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PBS

Pbs: p.o.v.: American Aloha (Hula Beyond Hawaii)

For Students 9th - 10th
"American Aloha" documents the work of three master teachers of hula who are attempting to preserve the Hawaiian cultural tradition of this unique dance form.
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Professional Doc
Everything ESL

Everything Esl: Help Newcomers Develop Pride in Their Heritage

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Do you know how to use the diversity in your classroom to help your newcomers develop pride in their native languages and cultures? This resource presents ideas for ESL teachers.
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Cultural Heritage at Risk: United States

For Students 9th - 10th
Over 90% of known Native American archaeological sites have already been destroyed or negatively affected by looters, and this process is ongoing. Further work is critical to prevent any more irreparable damage to our past. This article...
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Cultural Heritage at Risk: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
Peru's cultural heritage is extensive and diverse, including important sites and artifacts from the ancient civilizations of the Moche and Nazca. However, these sites are being threatened by vandalism, invasion, looting, and illicit...
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Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs Teachers: The Strength of Native American Music (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson plan about analyzing and discussing the relationship between Native American music, culture, and history in which students learn how music can be a tool for cultural survival. Requires access to an episode from "American Roots...
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Lesson Plan
Everything ESL

Everything Esl: Say "Hello" to the World

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson plan to help students celebrate the many different languages of the world. Students explore different ways to say "hello" in many languages and develop an appreciation for other languages and cultures.