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US National Archives

National Archives: When Nixon Met Elvis

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: Echoes of Elvis

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibition explores the many depictions of rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley.
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Town of Collingwood

For Students 9th - 10th
Collingwood is located in Simcoe County, Ontario and is a four-season tourist area that is also known for its annual weekend Elvis Presley Festival. Information is available on the festival, Collingwood's history, economy, and tourism.
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National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Elvis With Microphone

For Students 9th - 10th
Portrait of Elvis Presley, singing, made for a U.S. stamp.
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History Link

History Link: The 1962 Seattle World's Fair

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Yale University

Biographies for Change in a Time of Conformity

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
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,...
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Famous Singers

For Students 9th - 10th
Biographical profiles of famous singers in major musical genres. Includes photo and links to snippets of their songs.
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Fats Domino

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover some basic information on the life story of 1950s rocker, Fats Domino, who sold more records in his era than any other rocker except for Elvis Presley.
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PBS

Pbs: American Roots Music

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Big Mama Thornton

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Big Mama Thornton, an American singer and songwriter who performed in the tradition of classic blues singers such as Bessie Smith and Memphis Minnie. Her work inspired imitation by Elvis...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: America Rocks and Rolls

For Students 5th - 8th
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.
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Digital Public Library of America

Dpla: Rock 'N' Roll: Beginnings to Woodstock

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Tennessee: Graceland

For Students 9th - 10th
Graceland was Elvis Presley's home for 20 years starting in 1957, and is intimately associated with his music and career. Presley profoundly influenced American music and culture in the 20th century, and has been inducted into the Rock...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Tennessee: Sun Record Company

For Students 9th - 10th
This musical recording studio was established by Sam Phillips in 1952. It was here that he discovered and/or recorded many of the greatest names in rock and roll, including: B.B. King, Howlin' Wolf, Ike Turner, Rufus Thomas, Elvis...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Cryolophosaurus

For Students 9th - 10th
This CGI drawing shows the possible appearance of Cryolophosaurus, a dinosaur from the early Jurassic Period (around 190 million years ago). Cryolophosaurus was a large Theropod dinosaur that featured an interesting crest on its head...

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