It’s almost Thanksgiving
This looks like a neat way to learn more about the history of why we celebrate. At the website, click on Voyage of the Mayflower, Daily Life, and Thanksgiving Feast.
Posts Tagged ‘U.S. History’
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On This Day: Dueling Outlawed in DC
February 20, 2012
On Feb. 20, 1839, Congress passed legislation barring the practice of dueling in the District of Columbia.
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On This Day: USS Maine Explodes in Havana Harbor
February 15, 2012
On Feb. 15, 1898, the U.S. battleship Maine blew up in Havana Harbor, escalating tensions with Spain and contributing to the outbreak of the Spanish-American War two months later.
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Using Collaborative Learning in Classrooms and Libraries
December 1, 2011
Collaboration, whether between teachers and librarians or classrooms around the world, is fast becoming a crucial educational tool.
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Building an Online Presence More Important Than Ever
December 1, 2011
Educators have long cautioned students about posting damaging information online, but now it’s also becoming important to build a positive digital footprint. When should students start building their online persona? The earlier, the better.
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The Top 10 Reasons Students Cannot Cite or Rely On Wikipedia
October 27, 2011
Wikipedia provides Internet users with millions of articles on a broad range of topics, and commonly ranks first in search engines. But its reliability and credibility fall well short of the standards for a school paper. According to Wikipedia itself, “[W]hile some articles are of the highest quality of scholarship, others are admittedly complete rubbish. … use [Wikipedia] with an informed understanding of what it is and what it isn't.”
To help you develop such an understanding, we present 10 reasons you can't rely on information in Wikipedia. Read More -
5 Ways to Get Boys to Read
June 28, 2011
Nationwide, more boys than girls seem to be struggling with reading. Here are five tips from teachers, librarians, authors and literacy strategists to encourage boys to read.
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Latin American Studies
April 6, 2010
Historically rich, geographically diverse and culturally intriguing, Latin America is a fascinating place. Discover online resources for Latin American studies, including journals, information on specific countries and current events, and advice for pursuing a career or college major in Latin American studies.
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Civil Rights Movement
January 18, 2010
During the 1950s and ‘60s, African-Americans campaigned for an end to racial discrimination through a series of non-violent protests and marches. The Civil Rights Movement culminated with the passage of federal laws banning discrimination in voting, employment, housing and other sectors of American society.
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Happy Birthday, Samuel Adams, One of the US's Founding Fathers
September 27, 2011
Rebel, patriot and politician Samuel Adams helped organize protests against the Stamp Act of 1765 and the Tea Act of 1773 and developed a base of resistance that would eventually lead to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
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Wangari Muta Maathai, 2004 Nobel Peace Prize Winner
September 27, 2011
In 2004, Wangari Muta Maathai became the first African Woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. Maathai is known as the founder of the “Green Belt Movement” to reforest Africa.
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Happy Birthday, Harry Houdini, Escape Artist Extraordinaire
March 24, 2011
During his short career, Harry Houdini’s “death-defying” feats astonished his audiences. People from all walks of life came to watch Houdini escape from shackles, milk cans and water tanks. Their fascination with his act continued his legacy long after his untimely death.
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Happy Birthday, Roger Bannister, First Runner to Break the Four-Minute Mile
March 23, 2011
In 1954, British medical student Roger Bannister became the first man to break the four-minute mile barrier, earning him international admiration and Sports Illustrated's first Sportsman of the Year award. When asked how he achieved his record-breaking feat, he replied, “It’s the ability to take more out of yourself than you've got.”
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- Answer Sheet: Week of September 25
Did you take the Quiztory last week? Now it’s time to check your answers: 1. What document, written by George Mason, heavily influenced the Bill of Rights? Virginia Declaration of Rights 2. What journalist moderated the first ever presidential debate? Howard K. Smith 3. Which French, linguist and historian, famous for deciphering the Rosetta Stone said, “I dream only in [...]