographics (70)
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Students can download one infographic to customize for classroom assignments. Students can use Canva Edu, reviewed here to create their own infographics. Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post their infographics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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American Experience: The Natural Environment - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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The "American Experience: The Natural Environment" collection provides educators with a curated selection of documentaries and resources that examine pivotal environmental events and...more
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The "American Experience: The Natural Environment" collection provides educators with a curated selection of documentaries and resources that examine pivotal environmental events and movements in American history. Topics covered include the fight over water rights in California's Owens Valley, the environmental advocacy of biologist Rachel Carson and her seminal work Silent Spring, and the impact of industrialization on natural landscapes. These materials provide valuable insights to enhance classroom discussions on environmental history and policy.
tag(s): california (18), earth day (62), environment (254), roosevelt (16), water (105)
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After viewing a clip about Rachel Carson, students can create an informational poster using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here or digital slides using Google Slides, reviewed here highlighting her contributions, the environmental movement she inspired, and modern parallels. Students are assigned roles (ex., conservationist, industrialist, community member) to debate an environmental policy decision from one of the featured stories. Inspired by historical environmental activism, students can create a podcast, using Buzzsprout, reviewed here or Spotify for Podcasters, reviewed here addressing a current environmental issue in their community or globally.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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American Experience: Government - PBS LearningMedia
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The American Experience: U.S. Government collection offers educators a diverse range of video clips, documentaries, and lesson resources that explore the foundations, functions, and...more
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The American Experience: U.S. Government collection offers educators a diverse range of video clips, documentaries, and lesson resources that explore the foundations, functions, and evolution of the American government. Designed for middle and high school students, the collection features engaging content on topics such as the Constitution, the presidency, the judicial system, civil rights, and landmark legislation. These materials help bring history and civics to life through real-world examples and historical narratives, supporting teachers in fostering civic understanding and critical thinking in the classroom.
tag(s): atomic bomb (7), bill of rights (37), branches of government (65), civics (128), coal (6), cold war (38), courts (24), presidents (151), stock market (13), vietnam (40), world war 1 (85), world war 2 (167)
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In small groups, have students role-play founding delegates and "reimagine" part of the Constitution for today's world, using background knowledge from the videos. After exploring a short video clip on a U.S. government topic (ex., branches of government or the Bill of Rights), students can summarize what they learned in a one-minute oral presentation or written response. Students can choose a civic issue (voting rights, checks and balances, due process) and create a short video using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here or Clipchamp, reviewed here explaining its importance, using inspiration and facts from the collection.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Margaret Chung - Unladylike 2020
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6 to 12
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Introduce your students to the remarkable life of Dr. Margaret Chung, the first American-born Chinese woman to become a physician. Graduating from the University of Southern California...more
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Introduce your students to the remarkable life of Dr. Margaret Chung, the first American-born Chinese woman to become a physician. Graduating from the University of Southern California Medical School in 1916, Dr. Chung overcame significant racial and gender barriers to establish a successful medical career. She founded one of the first Western medical clinics in San Francisco's Chinatown and became affectionately known as "Mom Chung" to over 1,500 servicemen during World War II, whom she supported through mentorship and care. Dr. Chung also played a pivotal role in advocating for the creation of the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES), the women's branch of the U.S. Naval Reserve. This resource includes a 10-minute PBS video, a comprehensive biography, and a timeline of her achievements.
tag(s): women (189), womenchangemaker (78), world war 2 (167)
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Students can document the medical accomplishments of Margaret Chung using Canva's Timeline Infographic Templates reviewed here. Students can research the various timeline periods/wars that Margaret Chung lived through by using Kiddle reviewed here. Students can learn more about the comic book "Real Heroes," which features Margaret Chung.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Infographics - Showeet
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Showeet is a valuable resource for educators seeking to enhance their presentations with visually engaging materials. The website offers a wide array of free, professionally designed...more
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Showeet is a valuable resource for educators seeking to enhance their presentations with visually engaging materials. The website offers a wide array of free, professionally designed templates compatible with both PowerPoint and Google Slides. These templates encompass various categories, including infographics, charts, diagrams, maps, and more, making them suitable for diverse educational topics. Each template is fully editable, allowing teachers to customize content to align with their lesson objectives and student needs. Note that this site has many advertisements; therefore, be careful when you click.
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Students can use a template from Showeet. Students can use Kiddle reviewed here to find information to post into their infographics. Students can use Dotstorming reviewed here to vote on which infographic is the most informative.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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