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A Nation of Many Cultures

Source: America Responds Lesson Plan

Discover that many factors contribute to the shaping of a person's identity and that differences in human beings, while they can make us uncomfortable at times, are a good thing. Explore one's own family, heritage,and interests and that of others. Details »

The American Flag

Source: America Responds Lesson Plan

Learn the history of the American Flag, what the symbols represent, and proper care and display of the flag. Explore ways the American Flag has played a part in recent events. Details »

On the Job

Source: Curious George Interactive/Online Activity

Match workers to their tools in this online interactive game. NOTE: A self-leveling feature reinforces new learners and challenges more advanced students. Details »

Create Your Own Adinkra Cloth!

Source: Wonders Of The African World Offline Activity/Project

Explore Ashanti symbols and then design an Adinkra "cloth" that tells a story. Create a stamp from found materials, substitute tempera paint for the dye and use paper instead of cloth. Details »

The Quest for the Magic Calabash!

Source: Wonders Of The African World Interactive/Online Activity

Learn the story of the Magic Calabash. Follow an interactive map to visit sites in Africa, and then answer the question about each site to reassemble the pieces of the calabash to win both power and wealth. Details »

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