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SS.912.A.1.AP.7 | Describe selected socio-cultural aspects of American life, such as the arts, artifacts, literature, education, and publications. |
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American Citizens and American Art | In this lesson, students will research and describe the connection between American artists, art, and civic and political participation. |
Zora Neale Hurston and the WPA in Florida: Zora Neale Hurston, the WPA and the Cross City Turpentine Camp | In 1939, Hurston went to Cross City in Dixie County, Florida, to interview workers of the Aycock and Lindsay turpentine camp. Turpentine camps were isolated and known for their terrible working conditions and abuses. It was unusual for a writer to be allowed in to gather information. Hurston's essay, entitled "," is one of the few firsthand accounts written about the lives of the turpentine workers. In this lesson, students will examine the essay, "" as a primary source document using the document analysis worksheet from the National Archives. |
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Booker T. and W.E.B. (Part 2) | Learn about Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois and their rivalry of ideas in this interactive tutorial. Both men were African-American leaders during the "nadir" of race relations, but they had very different visions. This is part 2 in a two-part series. CLICK HERE to open Part 1. |
Booker T. and W.E.B. Part 1 (of 2) | In Parts 1 and 2 of this interactive tutorial series, learn about Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois and their rivalry of ideas. Both men were African American leaders during the "Nadir" of race relations, but their visions were very different. CLICK HERE to open Part 2. |
The Progressive Presidency of Theodore Roosevelt: Part 2 (of 2) | In Parts 1 and 2 of this interactive tutorial series, learn about the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. "TR," as he was known, pursued a bold, progressive agenda that transformed America and the presidency. CLICK HERE to open Part 1. |
The Progressive Presidency of Theodore Roosevelt: Part 1 (of 2) | In Parts 1 and 2 of this interactive tutorial series, learn in detail about the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. "TR," as he was known, pursued a bold, progressive agenda that transformed America and the presidency. CLICK HERE to open Part 2. |
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American Girls Aren't Radical Anymore | This informational text resource is intended to support reading in the Social Studies content area. It is most appropriate for 11-12 grade students enrolled in a U.S. History class. |
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The Living Room Candidate | In this resource, you will experience a blast from the past! Go on a journey through U.S. political history as you view various campaign ads from past presidential elections. From the earliest television ads aired in 1952 to ads from 2012, this is a one stop shop with over 300 political commercials available to watch. Each election year contains information to set the context for the collection of commercials, as well as information about the major candidates who ran, and a map that displays the final election results. Enjoy this journey into America's political past! |
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Portraits in Patriotism - Luis Martínez Fernández: Middle - High School | Luis Martínez-Fernández was born at the beginning of the Cuban Revolution. Dr. Martínez-Fernández immigrated to the United States with his family when he was 2 years old after the Bay of Pigs Invasion. His family moved to Lima, Peru after his father was offered employment there. Dr. Martínez-Fernández’s family left Peru after the President of Peru was ousted from power. The new government in Peru concerned Dr. Martínez-Fernández’s father and the family moved to Puerto Rico where they become U.S. Citizens. Dr. Martínez-Fernández moved to the U.S. after graduation from The University of Puerto Rico. He is a Professor of History, an author, and is civically engaged through his nationally syndicated column. |
Uncle Tom's Cabin: Reception & Significance | In this video from Khan Academy, you'll learn about the reception and cultural significance surrounding Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin. The publication of this novel is considered one of the causes of the Civil War. |
Uncle Tom's Cabin: The Influence of the Fugitive Slave Act | In this video from Khan Academy, you'll learn about the political and cultural issues that inspired the writing of Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin. These include the compromise of 1850 and the Fugitive Slave Act. The publication of Uncle Tom's Cabin is considered one of the causes of the Civil War. |
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Booker T. and W.E.B. (Part 2): | Learn about Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois and their rivalry of ideas in this interactive tutorial. Both men were African-American leaders during the "nadir" of race relations, but they had very different visions. This is part 2 in a two-part series. CLICK HERE to open Part 1. |
Booker T. and W.E.B. Part 1 (of 2): | In Parts 1 and 2 of this interactive tutorial series, learn about Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois and their rivalry of ideas. Both men were African American leaders during the "Nadir" of race relations, but their visions were very different. CLICK HERE to open Part 2. |
The Progressive Presidency of Theodore Roosevelt: Part 2 (of 2): | In Parts 1 and 2 of this interactive tutorial series, learn about the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. "TR," as he was known, pursued a bold, progressive agenda that transformed America and the presidency. CLICK HERE to open Part 1. |
The Progressive Presidency of Theodore Roosevelt: Part 1 (of 2): | In Parts 1 and 2 of this interactive tutorial series, learn in detail about the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. "TR," as he was known, pursued a bold, progressive agenda that transformed America and the presidency. CLICK HERE to open Part 2. |
Name | Description |
The Living Room Candidate: | In this resource, you will experience a blast from the past! Go on a journey through U.S. political history as you view various campaign ads from past presidential elections. From the earliest television ads aired in 1952 to ads from 2012, this is a one stop shop with over 300 political commercials available to watch. Each election year contains information to set the context for the collection of commercials, as well as information about the major candidates who ran, and a map that displays the final election results. Enjoy this journey into America's political past! |
Name | Description |
Uncle Tom's Cabin: Reception & Significance: | In this video from Khan Academy, you'll learn about the reception and cultural significance surrounding Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin. The publication of this novel is considered one of the causes of the Civil War. |
Uncle Tom's Cabin: The Influence of the Fugitive Slave Act: | In this video from Khan Academy, you'll learn about the political and cultural issues that inspired the writing of Harriet Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin. These include the compromise of 1850 and the Fugitive Slave Act. The publication of Uncle Tom's Cabin is considered one of the causes of the Civil War. |