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Daily News Lesson July 29 2026

Jason Epperson on the history found at national parks

Learn about how one podcaster is exploring and educating on the national parks
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Daily News Lesson April 23 2026

What is the future of America's national parks?

Discuss the National Park Service and its role in American life
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Daily News Lesson April 22 2026

Community Connections: What is the future of America's national parks?

Discuss the National Park Service and its role in American life
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Daily News Lesson December 29 2025

Scientists use AI to decode wolf howls in Yellowstone amid privacy concerns for park goers

Explore how the technology works and why it is being used
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Daily News Lesson January 27 2019

Student breakdown on the government shutdown
Use this PBS NewsHour lesson plan with your students for the latest on the government shutdown.
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Daily Video December 12 2017

National monuments: Whose job is it to protect public lands?
Whose land grab is it? And whose job is it to protect public lands? Explore President Trump's decision to dramatically cut back the size of two national monuments in Utah last week with your students.
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Daily Video July 19 2017

America's National Parks: Mammoth archaeological discovery made in Channel Islands National Park

Watch this video about America's National Parks by Student Reporting Labs
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Post August 25 2016

Celebrate 100 years of National Parks with these PBS NewsHour stories
For the U.S. National Park Service centennial, use these NewsHour Extra classroom resources to teach students about the importance of conservation.
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Post July 13 2016

5 things to know for the 100 year anniversary of the National Park Service
On August 25, 2016 the National Park Service will celebrate its 100th birthday. Learn about national parks and the NPS as the centennial approaches.

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