TLC Caves to Pressure, Pulls All-American Muslim

TLC (The Learning Channel) has caved to pressure from Florida Family Association and pulled the controversial show "All-American Muslim." Ratings were low, says LA Times, and thanks to FFA's haranguing, many sponsors dropped the show.
I'm a Christian; I'm also an American who believes in freedom, of religion and of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. As an American, I don't think one faction, like FFA, should dictate the nation's viewing choices. Read more at TLC Caves to FFA Pressure, Pulls 'All-American Muslim'

Best Movies For Chinese New Year, Asian Culture

Best Movies and Films to Watch for Chinese New Year One of the best ways to learn about a culture and people is to read books and watch movies based in that country. Chinese New Year begins early in February. Here are best movies and films based in China to explore Chinese New Year. I didn't include "Memoirs of a Geisha" and "Snow Falling on Cedars." Both of these films make great cultural analysis pieces, but they are both a bit to mature for most students. They are also set in Japan. Read on...

Free Printable Wonders of the World Interactive History Lessons

Social Studies Unit -- Wonders of the World
Interactive, hands-on, multi-sensory unit for all ages to study wonders of the world across the curriculum. Includes internet links, video streaming, multimedia and online games.
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