Educational News and Resources from Iowa Public Television

Resources for Languages, Literacy, and the Arts
October 25 - November 1, 2011

IPTV is pleased to bring you our weekly eNewsletter that highlights some of our many educational resources, television programs, and ICN sessions available. What does innovation look like in the classroom? Is it using tablet computers with Kindergartners? Is it preparing students for the future by challenging them to think creatively and collaboratively? Whatever the definition, IPTV will continue to support and fuel innovation in the classroom with current, relevant resources that will help you find inspiration. Check out these resources to begin your innovation.

IPTV's Video Poetry Collection

Grade Range: 6-8, 9-12
From Seamus Heaney to Billy Collins to Walt Whitman, IPTV has hundreds of videos of various poets, celebrities, and people on the street reading poetry in unique ways. A great method to better understand pacing and breath when reading poems, these videos can help your students make a deeper connection and meaning in the poetry they read and write.
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Ancient History

Grade Range: 6-8, 9-12
This series provides a new perspective to the growth and development of several significant ancient cultures. Unique accomplishments, innovative governance, and incredible developments in architecture, empire building, and culture are highlighted.
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Unforgettable: The Korean War

Grade Range: 6-8, 9-12
A diverse group of Korean War Veterans recall their memories, experiences, and emotions of the war. The program goes beyond the battle stories to recount the aftermath of the war and serves as a reminder that no war, nor the people involved in it, can or should truly be forgotten.
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Register today for these ICN sessions, at no charge to you or your school, to network your students with other learners throughout the state.

Life on the Prairie

Grade Range: 3-6

Visit with a pioneer woman (a naturalist from the Polk County Conservation Board) as she shares how the Iowa landscape has changed and what effects it's having on Iowa wildlife. She will also explain what life was like on the prairie during the 19th century.

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Legislative Process in Iowa: Keeping Pace with State Government

Grade Range: 9-12

This ICN presentation, sponsored by the Iowa General Assembly and IPTV, provides an in-depth look into the legislative process and allows students to experience the process in new ways. On the morning of the presentation, an Iowa Capitol Tour Guide will travel to each school and conduct a classroom orientation to further learn about the legislative process.

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Can't make it to any of these sessions? Take a look at IPTV's ICN events calendar to schedule your next opportunity.

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