Arts education is part of the backbone of the 21st Century skills movement. The Partnership for 21st Century Skills had designed a map that provides examples of collaboration, communication, creativity, innovation, critical thinking,...

This extensive biography of William Bradford includes links within the text to related primary and secondary sources. Also includes a timeline of Bradford's life. Some documents require Adobe Reader (PDF).

This report from the Congressional Research Service published November 27, 2007 discusses Operation Iraqi Freedom and congressional opposition to it. (22 pages) PDF, requires Adobe Reader

An amazing and comprehensive resource for teaching Milwaukee history to students in Grades 1 to 4. The materials are organized around four themes - early settlers, immigration, working, and modern Milwaukee. A free DVD of the video...

Learn the basic facts regarding children in American who are living at poverty levels or below. The numbers of children in poverty appear to be increasing to almost 13 million. The sheet identifies which ethnic groups have the most...

In Spanish. This science-based storybook introduces students to key concepts in earth systems. Includes classroom learning activities that complement the science covered in the book. Requires Adobe Reader.

In Spanish. This science-based storybook introduces students to key concepts in clouds. Includes classroom learning activities that complement the science covered in the book. Requires Adobe Reader.

In Spanish. This science-based storybook introduces students to key concepts in soil. Includes classroom learning activities that complement the science covered in the book. Requires Adobe Reader.

In Spanish. This science-based storybook introduces students to key concepts in seasons. Includes classroom learning activities that complement the science covered in the book. Requires Adobe Reader.

In Spanish. An online book about a science club's visit to a local stream and what they discover there. Includes notes for teacher. Requires Adobe Reader [PDF].

This report offers information about the role of teachers identified as literacy coaches as they interact with students and with colleagues. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]

With this lesson plan, students learn about the lives of African Americans during Reconstruction. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).

Learn about the skill set called Habits of Mind, which includes creativity, managing impulses and applying persistance to the achievement of goals. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).

Explore the teacher's role in cyberspace and how WebQuests can be used to assist learning in the classroom. This online PowerPoint presentation will walk you through the information. PDF (Adobe Reader required).

Literally a book, this resource looks at 4 key components of successful adolescent literacy programs, and includes both practical strategies and theoretical frameworks for working with struggling teenage readers. Requires Adobe Reader....

This site offers a description, symptoms, treatment and prevention of typhoid fever. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]

Background about the National Endowment for the Arts. Also includes information about direct funding programs, Challenge America grants, state partnerships, federal partnerships and public-private partnerships. Research and success...

This resource provides an overview of the human footprint on the Earth. How is Man affecting Earth, what are the causes of stress, and more importantly, what are the solutions. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).

Although lengthy (33 pages), this statement by General Richard B. Myers to the United States Senate provides a clear, concise analysis of the War in Iraq and Operation Iraqi Freedom from the perspective of one of the Bush...

Explore Kamala Markandaya's "Nectar in a Sieve" with the help of a vocabulary lists, pre-reading questions and activities, brainstorming ideas, and thought-provoking discussion and writing prompts. After reading the novel, draw...

Reading guide to Virginia Hamilton's "The House of Dies Drear" with pre- and post-reading material, as well as brainstorming activities and writing prompts. Includes brief author biography, an introduction to the text, a preview of...

This study guide for Edith Wharton's "Ethan Frome" provides pre-reading material (author biography, novel setting, vocabulary lists), brainstorming activities, and writing prompts. Students who have completed reading the novel can...

Reading guide for Irene Hunt's historical fiction, "Across Five Aprils," with a variety of resources, discussion and writing questions, and brainstorming activities. Provides pre-reading material, such as an author biography, novel...

This twenty-two page study guide provides biographical information on author Esther Forbes, an introduction to "Johnny Tremain," and activities to accompany a reading of this historical novel. Includes pre-reading activities, reading...