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November 2009
ARKANSAS STUDIES
ARKANSAS LAKE TOURS
http://www.arkansasstateparks.com/things-to-do/lake-tours/
Visit this site to select the lake tour that you would enjoy most: Swamp-like Lake Chicot provides a natural habitat for egrets, herons, eagles, ibis and the endangered wood stork. A Lake Ouachita cruise reveals the results of the severe folding and faulting which created the beautiful Ouachita Mountains. Other lake tours are offered at DeGray, Daisy, Millwood, Moro Bay, Dardanelle, Catherine, Charles, and Bull Shoals.
CELEBRATE AMERICAN INDIAN HERITAGE MONTH WITH “PRIDE IN OUR HERITAGE WITH GRATITUDE TO OUR ELDERS”
Place: Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site
Date: Friday, Nov. 13, 2009, Historic Site Visitor Center
Time: 10 a.m.
To commemorate American Indian Heritage Month, Little Rock Central High
School National Historic Site welcomes Tasha Warrior, the former Indian Princess of the Native American Coalition of Arkansas for a special program titled “Know Your Roots, Know Yourself” on Friday, November 13, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the Historic Site Visitor Center. The event is free and open to the public.
Warrior will present a fun, educational and interactive program called “Know Your Roots, Know Yourself” geared toward elementary, middle, and high school students. Warrior, who belongs to the Creek and Shawnee tribes, has been Fancy Shall Dancing since she was 12 years old. “I began dancing when my grandfather passed away many years ago. Dancing is my way to honor him and continue the tradition in my family,” said Warrior. “I want to encourage young people to learn their family history and be empowered to represent who they truly are.”
Warrior’s program “Know Your Roots, Know Yourself” will demonstrate and engage students in her Fancy Shall Dance and discuss her role as a modern day Native American woman. She will also speak to the students about the importance of knowing and understanding our shared history, present, and future.
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ART AND MUSIC
SECRETS OF THE DEAD “MICHELANGELO REVEALED”
http://video.pbs.org/video/1214340861
Unravel the mysteries that surround some of Michelangelo’s most famous works. Did Michelangelo leave false clues to protect his dangerous religious beliefs?
LATIN MUSIC USA BRIDGES/THE SALSA REVOLUTION
http://www.pbs.org/latinmusicusa
Grades: 6-12
The rise of American music forged from powerful Latin roots and the influence of Latin music on jazz, hip hop, rhythm and blues and rock n' roll -- and on American culture.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
“FIESTA LATINA” GREAT PERFORMANCES AT THE WHITE HOUSE
http://video.pbs.org/video/1296778877
Join the prestigious audience attending the Fiestas Latina celebration of Latin music. The energy is contagious!
AMERICAN MASTERS “JOAN BAEZ: HOW SWEET THE SOUND”
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/episodes/joan-baez/how-sweet-the-sound/1185/
Grades: K-5
In the first comprehensive documentary to chronicle the private life and public career of Joan Baez, this film examines her history as a recording artist and performer as well as her unwavering journey as the conscience of a generation.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
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COUNSELING AND GUIDANCE
THIS EMOTIONAL LIFE PREMIERES JAN. 10, 2010
http://www.pbs.org/thisemotionallife/
This 3-part series represents what television does best. It opens a window into real lives, exploring ways to improve our social relationships, cope with emotional issues, and become more positive, resilient individuals.
Hosted by Daniel Gilbert, Harvard psychologist and best-selling author of Stumbling on Happiness.
FRONTLINE “INSIDE THE TEENAGE BRAIN”
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/teenbrain/
Do you ever wonder what is going on inside the teen brain? Does the emotional pendulum worry you? This program will examine the physical development of the brain to help explain teen emotions and reactions and how they view the world around them. How does the pre-puberty brain growth spurt change the teen brain? You will learn the impact of teens not receiving 9 ¼ hours of sleep a night. How can this impact policy decisions related to school start times including positive and negative results?
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
SHARING MR. ROGERS WITH A NEW GENERATION
http://pbskids.org/rogers/?utm_source=newsletter1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20090724
Introduce your children to the wonders of Mr. Rogers and his neighborhood through this newly-designed Web site. It’s a safe place to play!
PBS PARENTS “FINANCES FOR KIDS”
http://www.pbs.org/parents/special/article-finance-financialglossary.html
Grades: PreK-5
Even if you don't feel confident about your own money management skills, it's important to start teaching children the value of a dollar at an early age. Point them toward prosperity by introducing basic financial terms.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
PBS PARENTS “SECRETS OF YOUR CHILD'S SOCIAL LIFE”
http://www.pbs.org/parents/special/backinschool.html
Grades: PreK-5
Kids spend a lot of time figuring out who to sit next to on the bus and which group to play with at recess. Learn how to help your child navigate the social side of school.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
THE GOOD ENOUGH MOTHER
http://www.pbs.org/parents/special/article-expectations-goodmother.html?utm_source=newsletter1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20091009
Why do moms blame themselves whenever kids have problems? It's important to realize that being a good mother doesn't mean being a perfect mother.
SOURCE: PBS Parents Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/parents/childdevelopment/
HOW TO GET READY FOR A TEACHER CONFERENCE
http://www.pbs.org/parents/goingtoschool/talking_teachers.html?utm_source=newsletter1&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20091009
Successful communication with your child's teacher is a key component of school success. Whether you're preparing for a parent-teacher conference or sending an email, learn the best ways to talk with teachers.
SOURCE: PBS Parents Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/parents/childdevelopment/
PROGRAMS BY FOCUS AREAS
PROGRAM |
AGE |
FOCUS |
Arthur |
6-9 years |
Reading, writing, social skills |
Between The Lions |
4-7 years |
Reading |
Big Comfy Couch |
PreK |
Cognitive, social, emotional and physical development |
Caillou |
3-6 years |
Social skills |
Clifford Big Red Dog |
4-7 years |
Social skills |
Curious George |
3-5 years |
Science, engineering, math |
Cyberchase |
8-12 years |
Math |
Dragon Tales |
2-7 years |
Social skills |
Electric Company |
6-9 years |
Reading |
Fetch with Ruff Ruffman |
6-10 years |
Social skills, problem solving |
It’s A Big, Big World |
3-6 years |
Life science, geography |
Martha Speaks |
4-7 years |
Reading |
Maya & Miguel |
6-11 years |
Spanish language, social skills |
Mr. Rogers |
3-5 years |
Social skills, self-esteem |
Reading Rainbow |
4-8 years |
Reading |
Sesame Street |
2-4 years |
Reading, math, social skills |
Sid the Science Kid |
3-6 years |
Science |
Super WHY! |
6-8 years |
Reading |
Word Girl |
6-8 years |
Reading |
Word World |
6-8 years |
Reading |
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GRANTS, AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS
“I AM WHAT I LEARN” VIDEO CONTEST
www.ed.gov/IAmWhatILearn
Eligibility: Active middle, secondary and college students, ages 13 and older
Deadline: Nov. 2, 2009
In two minutes or less, America's students have an opportunity to show the nation and the world how far education can take them and how they will achieve their dreams. On September 8, 2009, the President challenged students to take advantage of their education and imagine greater possibilities in their lives.
Students can submit their videos up to two minutes long at www.ed.gov/IAmWhatILearn. There are no restrictions on the style of the video, as students are encouraged to be creative. Winning videos will be chosen based on the following criteria: use of creativity, strength and originality of content, and ability to inspire.
JOHN F. KENNEDY “PROFILES IN COURAGE” ESSAY CONTEST
http://www.jfklibrary.org/Education+and+Public+Programs/Profile+in+Courage+Award/Essay+Contest+for+High+School+Students/
Eligibility: U.S. Students, grades 9-12
Deadline: Jan. 9, 2010
From the contest Web site: The Profile in Courage Essay Contest invites high school students to consider the concept of political courage by writing an essay on a U.S. official who has chosen to do what is right, rather than what is expedient. A “Profile in Courage” essay is a carefully researched recounting of a story: the story of how an elected official risked his or her career to take a stand based on moral principles.
SECONDARY EDUCATION, TWO-YEAR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION, AND AGRICULTURE IN THE K-12 CLASSROOM CHALLENGE GRANTS
http://www.csrees.usda.gov/funding/rfas/sec_challenge.html
Eligibility: Applications may be submitted by eligible public secondary schools, public or private, nonprofit junior or community colleges, and nonprofit organizations
Award Ceiling: $50,000
Award Floor: $35,000
Deadline: Jan. 15, 2010
This program seeks to
(a) promote and strengthen secondary education and two year postsecondary education and two-year post-secondary education in agriculture and agribusiness in order to help ensure the existence in the United States of a qualified workforce to serve the food and agriculture sciences system; and
(b) promote complementary and synergestic linkages among secondary, two-year postsecondary, and higher education programs in the food and agricultural sciences in order to advance excellence in education and encourage more young Americans to pursue and complete a caccalaureate or higher degree in the food and agriculture sciences.
TOYOTA TAPESTRY GRANT FOR OUTSTANDING K-12 SCIENCE TEACHERS
http://www.nsta.org/pd/tapestry/
Eligibility: middle or high school science teacher who teaches a minimum of two science classes per day or an elementary teacher who teaches some science in the classroom
Large Grant Limit: $10,000
Mini-Grant Limit: $2,500
Deadline: Jan. 18, 2010
The Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Science Teachers program offers grants to K–12 science teachers for innovative projects that enhance science education in the school and/or school district. The categories are Physical Science Application, Environmental Science Education, and Integrating Literacy and Science.
Grant Sources
These sources will help locate foundation, government and other grant opportunities. It’s best to start when you have some time to invest, because one thing frequently leads to another link. Grant Writing Tips and Tools
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HEALTH, SAFETY AND FITNESS
JOHN MUIR, VISIONARY OF THE NATIONAL PARKS
http://www.pbs.org/nationalparks/people/historical/muir/
How did this gifted man turn to the wildness of nature for healing and direction? Examine his life and interaction with the natural wonders and untamed places of the United States. What personal relationships helped form the National Park system?
DRAGONFLY TV “DOUBLE DUTCH”
http://www.pbs.org/parents/dragonflytv/scigirls.html
Grades: 3-5
Investigate how the beat and rhythm of a twirling rope affects jumping performance.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
NEWSHOUR EXTRA “HOW ARE VACCINES PRODUCED?” LESSON PLAN
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/teachers/lessonplans/health/july-dec09/fluvaccine.html
Grades: 9-12
Learn key vocabulary terms associated with the immune system and the development of vaccines. Brainstorm about and discuss various topics related to disease prevention and the use of vaccines.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
SECOND OPINION: H1N1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5Saq3UuejE
This Town Hall Meeting format can provide a launching point for classroom discussion about how the H1N1 flu impacts us as individuals, communities and as a society.
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HISTORY AND SOCIAL STUDIES
WHERE DOES YOUR PAYCHECK GO?
http://www.pbs.org/wned/more/facilitatorguide_ch6_lesson1.php
Grades: 9-12
Determine the difference between gross wages and net wages and examine the various payroll deductions found on typical pay stubs. Recognize that when making a personal spending plan net wages, not gross wages, should be considered.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “THE 1930S” TEACHER MATERIALS
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/americanexperience/collection/1930s/teachersresources/6/
One of America’s most tumultuous decades, the 1930s challenged Americans with a financial crisis, environmental catastrophe, and high unemployment rates. The repercussions of the Great Depression brought about change for both the people and the government, and many new habits and policies are still being debated today.
In this Teacher’s Guide, examine the role of government and the New Deal. Explore the relationship between conservation and economic recovery, and look at the personal side of what life was like in the 1930s.
AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “GRAND CENTRAL”
http://video.pbs.org/video/1049430624
What happened Jan.8, 1902 that would change the face and the future of Grand Central Station?
FREE CLASSROOM ACTIVITY GUIDES FOR "YOUR AMERICA"
http://www.pbs.org/now/youramerica/
The Emmy Award-winning news magazine NOW on PBS is offering free teacher and student guides as a companion to the critically-acclaimed book Your America: Democracy's Local Heroes..Your America makes teaching civics accessible and fun through the inspiring stories of real Americans who defeated the odds and made change happen.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
AFRICAN AMERICAN LIVES 2 “GIFT TO THE FUTURE” LESSON PLAN
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/aalives/teachers/gift1.html
Grades: 6-8
Consider the conditions and circumstances that contribute to successful preservation of documents and artifacts over time. Examine surviving documents and artifacts from the past,hypothesize on why these items have survived or been preserved and design a project to preserve the events and culture of today for future generations.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
PEACE AND PROSPERITY IN THE WEST BANK?
http://video.pbs.org/video/1178646042/
Will the new Palestinian security forces and a proposed economic zone change the future of the Middle East? What do your students think will be the economic and political future for the area?
COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG ELECTRONIC FIELD TRIPS SCHEDULE
http://www.history.org/trips/
Teacher Resources: http://www.history.org/history/teaching/index.cfm
Electronic Field Trips: http://www.history.org/history/teaching/eft.cfm
A More Perfect Union |
Witness the conflict and compromise that accompanied the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Join young eighteenth-century observers, unseen by convention delegates, as they travel from state to state tallying the vote. Learn about the ratification process and Americans’ growing interest in their fledgling nation’s new government. |
Jamestown Unearthed |
Take a look at how history is written and reevaluated as new methods of study are introduced. Using the example of Jamestown in 1607, explore the myths and misconceptions of that era: revisit the documents, artifacts, and other evidence through archaeology. Learn how every generation sees the evidence in new ways, and how this affects our understanding of the past. |
Westward! |
Explore the story of the early days of American westward expansion. Daniel Boone recounts the exciting experiences and unexpected consequences associated with moving west. Learn about the risks and grueling personal hardships of creating new settlements. |
The Slave Trade |
Beginning with the American Revolution, this program explores the U.S. law of 1807 that abolished the trans-Atlantic slave trade.Meet the people who were involved in or influenced by this pivotal legislation: the slaves, plantation owners, slave-ship captains, common seamen, government officials, Navy officers, and anti-slavery activists. |
The Rights of Youth |
Imprisonment, whipping, forced transportation, and even death were some of the punishments that courts sentenced children to in the eighteenth century. Witness how justice was administered at a time when criminal laws and sentencing guidelines made few or no exceptions for children. |
Treasure Keepers |
You have seen their work in every museum, but what do conservators really do? Learn how conservators prevent or slow the damage caused by “agents of destruction.” Explore how and why preserving history is important for future generations. |
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LIBRARY, LITERATURE AND READING
NATURE “THE RAVEN: CREATOR OF THE UNIVERSE?” LESSON PLAN
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/lessons/the-raven-creator-of-the-universe/overview/1505/
Grades: 6-8
Analyze the variety of ways that ravens have been perceived by different cultures and mythologies, including as images of death or ill omen. Use persuasive techniques to combat negative perceptions of the raven.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
BETWEEN THE LIONS “THE BEST TRAMPOLINI GAME”
http://pbskids.org/lions/games/trampolini.html
Grade: K-5
Match the positive, comparative and superlative forms of adjectives by rearranging pictures to illustrate the correct progression.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
OF MYTHS AND HEROES
http://www.pbs.org/mythsandheroes/program_episode.html#episode1
Teacher guides accompany these four videos of familiar heroes and myths, including the Queen of Sheba, Kind Arthur, Jason and the Golden Fleece and Shangri-La.
MASTERPIECE CONTEMPORARY “ENDGAME"
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/endgame/index.html
Grades: 612
A nation teeters on the brink of civil war in this real-life political thriller about the negotiations that led to the end of apartheid in South Africa.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
SUPER WHY “READING POWER BINGO”
http://pbskids.org/superwhy/#game/superwhybingo/s
Grades: K-5
Listen to the word Super Why says and click on the word's opposite in this online game.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
BETWEEN THE LIONS “MONKEY MATCH” GAME
http://pbskids.org/lions/games/monkeymatch.html
Grades: PreK-2
Match letters that have the same sound, find matching uppercase and lowercase letters and uncover rhyming words in this online game.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
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MATH AND SCIENCE
LIZARD KINGS
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/lizard/chase.html
Launch the interactive at this Web site to view “up close and personal” shots of the monitor lizards and their cunning ways. Other resource material is available for classroom or independent study.
DINOSAUR TRAIN “PTERANODON FISHING”
http://pbskids.org/dinosaurtrain/games/pteranodonfishing.html
Grades: PreK -2
Explore the anatomy of Pteranodon fishing and the value of teamwork. Count the number of each size of fish that you catch
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
NATURE “CRITTER GUIDE” FOR TEACHERS
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/animal.html
From African elephants to the Star-nosed mole, you can select from a variety of animals to connect to fast facts and additional resources.
MATHTEK “SOLUTIONS” LESSON PLAN
http://www.edu-core.org/external/mathtek/resources/display.asp?id=263&subj=resources
Grades: K-5
Collaborate with other students and agencies to solve a real-life problem. Survey students, compile data and analyze results to define steps they could take to help save tropical rain forests.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
CYBERCHASE “PENGUIN HOCKEY”
http://www.pbs.org/parents/cyberchase/lessons/themes/mathandsports/educators.html
Grades: 3-5
Play "Penguin Hockey" by bouncing hard candy off the side of a box to land on a target. Learn how sports players use the simple geometry rule, "angle-in equals angle-out," to bounce a ball or puck off a backboard and into a goal.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
DINOSAUR TRAIN “HOW BIG ARE YOU?”
http://pbskids.org/dinosaurtrain/games/howbigareyou.html
Grades: PreK -2
Estimate the length of various dinosaurs using modern animals as non-standard units of measurement. Compare the sizes of all the dinosaurs at the end of the game.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
teachers@pbs.org
NOVA “HUBBLE'S AMAZING RESCUE”
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/hubble/
Grades: 6-12
In spring 2009, NASA sent a shuttle crew to service the Hubble Space Telescope for the last time. NOVA presents the inside story of the mission and the extraordinary challenges faced by the rescue crew.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
“THE BEST DAY” LESSON PLAN
http://www.edu-core.org/external/mathtek/resources/display.asp?id=265&subj=resources
Grades: K-5
Examine different displays of data and how to analyze the data displayed. Learn about chance and probability while choosing the best day for a bake sale.
SOURCE: PBS Teachers Newsletter
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/preferences/
NOVA PRESENTS “ASTROSPIES”
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/astrospies
Millions remember the countdowns, launchings, splashdowns, and parades as the U.S. raced the USSR to the moon in the 1960s. But few know that both countries also ran parallel space programs, whose covert goal was to launch military astronauts on spying missions. In this program, NOVA delves into the untold story of this top-secret space race, which might easily have turned into a shooting war in orbit.
SOURCE: NOVA Presents
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
K-12 SCIENCE COURSE FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
http://www.arkansasideas.org/all/new_k-12_science_course
“Journey North” is an Annenberg Media professional development video science workshop series for grades 2 - 7 Arkansas licensed educators.
"Journey North" is also an Internet-based program that engages students in investigations of wildlife migration and seasonal change. Each year, thousands of students and their teachers across North America come together to experience the annual cycle through observation, inquiry, research, and the sharing of data.
With the Professional Development Video and Workshop Guide, teachers can watch "Journey North" classrooms in action and learn how to use the program in their classrooms.
NEW TECHNOLOGY LIBRARIES AT ARKANSAS IDEAS PORTAL
http://ideas.aetn.org/all/new_technology_libraries
Learn more about Wikis, Blogs, Podcasting and more, including how to use your new Mac by taking courses in the three new New Media Technology Libraries
The following New Media Libraries have been added to the Library-Technology in Arkansas IDEAS Learn Now! system:
LIBRARY - Integrating Technology in the Classroom with iLife '08 Table of Contents
- Podcasting with GarageBand
- Web Page Creation with iWeb
- Online Video Sharing with iDVD and iMovie
- Online Photo Sharing with iPhoto
LIBRARY - Integrating Technology in the Classroom with Web 2.0 Tools
Table of Contents
- Interactive Whiteboards
- Podcasts
- Blogs
- Wikis
- Online Video Sharing
- Online Photo Sharing
- Web Page Creation
- Online Searches
LIBRARY - Digital Literacy for Mac
Table of Contents
- VIEW - Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac Training and Testing
- VIEW - Operating Systems and Internet Training and Testing for Mac
FREE AETN IDEAS PORTAL AND AETN VIDEOSTREAMING WORKSHOPS
AETN offers free professional development workshops for Arkansas teachers.
The Arkansas IDEAS Workshop walks educators through all educational resources offered by AETN and a hands-on experience using the IDEAS portal. AETN Videostreaming Workshop will help educators understand the full range of features videostreaming offers.
Participants in either workshop will earn three technology professional development hours.
For registration, please call 1-800-488-6689, or email to education@aetn.org.
We also conduct workshops at schools around the state at no cost to the school district. You can contact us to schedule one for your school today!
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