REFERENCE
Ralph Bunche served brilliantly as a professor and diplomat, and made many significant global contributions.
Malcolm X was a contrast to Dr. King, because he took a very different approach to the civil rights movement.
Harriet Tubman's heroic rescue effort brought slaves to freedom.
Shirley Chisholm emerged as an important politician during the 1970s, serving as the nation's first African-American…
Oprah Winfrey is an important public figure in America, having overcome adversity to become a global icon.
GAMES AND APPS
Use this chart to learn how politics have affected and influenced the Olympic Games.
MAPS
A chart listing residency requirements for voting in U.S. federal, state, and local elections.
The results of the 1872, and 1876 presidential elections exemplify the difficulties of the electoral process.
Track-and-field medalists Tommie Smith and John Carlos left an indelible mark on Olympic history with their show of…
Find links to profiles of diver Greg Louganis, protesters Tommie Smith and John Carlos, swimmer Mark Spitz, runners…
A profile of Babe Didrikson, a female athlete who was ahead of her time.
Background information about the 1936 Summer Olympic Games. Intended to accompany A Letter to Jesse Owens lesson plan.
ACTIVITIES
An overview of the nutritional attributes of juice.
A yummy recipe from Ocean Spray.
Classic spice cookie recipe from Ocean Spray.
An article comparing close presidential races in U.S. history.
Learn more about the life of American Grammy Award-winning jazz pianist and orchestra leader, Duke Ellington.
A brief biographical article about Jackie Robinson, the man who broke baseball's color barrier.
Learn about the pitchers who have been inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame.
Learn about the achievements of women in sports around the world, from Mt. Olympus to Cooperstown, N.Y. This timeline…
TEACHING RESOURCE
The research questions that accompany the "Politics & the Olympic Games" lesson plan can also be used on their own to…
This printable Thanksgiving gratitude writing activity for high school students is perfect for celebrating the holiday…
SELF-CARE
Improve your physical wellness by eating and drinking well. The Daily Food Log Printable is a great way to start…
Set achievable weekly healthy eating goals, track your eating and drinking habits, and reflect on your progress with…
