UNITED STATES For the first time, thousands of films showing U.S. atmospheric nuclear weapons tests are freely, publicly available in an online archive. (New York Times) What impact did atmospheric nuclear tests have on the scientists who watched them in person? Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit, including today’s simple MapMaker Interactive map. Discussion Ideas The brainiacs … Continue reading Bombs Away on YouTube
HEALTH Climate change is poised to affect the health of Americans in every part of the country. (LiveScience) How do you teach about climate change? How do you not teach about climate change? Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit. Discussion Ideas The Medical Society Consortium on Climate & Health lists eight ways in which human health will … Continue reading Climate Change Is Making Us Sick
UNITED STATES The Department of Homeland Security has unveiled new policies aimed at detaining and deporting more immigrants who are in the U.S. illegally. (NPR and USA Today) Use our study guide to learn more about the newest waves of immigrants to the U.S. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit. Discussion Ideas How have the new Immigration … Continue reading What Are the New Immigration Rules?
UNITED STATES What better way to celebrate Presidents Day than with a cool list? Where does your favorite rank? (C-SPAN) Find your favorite president on our cool map! Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit, including a link to today’s MapMaker Interactive map. (Yes, it’s updated to reflect the recent election.) Discussion Ideas The C-SPAN survey ranks U.S. … Continue reading What Presidents Were America’s Greatest Leaders?
UNITED STATES The damaged California dam is in the spotlight now, but it’s not alone among the facilities needing upgrades. (Nat Geo News) Why do we have dams? Use our resources to better understand. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit, including today’s MapMaker Interactive map. Discussion Ideas Nat Geo News reports that there are more than 80,000 … Continue reading What’s Happening at the Oroville Dam?
