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Women's History Month elections - voting resources for Microsoft Word $5-10
Hidden Figures Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
"Hidden Figures" (2016) is a biographical drama film that tells the untold story of three African-American women mathematicians - Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson - who played crucial roles at NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program. Set against the backdrop of the Space Race and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, the film follows these remarkable women as they overcome racial and gender discrimination to make groundbreaking contributions to the country's s
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
AP Comp. Govt. Briefings on Electoral Systems
This activity takes students through presidential and legislative electoral systems in all 6 AP course countries. It provides charts and graphs and detailed information for students to analyze and consider. This 14-page packet is very detailed and is a great review of concepts and systems. Again, it is mostly based on analyzing why these systems were set up in this way and why certain electoral results occurred as they did rather than simple information recall. It goes back to information from
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9th - 12th
Also included in: Bundle: AP Comp. Govt. Unit 4
On the Basis of Sex (2018) Study Guide - Worksheets, Activities, Resources
This bundle is a set of ready-to-go worksheets/resources for use with 2018 film. The resources included are• Character Matching Exercise. A who's who of characters.• Viewing Questions - Keep students on task while viewing the movie, and attract their attention to important details.• Crossword Puzzle. A useful tool for review after watching the film.• 50 Question MCQ / Final Assessment. Use to keep students on track while watching the film, or as a final assessment.• Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle
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7th - 12th
AVID Program Motivation:Hidden Figures (2016)Movie Viewing Guide:Questions/KEY
"Hidden Figures" is an excellent choice for teaching motivation in an AVID high school class due to its inspiring depiction of perseverance, determination, and overcoming obstacles. Here's a rationale for using the film: Real-Life Role Models: The film showcases the incredible true story of three African-American women mathematicians who played pivotal roles at NASA during the Space Race era. By highlighting the achievements of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson, "Hidden Figure
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Women in Medicine & Science Research Rubric
This is a rubric for a research assignment regarding women in science and medicine. In celebration of Women's History Month (March) or use the assignment anytime. Examples are included with additional questions for students to answer. Compare and contrast 2 women from different time periods.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
American Political Culture
American Political Culture
Almost all Americans in spite of a diversity of races, classes, religions, ethnicities, or occupations hold to a common set of core values and beliefs. This course/unit explores six core beliefs of American political culture. Most of these core beliefs and values are unique to the American culture. In spite of these common beliefs, many Americans act in ways that are opposite to these values and assumptions.
These beliefs are:
• Individualism
• Free enterprise and
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Little Women (1994): Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions w/KEY
"Little Women" is a 1994 film adaptation of the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott. The story follows the lives of four sisters - Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy - as they grow up in New England during the Civil War era.Jo is a tomboyish aspiring writer who struggles to balance her independence and desire for adventure with societal expectations of women. Meg is the eldest and strives to be a perfect lady, while Beth is gentle and kind but struggles with her health. Amy is the youngest and often behaves
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Social Science of Mother's Day Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE with KEY
Final 5* Examples Teen Laws/ 'How a Bill Becomes a Law" Mock Congress Bill ideas
Here are 5 final examples of actual bills passed in the state of Colorado that are teen-aged appropriate laws meant to initiate discussion and facilitate further individual student research. This sample batch includes the regulation of boxing, safe routes to school bicycle program, P.E. teacher qualifications, high school graduation requirements, and prohibiting date-rape drugs. These are non-editable resources meant primarily as information for middle and high school-aged students. If you are
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7th - 12th
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6 More* Examples Teen Laws/ 'How a Bill Becomes a Law' Mock Congress Bill ideas
Here are 6 examples of actual bills passed in the state of Colorado that are teen-aged appropriate laws meant to initiate discussion and facilitate further individual student research. This sample batch includes limiting K-12 class sizes, selling school property, authorizing wildlife sanctuaries, updating bicycle traffic laws, ensuring college textbook affordability, and mental health / wellness education in schools.These are non-editable resources meant primarily as information for middle and h
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7th - 12th
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5 Examples Teen Laws/ 'How a Bill Becomes a Law' Mock Congress Bill ideas
Here are 5 examples of actual bills passed in the state of Colorado that are teen-aged appropriate laws meant to initiate discussion and facilitate further individual student research. This sample batch includes prohibiting tattooing and piercing of minors, encouraging hybrid vehicles, a resolution on bullying, protecting phone privacy, and prohibiting teen smoking.These are non-editable resources meant primarily as information for middle and high school aged students. If you are doing a 1-2 day
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7th - 12th
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A League of Their Own (1992) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"A League of Their Own" is a sports comedy-drama film that tells the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL), which was formed during World War II when many Major League Baseball players went off to fight in the war. The film is set in 1943 and follows the Rockford Peaches, one of the teams in the league.The story centers around two sisters, Dottie Hinson (played by Geena Davis) and Kit Keller (played by Lori Petty), who join the Rockford Peaches and struggle with s
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Best of Enemies (2019) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions/KEY
Using "The Best of Enemies" (2019) in a history class offers a compelling opportunity to explore themes of racial tension, civil rights struggles, and community activism in American history. Here's a rationale for its use:Civil Rights Movement: The film is set in the context of the civil rights movement in Durham, North Carolina, during the 1970s. It provides a nuanced portrayal of the challenges faced by African Americans in their fight for equality and the resistance they encountered from whit
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Help (2011) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
"The Help" is a 2011 drama film based on the novel of the same name by Kathryn Stockett. Set in 1960s Mississippi during the civil rights movement, the film tells the story of Skeeter, a young white woman who decides to write a book about the experiences of black maids working in white households.Skeeter enlists the help of Aibileen and Minny, two black maids who are initially hesitant to speak out but eventually agree to share their stories with her. As they work together to compile the book, S
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Fly With Me: How Airline Stewardesses changed the face of Women's Rights
THEY WANTED TO SEE THE WORLD AND ENDED UP CHANGING ITFROM THE COLLECTION: WOMEN IN AMERICAN HISTORYFly With Me tells the story of the pioneering young women who became flight attendants at a time when single women were unable to order a drink, eat alone in a restaurant, own a credit card or get a prescription for birth control. Becoming a “stewardess,” as they were called, offered unheard-of opportunities for travel, glamour, adventure and independence. Although often maligned as feminist sellou
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Dreamgirls (2006) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Dreamgirls" (2006) is a musical drama film directed by Bill Condon, based on the 1981 Broadway musical of the same name. The movie follows the rise to fame of a fictional girl group called "The Dreams" in the 1960s and 1970s.Set in the turbulent era of the music industry, the story revolves around Effie White (played by Jennifer Hudson), Deena Jones (played by Beyoncé Knowles), and Lorrell Robinson (played by Anika Noni Rose), three talented African American singers in Detroit. They are discove
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Jamie Foxx Movies Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Suffragette (2015) Summary/Vocabulary/Movie Questions: US/Woman's History
"Suffragette" is a historical drama film released in 2015, directed by Sarah Gavron and written by Abi Morgan. The film stars Carey Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter, and Meryl Streep. The movie is set in early 20th century England and follows the story of Maud Watts (Carey Mulligan), a working-class woman who becomes involved in the women's suffrage movement. Maud's involvement in the movement becomes more and more radical as she faces violence and discrimination from both the government and socie
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in: Women's History Movie and Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Ken Burns’ The Roosevelts (2014) Documentary Viewing Guide:Summary/Questions/KEY
"The Roosevelts: An Intimate History" is a documentary film series by Ken Burns that chronicles the lives of Theodore, Franklin, and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of one of the most influential and iconic families in American history. The series covers the period from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century and explores the personal and political lives of the Roosevelts, as well as their impact on American society and culture. Episode 1: "Get Action" (1858-1901) This episode covers the
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Candidate (1972) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"The Candidate" is a political satire film released in 1972, directed by Michael Ritchie and starring Robert Redford. The film follows the story of Bill McKay (played by Redford), a young and idealistic lawyer and community organizer. McKay is approached by Marvin Lucas (played by Peter Boyle), a political strategist, to run for the U.S. Senate in California against the incumbent Republican Senator Crocker Jarmon. Initially uninterested in politics and skeptical of the political system, McKay ag
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Elections/Voting/Government Movie & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Dave (1993) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions with KEY
"Dave" is a 1993 comedy film directed by Ivan Reitman. The story revolves around Dave Kovic, a look-alike for the President of the United States, Bill Mitchell. When President Mitchell falls into a coma, his conniving Chief of Staff, Bob Alexander, recruits Dave to stand in for the President to avoid a political scandal. Dave, an affable and well-meaning man, embraces the role and begins to make positive changes in the country, much to the surprise of those around him.As Dave becomes more involv
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Elections/Voting/Government Movie & Documentaries Viewing Guide BUNDLE
Spencer (2022) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Spencer" (2022) is a psychological drama film directed by Pablo Larraín, starring Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana. Set over the course of a weekend at the Sandringham Estate in December 1991, the film follows Princess Diana as she grapples with her crumbling marriage to Prince Charles during the Christmas holiday. Feeling trapped within the confines of the royal family and struggling with her mental health, Diana navigates the pressures of her public persona while longing for freedom and auth
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Women's History Month: Movie & Documentary Viewing Guide BUNDLE
The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson (2017) Documentary Viewing Guide w/ KEY
"The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson" is a documentary film released in 2017 and directed by David France. The film explores the life, activism, and mysterious death of Marsha P. Johnson, a transgender rights activist and a key figure in the early LGBTQ+ rights movement.Marsha P. Johnson was a prominent advocate for the rights of transgender and gay individuals during the 1960s and 1970s. She played a significant role in the Stonewall uprising of 1969, a pivotal event in the LGBTQ+ rights mo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Milk (2008) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions/KEY
Milk (2008) is a biographical film directed by Gus Van Sant. The movie tells the story of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay person to be elected to public office in the United States.The film starts in 1970s San Francisco, where Harvey Milk, a middle-aged closeted man, and his partner Scott Smith move to the city and open a camera shop in the Castro District. Milk becomes a prominent figure in the gay community and is eventually elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.Throughout the mo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Psychology of Gender/Sexuality Movie Guide BUNDLE
The Best of Enemies (2019) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"The Best of Enemies" is a 2019 American biographical drama film directed by Robin Bissell. The film is based on the true story of an unlikely friendship between civil rights activist Ann Atwater and Ku Klux Klan leader C.P. Ellis during the desegregation of schools in Durham, North Carolina in 1971. The film features outstanding performances by Taraji P. Henson as Ann Atwater and Sam Rockwell as C.P. Ellis. The chemistry between the two actors is palpable, and they bring to life the complex rel
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Social Science Survival Packet: High School United States History BUNDLE
Respect (2021) Movie Viewing Guide: Summary/Vocabulary/Questions
"Respect" is a biographical drama film released in 2021, directed by Liesl Tommy. The film tells the inspiring story of the legendary singer Aretha Franklin and her rise to fame. Here's a quick summary of the movie:Plot Summary: "Respect" chronicles the life of Aretha Franklin (played by Jennifer Hudson), from her early years growing up in Detroit to becoming an international music icon. The film delves into Aretha's personal struggles, triumphs, and the challenges she faced on her journey to su
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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