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Curated OER
Cardinals
For this cardinals worksheet, students explore facts about cardinals and practice their number reasoning. Students read about cardinals and solve word problems involving cardinals.
Curated OER
Magneto-hydrodynamic Drives
Students examine how electric and magnetic fields can be used to force water out of a chamber to move a vehicle forward.
Curated OER
SEASHELLS - PENCIL DRAWINGS
Students explore realism through drawing techniques to create 3D drawing on a 2D surface. They review steps of drawing and vocabulary and develop eye hand coordination while creating their own sketch. Upon completion of sketch students...
Curated OER
Color King-Queen Crossover
Learners use color and tag to practice various locomotor skills.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: International Committee of the Red Cross History
Article from the Nobel Peace Prize organization that discusses the history of the International Committee of the Red Cross, which has figured in the Nobel Peace Prize four times.
Other
International Committee of the Red Cross
Official home site of the International Red Cross offers current world relief efforts.
Oregon Secretary of State
Oregon & World War One: On the Home Front the Red Cross at the Center
Communities across the country rallied to help the troops once the United States entered World War I. Although this site focuses on the activities of the Red Cross in Oregon, these activities were replicated throughout hundreds of towns.
Other
International Committee of the Red Cross: The Geneva Conventions
The complete texts of the Geneva Conventions on the conduct of war and human rights. Includes a history of the Conventions.
Other
Aef: Rallying a Nation: American Red Cross Advertising During World War I
The American Red Cross launched a multi-faceted advertising campaign in World War I to raise the funds necessary to deliver its services. See the different modes of advertising and read about the Red Cross' success.
Other
American Red Cross
Home page of the American Red Cross with links to disaster services, biomedical services, international services, community services, military services, health and safety services, volunteer services, and youth services. Also includes...
Other
American Red Cross: Masters of Disasters: Grades K 2
This resource presents many lessons with activities to engage students in grades K-2 in learning about disaster preparedness including fires, lightning, tornadoes, floods and general preparedness. Download any of the activities below to...
Other
Magazine of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Page that takes you to issues of the official magazine of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent.
Library of Congress
Loc: American Women: Health and Medicine: Red Cross and Wwi
Although the actual correspondence referenced here can be seen only at the Library of Congress, the overview of what is available, and a look at the role of the American Red Cross during World War I both at home and abroad is interesting...
Other
American Red Cross: Exploring Humanitarian Law: Guide for Teachers
Humanitarian Law in an international law serving to protect human life and dignity for all in times of conflict. This guide provides articles, cases, videos, interactive projects and much more to deepen student's understanding of the law...
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: "Endicott and the Red Cross" by Nathaniel Hawthorne
The full text of the short "Endicott and the Red Cross" by Nathaniel Hawthorne. Register for a free account to unlock annotation tools, printing, and more.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
The history, organization, activities and the emblems of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement are presented in this article.
Digital Public Library of America
Dpla: Beginnings of the American Red Cross
This primary set uses photographs, letters, posters, and publications to explore the beginnings of the American Red Cross under the initial leadership of Clara Barton. Includes teaching guide.
Other
American Red Cross: Donating Blood: Type of Donations: Plasma Donation
Describes how plasma, a blood component, is used in the medical treatment of many illnesses, including autoimmune diseases. Includes a list of facts and frequently asked questions about donations, along with information for potential...
Other
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
A comprehensive look at the global issues and events that are impacting countries across the world. Disasters, living conditions, crises, diseases, and the humanitarian efforts are all detailed on this site.
Other
Images of Hope: American Red Cross Posters, 1918 1951
Exhibit of American Red Cross posters from 1918 to 1951, with text about the artists, and the use of the poster.
PBS
Michael Palin's Heminigway Adventure: Red Cross
Read this article about one of the more famous Red Cross ambulance drivers in World War I, Ernest Hemingway. Of course, he was not famous at the time, but he used his experiences for his book, A Farewell to Arms.
Other
Katrina Survivors Glimpse the Places They Called Home
The American Red Cross covers the return of Hurricane Katrina survivors to their homes in this September, 2005, article.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Red Cross Facts and Information
Learn about the Red Cross, how it was formed, what it does, and other interesting facts.
PBS
Pbs: Brother Can You Spare a Billion? The Story of Jesse H. Jones
Companion website to the PBS documentary on Jesse H. Jones, real estate mogul, activist for the Red Cross, head of the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, and Secretary of Commerce. Read about how he served his nation under President...