Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Catherine, Called Birdy
Cross-curricular online resource on the book "Catherine Called Birdy," by Karen Cushman. Includes discussion questions and engaging learning activities.
Smithsonian Institution
Nat'l Portrait Gallery: Ballyhoo! Posters as Portraiture: Bring the Troops Home
Annotated example of a poster produced by anti-Vietnam War activists serves as a useful resource for analyzing poster art as a form of protest.
Library of Congress
Loc: u.s. History Timeline: The Post War United States 1945 1968
Includes how the United States' entry into WWII caused vast changes in every aspect of American life, how arts and entertainment showed continuity and change, and details of the 1960 election of John F. Kennedy as President.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Admiral David Farragut
Admiral Farragut entering Mobile Bay atop the rigging of his ship during the Civil War.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Admiral David G. Farragut
(1801-1870) Senior officer of the U.S. Navy during the American Civil War and is famous for the Battle of Mobile Bay.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Admiral David G. Farragut
Admiral Farragut, born at Campbell's Station, near Knoxville, Tenn., July 5th, 1801, died in Portsmouth, N. H., August 14th, 1870. He was appointed to the navy from his native State, and as a midshipman saw active service as early as...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Rear Admiral James Alden
Rear Admiral Alden, born in Portland, Me., March 31st, 1810, died in San Francisco, Cal., February 6th, 1877. He was appointed midshipman in 1828, and in that capacity accompanied the Wilkes Exploring Expedition around the world in...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: David Glasgow Farragut
David Glasgow Farragut (July 5, 1801 - August 14, 1870) was a flag officer of the United States Navy during the American Civil War. He was the first rear admiral, vice admiral, and admiral of the Navy. He is remembered in popular culture...
Art Cyclopedia
Artcyclopedia: Listing of Kinetic Sculpture Artists
ArtCyclopedia's list of kinetic sculpture artists from the twentieth century. There are links to the sculptors' bio and works.
Other
Alexander Calder Trivia
Take this short quiz and see how much trivia you know about artist Alexander Calder. The answers are at the bottom. Don't cheat!
ICT Games
Ict Games: Dinosaur's Eggs: High Frequency Words
Choose from a list of high frequency words then listen to the word and choose the correct egg that spells that same word. When finished, receive a certificate with words you know well and others you need to work on. Perfect practice for...