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Monthly Activities for Grades 1-2

August 2023

August has the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People (Aug 9). Celebrate the Indigenous people and cultures of our world with us this month. We’ve curated resources to use in your classroom related to this observance and more. Explore these PBS LearningMedia resources on these topics to incorporate into your classroom or home:

A drawing of a snake and a lizard on tree branches.

Arts: Carnival of the Animals – Remix

Travel around the world through music with this children’s concert produced and performed by the Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra in front of a live, kid-filled audience! Carnival of the Animals: Remix presents the musical ‘personality’ of animals in short movements using a small orchestra.

Suggested for Grades 9 to 12

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English Language Arts: Homemade Heroes Lesson Plan

In the video, Molly and Tooey are disappointed to discover that a popular comic book, Mighty McMann’s Alaska Adventures, doesn’t reflect anything about their lives in Alaska! So, they decide to create their own comic book featuring a superhero that reflects their own culture. They head to the library to learn how to make a […]

Suggested for Grades 9 to 12

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A girl pulling back a bow and arrow.

Health & PE: Power up with Determination

Lizzy is 18 years old and an athlete and a leader. She was born with spina bifida and has embraced herself and her GIRL Power. She is an archer as well as a basketball player. She played as a point guard for the Rollin Rockets in Charlotte NC. She has the goal of playing for […]

Suggested for Grades 9 to 12

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A Black man in a red suit holds a gold coin towards the camera.

Social Studies: Thank You, Mr. Magic (Methods of Payment)

Meet Mr. Magic! Megan has hired a cool magician for a birthday for her friend Flea. But how should she send the funds to pay him for his services? Here’s a hint—it’s not magic! In this video, starring Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Bootsy Collins, learn about methods of payment, transferring money, and how […]

Suggested for Grades 9 to 12

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A cartoon older woman, girl, and boy with a mouse in his pocket.

World Languages: Oh Noah! Collection

Oh Noah!, (formerly known as Noah Comprende) is designed to teach Spanish to children ages six to eight through animated videos with embedded games that help build vocabulary. In each video, a misunderstanding launches a comic misadventure. Kids learn language better when they can put it into meaningful context.

Suggested for Grades 9 to 12

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