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E2 Bn: History's Heroes: The Heroine and the Holocaust
A history unit taking a close look at Poland during World War II. Meet the courageous Irena Sendlerowa, who helped save thousands of children. Activities expanding students' understanding of this hero and how Poland was involved in the...
International Olympic Committee
International Olympic Committee: Fact Sheet: The Olympic Movement [Pdf]
From the International Olympic Committee. find fascinating facts on the performance and courage of noted athletes in this fact sheet. PDF (requires Adobe Reader).
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First Men on the Moon: Experience the Apollo 11 Lunar Landing
Watch, listen, and relive the excitement of the Apollo 11 lunar landing as experienced minute-by-minute by the courageous crew of Apollo 11 and Mission Control.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Jackie Robinson: Athlete and Activist
Through two primary source activities and a short video, learners will understand how Robinson rose to prominence, and explore the importance of courage in his life.
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Pbs Learning Media: Sitting Bull: Spiritual Leader and Military Leader
Through two primary source activities and a short biographical video, students will understand the remarkable courage of this leader who stood up for his people.
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Usps: Oscar Micheaux: A Man Ahead of His Time
Celebrate Black History Month by studying this courageous, innovative filmmaker and entrepreneur. Discover how Mr. Micheaux overcame obstacles to become a memorable moviemaker.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Internet Classics Archive: Works by Plato
A library entry with translations of many works by Plato, including commentary and discussion of each.
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Plato and His Dialogues: List of Plato's Works
This list of works by Plato such as The Republic also features links to e-texts in English translation.
Read Works
Read Works: The Legend of the Goddess Tin Hau, or Mazu
[Free Registration/Login Required] This fiction passage focuses on Mazu and her power to guide her brothers to safety from a terrible storm at sea while weaving quietly in her house. Can she save them? A comprehension question set and a...
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Nwhp.org: National Women's History Project
Use this site to learn about women throughout history that have made a difference. Find out about current events going on to commemorate women's history.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum
The online exhibits of the National Women's History Museum celebrate women in a wide variety of venues and roles. These include exhibits such as "Women in Early Film," "First But Not the Last: Women Who Ran for President," and "Young and...
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Better Attitudes & Skills in Children
This is a collection of social emotional lesson plans. They were developed by the Project B.A.S.I.C. Child Development Specialist, and Child Care Consultation Staff via the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: John Smith
Learn of one of the first leaders in American settlement. With experience, courage and wisdom, John Smith was invaluable to starting the first European settlement in the United States. (In Spanish)
Scholastic
Scholastic: Book Files: Sounder
Newbery Award Winner, "Sounder", by William H. Armstrong, is about a sharecropping family and their hunting dog, Sounder. Overarching themes of this novel are courage, family, racial injustice, the importance of education, and hope. Make...
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Ad lit.org: Reading Discussion Guide: Hello, America by Livia Bitton Jackson
Eighteen-year-old Elli has a number tattooed onto her arm. It is an indelible remnant of a terrifying past a life lived, for many years, in the death camp of Auschwitz. When Elli arrives in New York City, she can not speak English, and...
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Ad lit.org: Reading Discussion Guide: Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
Set in 1943 when the Nazis occupied Denmark, ten-year-old Annemarie Johansen is asked to carry out a heroic deed and aid her uncle in his efforts to smuggle Danish Jews across the sea to Sweden, where they will be safe. She has already...
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Ad lit.org: Reading Discussion Guide: The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak
Liesel Meminger is only nine years old when she is taken to live with a foster family, the Hubermanns, on Himmel Street in Molching, Germany, in the late 1930s. She arrives with few possessions, but among them is The Grave Digger's...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Book Files: Julie of the Wolves [Pdf]
"Julie of the Wolves", by Jean Craighead George, is story of cultural pride, survival, and courage. The heroine, Miyax is lost in the Alaskan tundra. Make the smart choice by reading the novel with a BookFiles reading guide. The file...
US Navy
Naval History and Heritage: Halsey Doolittle Raid on Japan, 18 April 1942
Read about the courageous Dootlittle Raid from the viewpoint of the U.S. Navy.
PBS
Pbs: Empire of the Bay: The Story of the Hudson's Bay Company
The story of the shrewd merchants and courageous explorers of the Hudson's Bay Company.
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War of 1812: Sir Issac Brock: A Biography
The War of 1812 website presents an excerpt from an essay on Sir Issac Brock. Clearly an admirer of Brock's military success, courage and patriotism, this entry includes a portrait and links to related resources. (1997)
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Women's International Center: Corazon Aquino
President of the Republic of the Philippines from February 25, 1986, Corazon Cojuangco Aquino has experienced praise and faced adversity with courage and directness.
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Internet Cello Society: Portrait of Pablo Casals
A biography of the famous Spanish cellist, Pablo Casals. Of particular interest is the outstanding courage he displayed during the Spanish Civil War.
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Art Lesson: Wire Sculpture
Another activity on using the figure and the portrait as the subject matter. Yet, this one encourages you to be courageous and create using wire. Give it a try!
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