Curated OER
The Kid Who Could Play Tennis
In this reading a biography activity, students first read a six paragraph passage about the tennis player Arthur Ashe. Students answer 8 multiple choice questions about the text. This is an on-line interactive activity.
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Arthur Ashe: Biography
This official Arthur Ashe biography describes his life in detail, from his childhood in Virginia to his record-breaking career in tennis. Readers will also learn about his work as an activist and philanthropist, and his HIV positive...
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Arthur Ashe
This brief biography of athlete Arthur Ashe describes his rise to fame in the world of sports, his work as an activist and his diagnosis of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Arthur Ashe
This article provides an in-depth look into the life and career of athlete Arthur Ashe. Includes detailed statistics on his professional tennis career.
Library of Virginia
Virginia Memory: Arthur Ashe
What are the characteristics of a person worthy of being a member of the Human Being Hall of Fame? A champion of human dignity around the world, Arthur Robert Ashe overcame the discrimination he faced growing up in Richmond to become a...
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Inspire My Kids: Arthur Ashe: A Life of Service and Impact!
A profile of Arthur Ashe, an American tennis player, and the legacy he left. Discusses the causes he supported and includes two videos paying tribute to him.
Black Past
Black Past: Ashe, Arthur
In this short encyclopedia entry, you can read about Arthur Ashe, professional black champion. There are links to other websites for more information.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Arthur Ashe
This biography summarizes the life and career of American tennis great Arthur Ashe.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Arthur Ashe
Use this resource to learn about Arthur Ashe, the tennis star who urged that health education be available to all.