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Newseum: Political Cartoons of David Horsey
After reading some brief biographical information on editorial cartoonist David Horsey, check out the gallery of his original cartoons from the year 1999.
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Reading Group Guides: My Intonia
This site features a reading group guide for the book, "My Antonia," by Willa Cather. Students will benefit from the discussion questions listed in this resource.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Social Realism: Edith Wharton
Drawing attention to the role of women in marriages, social differences between Europeans and Americans, old money versus new, near the turn into the twentieth century we read about author Edith Wharton. Click "Edith Wharton Activities"...
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Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Rhythms in Poetry: William Carlos William
This biography highlights author William Carlos Williams' contributions to American literature with emphasis on ordinary life and everyday language, particularly in his poetry. See "William Carlos Williams Activities" for related materials.
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Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Southern Renaissance: Eudora Welty
Eudora Welty is identified in this brief biography as one of America's greatest southern writers. See "Eudora Welty Activities" for related artifacts and activities.
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Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Becoming Visible: Saul Bellow
Jewish American author Saul Bellow is featured in this biography identifying his literary contributions and his manner of drawing on the weaknesses of humanity. See "Saul Bellow Activities" for related materials.
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Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Becoming Visible: Gwendolyn Brooks
Writer Gwendolyn Brooks is presented in this biography for her contributions to African American literature. Click on "Gwendolyn Brooks Activities" for related artifacts and activities.
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Annenberg Learner: American Passages: The Search for Identity: David Mamet
Playwright David Mamet is featured for his brilliant use of language in his writings believing that our words and the manner they are spoken depict our identity. See "David Mamet Activities" for extra resources.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Howard Nemerov
The Academy of American Poets entry about poet Howard Nemerov. This site houses a biography of the author as well as a selected list of some of his works.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Rita Dove
This site houses a brief biography of the 20th-century poet Rita Dove, a native of Akron, Ohio.
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New York Review: "A Boy's Life" by Russell Baker
Here is an excellent book review of a book by Russell Baker.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: N. Scott Momaday
Learn more about N. Scott Momaday's work when you explore the links found within this site. These links provide lesson plans and activities for "The Way to Rainy Mountain" and other works.
Poetry Foundation
Poetry Foundation: Tracy K. Smith
A profile of Tracy K. Smith, the 2017 U.S. Poet Laureate. Includes links to her poems and to a video where she talks about her book, Life on Mars.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Tracy K. Smith
A short biography of Tracy K. Smith, the 2017 U.S. Poet Laureate. Includes links to her poems and a video of Tracy K. Smith reading some of her poems. [5:30]
Library of Congress
Loc: Librarian of Congress Names Tracy K. Smith Poet Laureate
A profile of Tracy K. Smith, the poet chosen by the Library of Congress to be the 22nd Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry for 2017-2018, otherwise known as the U.S. Poet Laureate. Published June 14, 2017.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Tracy K. Smith, New u.s. Poet Laureate, Calls Poems Her 'Anchor'
A profile of Tracy K. Smith, the U.S. Poet Laureate for 2017. Includes an audio recording of her reading the poem "When Your Small Form Tumbled Into Me." (Published June 14, 2017)
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Composer Aaron Copland
Composer Aaron Copland came from humble beginnings. He wrote music that captured the American spirit. This site provides a biography of Copland.
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Edward Albee
A biography on playwright Edward Albee discusses his many achievements and gives details about his many works.
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: American Women: Edna St. Vincent Millay
A brief look at American poet, Edna St. Vincent Millay, along with a portrait of her painted by Charles Ellis.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: August Wilson
Learn more about the famous playwright August Wilson when you visit this educational site. This site features links to several resources ranging from biographical information to lesson plans.
Penguin Publishing
Penguin Random House: "The Gadget" Teacher Guide
"The Gadget" teacher guide features brief synopsis and list of themes as well as ideas for interdisciplinary connections.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: 300 Women Who Changed History: Toni Morrison
Encyclopaedia Britannica provides a biography of Toni Morrison, noted novelist. The entry focuses on the black American experience.
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History.com: 10 Things You May Not Know About John F. Kennedy
Discover 10 surprising facts about John F. Kennedy, America's 35th president.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Alice Adams by Booth Tarkington
Read the full text of the Pulitzer Prize winning novel "Alice Adams" by Booth Tarkington about a young, middle-class girl who longs to belong to high society.
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