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Roald Dahl Life and Stories
An enlightening biography of this children's writer whose books "are always a little cruel, but never without humor." We learn that some of that cruelty can be traced to Dahl's school years and the severe beatings boys were given there....
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National Academy of Sciences: Biography of Rodney Cool [Pdf]
Rodney Lee Cool spent much of life's work on hyperons. This is the classic biography of a real-life scientist, a particle physicist. It's touching and enlightening, complete and full of science and significance. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
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Hawaii Department of Education: Homepage
Plenty of information here at the Hawaii Department of Education to enlighten both teachers and parents. In addition to the expected links to such areas as test scores, school goals and philosophy, and job opportunities, you will find...
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Power Point: The Five Good Emperors
Tom Richey uses humor in his slide presentation to informa and enlighten students on the history of Rome and the Five Good Emperors.
Savvas Learning
Pearson Education: Janson's History of Art: Chapter 23: Overview & Activites
An overview of chapter 23 of Janson's History of Art, Seventh Edition, "Art in the Age of the Enlightenment, 1750-1789." Accompanied by online activities based on the chapter, including essay questions, quizzes, and matching activities.
PBS
Pbs: Arab Americans: In the Aftermath of the Terrorist Attacks on the u.s.
Enlightening students can sometimes be difficult, and this lesson tries to make it easier. In this lesson students will be asked about Arab Americans and about issues such as stereotyping.
Time
Time: The 10 Most Notorious Presidential Pardons
Time Magazine presents an enlightening special report on the 10 most notorious presidential pardons in U.S. history. Included are Jimmy Hoffa, Richard Nixon, Patty Hearst, George Steinbrenner, and more.
Ohio Test Prep
Ohio Test Prep: u.s. Constitution
Video test preparation module for Social Studies on the U.S. Constitution teaches students about provisions and compromises made during the Constitutional Convention and how the terms reflect Enlightenment thinking.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Joni Mitchell
Learn enlightening biographical details on folksinger Joni Mitchell, a 1997 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, essential songs, and recommended reading list.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Roy Orbison
Offers enlightening biographical details on rock and roll singer Roy Orbison, a 1987 inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Includes a timeline of key events, essential songs, and recommended reading list.
European Space Agency
European Space Agency: Aurora Exploration Programme
This is an enlightening look at the European Space Agency's new project to explore the universe with futuristic technology. See what they have accomplished and what they plan to do next via articles and a multimedia gallery that contains...
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Smokey Robinson
Read enlightening biographical details on the life and career of Motown singing star, Smokey Robinson, whose music has been described as "poetry".
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: The First American Bat Mitzvah
Enlightening story of the first Bat Mitzvah to take place in America in 1922.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
After reading a brief introduction of the Falkland Islands, you can learn many enlightening facts about the country through "Facts at a Glance." Topics include geography, people, economy, and government.
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Static Electricity: Lesson 4: Action at a Distance
Action at a Distance will enlighten learners studying electric fields. What are electric fields and what is the concept of action-at-a-distance? Take advantage of the interactive at the end of the reading.
Curated OER
National Park Service: International Civil Rights Walk of Fame: Stevie Wonder
An enlightening biography on the life and contributions of humanitarian/musician Stevie Wonder.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Cambodian Myth of Lightning, Thunder, and Rain
Prumsodun Ok tells this empowering tale that still enlightens our world today, "Moni Mekhala Ream Eyso" the most sacred dance drama in Cambodia.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Historical Influences on Morality: A Basis for Literary Study
Using this PDF lesson plan, students will get a general overview of the historical span of philosophical thought and how it may have been a product or reaction to the time period. Students will research philosophies and time periods...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Bodhisattva Maitreya
This statue depicts the bodhisattva Maitreya. Bodhisattvas are enlightened beings who postpone their own salvation in order to help all sentient beings. View a picture of this statue and read a description in this essay.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara
Bodhisattvas are enlightened beings who are destined to become buddhas but postpone that final state in order to help humanity. The name Avalokiteshvara means "Lord who looks down with compassion." View an image of a bodhisattva...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Buddha Shakyamuni
This is the traditional representation of the Shakyamuni Buddha or the historical Buddha. The statue shows the moment of his enlightenment at a place called Bodh Gaya in India. View a picture of the statue and read the background in this...
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Khan Academy: The Buddha Shakyamuni
How do we recognize this figure as Shakyamuni Buddha? This is the traditional representation of the Shakyamuni Buddha or the historical Buddha. The statue shows the moment of his enlightenment at a place called Bodh Gaya in India, which...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Goddess of White Umbrella: Buddhist Deity Ushnisha Sitatapatra
The Goddess of the White Umbrella (the Buddhist deity Ushnisha-sitatapatra) is one of many powerful female deities. She manifests her power with her thousand heads, arms, and legs. She has eyes on the palms of each of her hands and soles...
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