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Pbs: The Perilous Fight: America's World War Ii in Color

For Students 9th - 10th
Online home of the PBS documentary "The Perilous Fight" provides access to an eclectic array of color photographs and films of World War II at home and abroad. Overviews, contextual clues, maps, letters, and similar resources can be...
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Pbs: This Emotional Life: Postpartum Mood Disorders

For Students 9th - 10th
A resource on postpartum depression. Explains what it is, the risk factors, misconceptions about it, the different types and their symptoms, treatment options, the impact on parenting, and how to help yourself if you suffer from it.
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Pbs: This Emotional Life: Forgiveness

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains what forgiveness is and the benefits it offers. Includes anecdotal stories of forgiveness and reconciliation, strategies for forgiving others, and articles.
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Pbs Teachers: Story Writing With Arthur

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st Standards
This series of 12 downloadable activities teach students some basics of story writing, using books or videos from the PBS "Arthur" series as a springboard. Activities include creating story maps, asking questions about characters and...
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The March on Washington and Its Impact : Lesson Plan

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learn about the social conditions in the United States that led up to the Civil Rights Movement. Also, explore peaceful resistance and the immediate impact of the march.
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Pbs: Nova: The Secret Life of Scientists and Engineers

For Students 9th - 10th
This series of videos about inspirational scientists and engineers looks at their passions both inside and outside the laboratory.
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Pbs American Masters: Gore Vidal

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS chronicles the life of the novelist and playwright Gore Vidal. Take a look at the career timeline and watch videotaped interviews. RealPlayer plugin required.
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Pbs American Masters: Muddy Waters

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a look into the life of blues artist Muddy Waters (1913-1983 CE). With an informative biography and an interactive career timeline, you will enjoy learning about this music legend.
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Pbs American Masters: Frank Gehry

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed biographical sketch of award-wininig architect Frank Gehry's life along with information on some of his most admired and influential works.
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Pbs: American Masters: Aaron Copland

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed biography of American composer. Site includes photos and timeline of major works.
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Pbs: American Masters: Alexander Calder

For Students 9th - 10th
From the PBS series, American Masters, this is the biography, a video, and related links for the American abrstract expressionist sculptor Alexander Calder.
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Pbs: American Masters: Dashiell Hammett

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS offers an extensive biography of influential 1920s crime fiction writer Dashiell Hammett, including a list of works, a video clip, photos, a timeline, and more.
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Pbs: American Masters:elia Kazan

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussion on the life of controversial director Elia Kazan, who was a member of the American Communist Party in the McCarthy era. Featured is a timeline of his career and video footage of interviews.
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Pbs: American Masters: Henry Luce

For Students 9th - 10th
Interesting reading material about Henry Luce, founder of 'Time', 'Fortune', 'Sports Illustrated', and 'Life' magazines, who became one of America's leading mass communicators. Includes a career timeline, video clips, and a personal...
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Pbs: American Masters: John James Audubon

For Students 9th - 10th
From the PBS, American Masters series, this is "John James Audubon"; see a clip from a documentary on tha artist, visit an on-line gallery of his work, and read a short biography of the artist.
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Pbs: American Masters: Joni Mitchell

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an excellent resource covering the life and musical career of Joni Mitchell. Be sure to check out the interactive timeline.
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Pbs: American Masters: Louisa May Alcott: The Character of Jo March

For Students 9th - 10th
Jo March, one of the characters in the phenomenally successful classic, Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott, was actually a reflection of Alcott herself. Scenes from the film, 'The Woman Behind 'Little Women', can be viewed online, as...
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Pbs: American Masters: Quincy Jones

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS highlights American Masters in music and provides a thorough biography, feature essay, and career timeline on Jones.
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Pbs: American Masters: Robert Capa

For Students 9th - 10th
A lengthy essay on Robert Capa and one of his early controversial photos. Includes a great timeline of his life as well as video footage from the PBS documentary of Capa's life.
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Pbs: American Masters: Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light

For Students 9th - 10th
Associated with the PBS program, this site contains a biography, a career timeline, video interviews with some of Poitier's fellow actors and an interview with the director of the PBS special. This site provides an in-depth look at the...
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Pbs Teachers: The Hunt for Nazi Scientists: Von Braun's Rockets

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the life and accomplishments of Wernher Von Braun and other Nazi space scientists through this interactive timeline. Discover how he came to the United States in Operation Paperclip and why he is known as the father of the...
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Pbs: Journey to Planet Earth: Hot Zones

For Students 9th - 10th
This online companion to the PBS series "Journey to Planet Earth: Hot Zones" explores how changes in ecosystems can lead to increased risk and transmission of infectious diseases. Highlights include video clips and educational resources.
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Pbs Teachers: Land of Plenty, Land of Want

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This lesson plan encourages students to explore sustainable agriculture. They are asked to identify problems faced in sustainable agriculture and offer possible solutions. A great deal of supplemental activities and information are...
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Pbs: Journey to Planet Earth: On the Brink

For Students 9th - 10th
A part of the PBS series "Journey to Planet Earth," this section examines "how severe environmental problems can lead to political crises and increased hostilities around the world." Includes video clips and educational resources.