Worksheet
Curated OER

Breaking News English: Pop Star Kylie Returns to Stage in Sydney

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "Pop Star Kylie Returns to Stage in Sydney," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Time in Jazz

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students examine time and meter in the jazz idiom. They analyze Take the A Train and Take Five. They research websites featuring Ella Fitzgerald and her music.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Non-Defining Relative Clauses

For Students 7th
In this non-defining relative clauses instructional activity, 7th graders review and discuss what non-defining relative clauses are and how to use them in writing. Students answer six questions regarding relative clauses.
Website
Other

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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Other

Australian Travel and Culture Portal Online: Famous Australians

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at famous Australians including actors, authors, artists, athletes, businessmen, politicians, singers, and Australian men & women of note.
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Famous African Americans Marian Anderson

For Teachers 2nd - 4th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This passage contains brief biographical information about the famous singer named Marian Anderson. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies...
Handout
Other

Disabled World: Famous People With Disabilities

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a list of well-known people with a disability or mental condition who have overcome their barriers to achieve and contribute to society. Divided by disability category and include actors, world leaders, singers, and...
Handout
Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Ella Fitzgerald

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biography of famous singer and Grammy winner Ella Fitzgerald.
Handout
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission

Explore Pa History: Marian Anderson

For Students 9th - 10th
Examine the historical contributions of world renown opera singer and Pennsylvania native, Marian Anderson in this concise biography.
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Cengage Learning

Gale: Hispanic Heritage Biographies: Gloria Estefan

For Students 9th - 10th
Features the life of Latin pop singer, Gloria Estefan, her rise to fame and comeback from potential life threatening injuries.
Website
PBS

Pbs: Jazz: Biographies: Ella Fitzgerald

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the life of Ella Fitzgerald, from her childhood as an orphan to her rise as a successful jazz singer. Includes audio (requires RealPlayer).
Article
Scott Alexander

Alberta Hunter

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains an article on the singer and composer Alberta Hunter. It also includes audio clips of some of her most famous songs. Excellent resource.
Website
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Mahalia Jackson

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the " Queen of Gospel", New Orleans born singer Mahalia Jackson.
Website
Smithsonian Institution

National Portrait Gallery: Black List Project: Charley Pride

For Students 9th - 10th
A biography of famed country music singer Charley Pride, one of few African Americans in the industry to both perform at and be inducted to the Grand Ole Opry.
Website
American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: The Hall of Arts

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the lives of famous people in the arts who exemplify what it means to live a meaningful life and achieve your goals.
Graphic
Smithsonian Institution

National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Marian Anderson

For Students 9th - 10th
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 2005 to commemorate classical singer Marian Anderson. With a short passage on her awards and international singing career.
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PBS

Pbs: American Masters: Lena Horne

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS profiles American jazz singer and actress Lena Horne's life and music. Includes video.
Graphic
Tate

Tate: Artist's Study of the "Portrait of Mme Gautreau"

For Students 9th - 10th
A reproduction of a study made by John Singer Sargent in preparation for painting his famous "Portrait of Mme Gautreau." The "Portrait of Mme Gautreau," or, as it is more commonly called, "Madame X," closely parallels the finished portrait.
Handout
Classical Bands

Classicbands: Smokey Robinson

For Students 9th - 10th
Read biographical information and interesting facts about famous Motown legend, Smokey Robinson, award winning soul singer and songwriter.
Handout
PBS

Classics for Kids: Giuseppe Verdi

For Students 3rd - 8th
A short biography of Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
Handout
Other

Georgia Women of Achievement: Gertrude Pridgett "Ma" Rainey

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the life and career of blues singer Gertrude Pridgett Rainey, later known as "Ma."
Lesson Plan
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: August Wilson

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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.
Handout
Black Past

Black Past: Robeson, Paul

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia entry tells about Paul Robeson, famous baritone, and his struggles for racial equality. A link to a website for more information on African-Americans is provided.
Website
Cengage Learning

Gale: Hispanic Heritage Biographies: Ricky Martin

For Students 9th - 10th
Described in this biography is the Puerto Rican singing superstar who is a Hispanic pop sensation. This article features much fascinating information about his career.

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