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The following websites have been approved for use in the classroom by EDSITEment. Browse websites by subject area.
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Literature & Language Arts
The University of Arizona Poetry Center's Audio Video Library
The Poetry Center's Audio Video Library features recordings from the Center's long-running Reading Series and other readings presented under the auspices of the Center.
History & Social Studies
The War of 1812
Website for the PBS film War of 1812. Includes short scholarly essays on the American, British, Canadian & Native American perspectives on the war, the role of black sailors and soldiers, diplomatic maneuvers, James Madison’s leadership, and the military campaigns. Multiple lesson plans for elementary, middle and high school levels.
History & Social Studies
The War That Made America
The War That Made America tells the story of the French and Indian War (1754-1763), which began in the wilderness of the Pennsylvania frontier and spread throughout the colonies, into Canada, and ultimately around the world. it is narrated and hosted by Graham Greene, the Academy-Award nominated actor for Dances With Wolves and an Oneida Indian whose ancestors fought in this war.
History & Social Studies
This Constitution: A Bicentennial Chronicle
Devoted to research and scholarly exchanges on the Constitution. Through the sites activities and those of others, students will come to a greater awareness and comprehension of the American Constitution.
History & Social Studies
Thomas A. Edison Papers
Encyclopedic database on Edison's life and work as an inventor and businessman.
History & Social Studies
Thomas Gray Archive
This “interactive hypermedia repository” describes itself as a “dynamic online environment that serves as a reading aid for the interested general reader and as a research tool for professional readers of Gray’s work.”
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