Social Studies
May 1-6, 2013 |
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Find the latest educational resources from Iowa Public Television.
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Baseball & Social Change
Grade Range: 5-8
In this blended lesson supporting literacy skills, students learn about baseball legend Roberto Clemente, his early years in the United States during segregation, and changes in the 1960s that made the U.S. culture more open to Clemente's Latino culture.
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Career Gates: Leadership
Grade Range: 6-10
Watch this Career Gates video segment focused on leadership in society and in the workplace. Hear from a gymnastics instructor, a Congressman, and a bank chairman and find out what characteristics they cite as vital to career success.
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Artist Profile
Grade Range: K-12
Often dealing with issues of globalization and outsourcing, conceptual artist Stephanie Syjuco believes that politically engaged art can also be fun.
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Careers in Environmental Health
Grade Range: 9-12 
This interactive examines some of the career opportunities available in the area of environmental public health and describes the impact that professionals in this field have on human health.
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The Secret Life of Scientists & Engineers
Grade Range: 6-12
Mireya Mayor
Her Science: Primatologist
Her Secret: NFL Cheerleader
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