E Ho'omau! (To preserve; to learn from the past and perpetuate the good) is a curriculum development project funded under the Native Hawaiian Education Program of the U.S. Department of Education (http: //www.ed.gov/programs/nathawaiian/index.html). It begins with the creation of three high quality animated versions of traditional Hawaiian legends, designed to be engaging and culturally appropriate. These are complemented by standards-based written materials and teacher training activities to strengthen language arts and science achievement for Native Hawaiian 4th graders. E Ho'omau! addresses the need to improve the literacy skills of students of Hawaiian ancestry by integrating evidence-based educational approaches with a visually-rich learning system based on Hawaiian legends. The idea is to elevate student motivation and enhance self-confidence while providing meaningful learning opportunities.
E Ho'omau! (To preserve; to learn from the past and perpetuate the good) is a curriculum development project funded under the Native Hawaiian Education Program of the U.S. Department of Education (http: //www.ed.gov/programs/nathawaiian/index.html). It begins with the creation of three high quality animated versions of traditional Hawaiian legends, designed to be engaging and culturally appropriate. These are complemented by standards-based written materials and teacher training activities to strengthen language arts and science achievement for Native Hawaiian 4th graders. E Ho'omau! addresses the need to improve the literacy skills of students of Hawaiian ancestry by integrating evidence-based educational approaches with a visually-rich learning system based on Hawaiian legends. The idea is to elevate student motivation and enhance self-confidence while providing meaningful learning opportunities.
E Ho'omau! (To preserve; to learn from the past and perpetuate the good) is a curriculum development project funded under the Native Hawaiian Education Program of the U.S. Department of Education (http: //www.ed.gov/programs/nathawaiian/index.html). It begins with the creation of three high quality animated versions of traditional Hawaiian legends, designed to be engaging and culturally appropriate. These are complemented by standards-based written materials and teacher training activities to strengthen language arts and science achievement for Native Hawaiian 4th graders. E Ho'omau! addresses the need to improve the literacy skills of students of Hawaiian ancestry by integrating evidence-based educational approaches with a visually-rich learning system based on Hawaiian legends. The idea is to elevate student motivation and enhance self-confidence while providing meaningful learning opportunities.
A South Carolina farmer does it like his ancestors did -- he and his family farm exactly the way his predecessors did 200 years ago, with the exact same seed stock and with the exact same methods on the exact same land. Watermelon, kale, okra, hemp, a wide variety of crops -- so far, the whole venture has been a wild success. Nat has also dedicated his life to reviving ancient crops on the edge of extinction, from pumpkins, gourds and maize grown by American indigenous peoples to the specific African peanuts and melons that were a sustenance crop for enslaved peoples before the American Civil War.
From the sumptuous Amalfi coast to the isle of Procida by way of the Sorrento Peninsula and Capri, this is Naples! From encounter to encounter, this is a portrait of this region of Italy, noted as a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. The exploration is by both ground and air, with some unexpected encounters in this capital of opera.
Biologists have arrived to ensure that the extraordinary natural heritage of the Tremiti Islands in the Puglia region, known here as the "pearls of the Adriatic", remain unaffected by ever-increasing tourism. Further south, within the Torre Guaceto natural reserve, a system of sustainable fishing is bringing fresh life to the fishing banks, while in Salento, passionate enthusiasts are restoring old sailing ships and putting the soul back into their village. From the far north to the southern point of a breathtakingly beautiful coastline we bring the stories of men and women who are refusing the choice between economic anemia and massive exploitation.
Celebrating the most epic landscapes on Earth! Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted to the high life. Narrated by Matthew Gravelle (Broadchurch), Mountains and Life combines stunning photography with thoughtful storytelling to create an emotional engagement with the soaring peaks of the Himalayas, the Andes, the Alps, and beyond.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
The lands and islands of the Mediterranean played host to some the most extraordinary sieges in European history, including the island of Malta as well as the commercial superpower of the 16th century, Venice. The love/hate relationship between Christian Europe and the Ottoman Empire exploded into an all out war for control of the Mediterranean.
This comprehensive series is designed to help young learners understand and appreciate the images that have become the symbols that represent the greatness of the world?s mightiest nation. These images, recognized around the world, symbolize the American people, the American government, the ideals of American democracy and the determination of the people to foster the American spirit.
Asia's Monarchies are all unique, but there is one thing they all share in common - all are at a fascinating point in their various histories. In this five-part series we journey to the heart of these beautiful lands to understand the relationship between the people and their monarchs. To many, their monarchy is an anachronism, an institution that hampers progression. To others, it is the heart and soul of their nation, part of their shared history and a guard against the dangers of modernity. What does the future hold for these monarchies? What is clear is that Asia's monarchies are at a tipping-point and that what happens to each of them will bring about a whole new era that will affect not only the East but the whole world.
Brunei may be one of the richest nations in the world, but financial problems have beset even their royal house. The sultan has recently made moves towards some form of partial democracy. However, it is up to him whether or not he introduces it. Why did he make a move to do so, and then let it drop?
This comprehensive series is designed to help young learners understand and appreciate the images that have become the symbols that represent the greatness of the world?s mightiest nation. These images, recognized around the world, symbolize the American people, the American government, the ideals of American democracy and the determination of the people to foster the American spirit.
This comprehensive series is designed to help young learners understand and appreciate the images that have become the symbols that represent the greatness of the world?s mightiest nation. These images, recognized around the world, symbolize the American people, the American government, the ideals of American democracy and the determination of the people to foster the American spirit.
This comprehensive series is designed to help young learners understand and appreciate the images that have become the symbols that represent the greatness of the world?s mightiest nation. These images, recognized around the world, symbolize the American people, the American government, the ideals of American democracy and the determination of the people to foster the American spirit.
This comprehensive series is designed to help young learners understand and appreciate the images that have become the symbols that represent the greatness of the world?s mightiest nation. These images, recognized around the world, symbolize the American people, the American government, the ideals of American democracy and the determination of the people to foster the American spirit.
It began when revolutionaries stormed a prison called the Bastille. What were the underlying causes for the revolution? What was the Reign of Terror? Who was Maximilian de Robespierre? Then we take a look at the aftermath of the French Revolution and the impact it had on other political ideologies and governments to better understand why this dramatic period was so important in history.
We begin with the birth of the Nation and what led to the Declaration of Independence. How is it that thirteen small colonies in North America were able to succeed ? against a global power such as Great Britain? Learn about the seven-year war, the Boston Tea Party and the origin of the Declaration of Independence. Concepts such as triangular trade, the Founding Fathers, separatists and federalists are presented. Once the War of Independence was won, why did it take years to write the Constitution? And what was life like afterwards, and how did Native Americans and slaves fare? It is these events that shaped the America of today.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
Every decade has it's share of important events. But in this completely engrossing series we bring you only the best, the most far-reaching, the most worldly, and the most consequential. It is extremely rare that a series of this magnitude can offer such a unique clarity of events, credibly enhanced by only the "most privy" in insider accounts. Broken into timelines, by decade, this spellbinding series encompasses a 100 YEAR span of history by focusing on only the most notable. It's all covered! A must have collection that captures the significance of wars, politics, tragedy's, achievements, influences, events and people.
The lands and islands of the Mediterranean played host to some the most extraordinary sieges in European history, including the island of Malta as well as the commercial superpower of the 16th century, Venice. The love/hate relationship between Christian Europe and the Ottoman Empire exploded into an all out war for control of the Mediterranean.
This comprehensive series is designed to help young learners understand and appreciate the images that have become the symbols that represent the greatness of the world?s mightiest nation. These images, recognized around the world, symbolize the American people, the American government, the ideals of American democracy and the determination of the people to foster the American spirit.