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Modern American Theatre: Intro to Drama

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Set this slideshow up at as an independent work station, or to provide your theater arts class with a look at the many manifestations of modern literary drama. Tennessee Williams, Edward Albee, and Arthur Miller are the focus of the...
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Salute to Heroes

For Teachers 7th - 9th
What is a hero? Used as both an introduction and conclusion to the play Into the Line of Duty (author not provided), this presentation details the definitions of a hero before posing discussion questions. Students discuss their...
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The Progressive Movement (1900-1916)

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Detailing the goals of the Progressive Movement in the beginning of the 20th century, this presentation contextualized the time period for history students, making it easier to understand both society and politics of the time. A short...
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Versailles: Age of Absolutism

For Teachers 7th - 10th
The creation of Versailles is the subject of this presentation, as well as Louis XIV's self-centered "absolutism." Briefly detailing the construction costs - both monetary and human - and the glorious results of the endeavor, this...
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Classic Art Samples, (4th grade)

For Teachers 4th
The simple slides for each artist are blue and have clear headings with a good image as an example of the artists work.  At the beginning of the slideshow a list of the artists will allow you to jump to whichever you may select, or...
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BioTechnology

For Teachers 11th
The concept of electrophoresis and how it can be used to track sections of DNA that have been spliced is introduced in this slideshow.  There are a few grammatical and spelling errors, but overall the slides are nicely presented.
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Vowels

For Teachers K - 3rd
Once viewed in slideshow mode, this presentation shows nine interactive slides about short vowel sounds. Within these slides, there are seven questions asking viewers if they hear a short vowel sound in a list of words. A check mark pops...
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The Virtuous Republic

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Though only one slide long, this presentation has some great information that could be expanded into a larger slideshow. Covering the "Virtuous Republic" and the ideals therein, the slide includes key terms and concepts that your...
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The War of 1812

For Teachers 8th - 12th
A good addition to a unit on the War of 1812, this slideshow details causes, specific battles, political contexts, and several campaigns of the war. Maps and pictures with broad topics allow teachers to bring their own discussion topics...
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The Election of 1840

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Entertaining political cartoons, campaign songs, and slogans are sprinkled throughout this presentation, which details the Presidential Election of 1840. Teachers can bring their own discussion topics to the slideshow with references to...
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Medieval Art and Architecture

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Detailing the characteristics of Medieval art and architecture, including Romanesque and Gothic architecture, these slides provide incredible views of some of the most famous buildings, cathedrals and castles in the world. A few slides...
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Europe in the 1920s

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Delicately poised after the dramatic end of WWI and the startling beginning of WWII, this presentation encompassing the positions and roles of Germany, Italy, England, France, and the League of Nations in the 1920's. The first half of...
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The Geography of Africa

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Hop a flight to Africa in this presentation, which includes brilliant and appealing photographs of the continent as well as maps and graphs about its geography, topography, and climate. Those who are researching Africa for a project or...
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Post-WWII De-Colonization

For Students 9th - 11th
The end of WWII brought big changes around the world, not the least of which occur in the increasingly decolonized continent of Africa. This slideshow details the developing countries of Ghana, Kenya, Congo, Nigeria, and South Africa, to...
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Ancient China

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Unveil the mysteries of ancient China in this presentation, which includes photographs of historic relics from the Neolithic and Bronze Ages. Slides detail the Hsia, Shang, and Zhou Dynasties; especially helpful is the final slide, which...
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What is a Community?

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders will learn about different aspects of a community in this 11-slide PowerPoint. Different facts and images are displayed on each slide to help give your students a better sense of community. Tip: After viewing this...
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The Brief American Pageant: Manifest Destiny and its Legacy

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Frame your lecture about Manifest Destiny around these maps, which portray the extended boundaries of various American territories in the 19th century. Campaigns of the Mexican War, and a map of the Spanish Missions on the West Coast are...
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The Brief American Pageant: Drifting Toward Disunion

For Teachers 9th - 11th
A series of maps take viewers through the Antebellum period in American history. Focusing on the elections of Buchanan and Lincoln, as well as the Southern opposition to secession, the slideshow would make a good companion to a lecture...
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The Brief American Pageant: Twenty-Three Political Paralysis in the Gilded Age

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Detailing the Presidential elections of 1876, 1884, and 1892, this slideshow focuses on the final years of the 19th century in the United States. Additionally, slides include information on the changes in Southern plantations and growth...
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The Brief American Pageant: America on the World Stage

For Teachers 9th - 12th
America's presence in Alaska and the Caribbean are the focus of this short presentation. Two detailed maps help to illustrate America's growing influence in the regions past its continental borders, which could supplement a more thorough...
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The Brief American Pageant: The Cold War Begins

For Teachers 8th - 11th
With the beginning of the Cold War came numerous social and political changes around the world - many of which are featured in this series of maps and graphs. This short but informative slideshow will help to bridge the gap between a...
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The Brief American Pageant: The Stormy Sixties

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Intended for use with The American Pageant by David Kennedy, Lizabeth Cohen, and Mel Piehl, this slideshow includes maps and graphs that detail politics and social dynamics in 1960's America. The textbook is not necessary for...
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Parts of the Plant and Their Functions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Delving into this slideshow will help the students understand the composition of plants and their structures. Each slide identifies certain structures and explores how they support the plant's survival along with assisting our...
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Mechanics and Supplies

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
Flower arrangements and the types of containers used to hold them, is the subject of this slideshow.  There is detailed, relevant information about many aspects of the tools used, and each slide is clear with a header and short...

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