Social Studies
January 1, 2014 - January 7, 2014

Find the latest educational resources from Iowa Public Television.

March on Washington

Grades: 3-13+

This year marked the 50th anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom and was commemorated by teachers and students across the country

and around the world. Help your students appreciate the significance of this event, and its role in the larger Civil Rights Movement using this collection of digital content from PBS LearningMedia.

An Attack on Syria- What Would You Do?
Grade Range: 7-13+

Use this lesson plan from PBS NewsHour Extra to teach your students about the Syrian situation. This comprehensive lesson includes background, articles, a jig-saw activity and simulation activity that puts the students in a decision-making position.

Think Garden: Cool Crops

Grade Range: 3-5

This video from KET's Think Garden collection explores the possibilities of gardening in the cooler temperatures of spring and fall. Learn about which vegetables like cool weather, and techniques to help plants grow in these conditions like raised beds and hoop houses. Also find out why cool crops are ideal for school gardens.

Road to Statehood
Grade Range: 5-8

This video from West Virginia Public Broadcasting traces the events leading to statehood for West Virginia. The five lesson plans provide a guided viewing graphic organizer, primary source documents, maps, and activities to engage students in the study of the presidential election of 1860, the issues of the time, and individuals who played a role in the movement.

The African-American Migration Story
Grade Range: 7-13+

From the transatlantic slave trade to today's New Great Migration, learn about the major African-American migrations and how those movements changed the course of American history in this interactive resource from The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross.

Music Break- Waving Flag
Grade Range: K-5

Use this fun and interactive Kindergarten through 5th grade activity to help students take a brain break. This allows students get their wiggles out while promoting exercise. Using the song "Waving Flag," there are multiple moves to go along with the music. This is an excellent way to get students moving but still use those cognitive skills.

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