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The 1950s:
Teens will get a kick out of this presentation, which provides a glimpse of the consumerism and rising pop culture of 1950's America. They will especially appreciate the discussion of "Teen culture" including the music of Elvis, the...
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Elvis Presley Number Puzzles
In this Elvis Presley Puzzles worksheet, students link to three different puzzles regarding numerical facts concerning the life of Elvis Presley. Complete solutions are provided for each puzzle.
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Elvis Presley Number Puzzle
For this Elvis Presley worksheet, students first determine four numbers form clues about Elvis' life. Next the students use those four numbers to correctly determine nine numbers in a square. Hints as well as a full solution are...
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Knowledge test 4
In this knowledge worksheet, students choose the correct word to complete the sentences about Elvis Presley, Thanksgiving, London, and more. Students complete 10 multiple choice questions.
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Jail House Rock
Students with disabilities are provided with a dance experience. This could be done as an inclusion activity. They dance to Jail House Rock by Elvis Presley.
PBS
Pbs: American Roots Music
If teaching a unit about the history of popular music in America, this PBS web site supporting their four-part TV broadcast of a few years ago would make a great resource. Includes lesson plans and oral histories too.
Other
Hsi: When Elvis Met Nixon
Students examine a photograph and documents from the famous Nixon and Elvis meeting and then determine the cause of the meeting.
History Link
History Link: The 1962 Seattle World's Fair
A history of the Seattle World's Fair held in 1962. Includes in-depth details of exhibits and attendees, including Prince Phillip of England and Elvis Presley. Wonderful pictures of many of the fair's promotional posters.
US National Archives
National Archives: When Nixon Met Elvis
The behind-the-scenes story of the famous 1970 meeting between President Richard Nixon and Elvis Presley, as told through original letters, memoranda, and photographs.
PBS
Pbs Culture Shock: Elvis Presley 1956
Elvis' television appearances shocked the public through his provocative dancing. This site describes the controversy.
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: Echoes of Elvis
Exhibition explores the many depictions of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley.
Other
Famous Singers
Biographical profiles of famous singers in major musical genres. Includes photo and links to snippets of their songs.
Wonderville Media
Wonderville: Elvis
Elvis Presley is considered the "King of rock 'n' roll." Why? Before Elvis, very few people had ever heard of rock 'n' roll. It was a brand-new style of music. He was the first big rock star and made this new style of music popular...
Other
Elvis Presley
The official site for Elvis Presley, from Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. Read a biography, an overview of his achievements, frequently asked questions, and what notable others have said of him. Good explanations of the roots of his...
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: Elvis at 21
View this Smithsonian Institution exhibition of photographs depicting Elvis Presley's rise to stardom.
Yale University
Biographies for Change in a Time of Conformity
Reading non-fiction and perhaps particularly biography is a skill that must be taught. This unit uses the lives of three icons: Elvis Presley, Malcolm X and Rachel Carson to develop this skills. Extensive bibliography for the teacher,...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: America Rocks and Rolls
Read a brief history of rock and roll and its roots. See why this form of music shook the establishment and shattered the idea of conformity.
The Washington Post
The Washington Post: Rock Idol Elvis Presley Dies at 42
This lengthy obituary discusses the life and death of rock and roll legend Elvis Presley.
Other
Elvis.com: About Elvis Presley
This resource presents historical and statistical information concerning the life and career of Elvis Presley. The content includes a biography, an overview of his achievements, related writings, and much more.
Digital Public Library of America
Dpla: Rock 'N' Roll: Beginnings to Woodstock
The resources in this set highlight the artists and sounds that were central to the rock 'n' roll musical genre that contributed to social and cultural change in America beginning in the 1950s.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Elvis Presley
Provides a biography on Elvis Presley and a detailed timeline of important events in his life and career.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography for Kids: Elvis Presley
Study the biography of Elvis Presley including his childhood, Memphis, Sun Records, his rise to fame, movies, military career, fun facts, and personal life on this site.
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National Portrait Gallery: Echoes of Elvis: Portrait of Elvis Presley
Portrait of Elvis Presley.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Elvis With Microphone
Portrait of Elvis Presley, singing, made for a U.S. stamp.