Free Printable Ancient Rome Lessons from Revenge of the Titans

Just in time for the release of "Revenge of the Titans" and to go with "Clash of the Titans" here are free printable lessons plans on ancient Rome. The study of Ancient Rome is an integral part of any curriculum, be it homeschool, parochial school or public school. Our heritage in the western world owes much to the ancient Romans. Ancient Rome gave us our roots in politics, philosophy, many sports as well as technology. Roman roads were forerunners to the modern highway. Ancient Roman aqueducts gave us the protocol for modern plumbing and irrigation. Roman military, warfare and weapons were precursors to modern warfare. All the romance languages stem from the ancient Roman language of Latin. The Roman empire stretched as far north and west as the British Isles. Read more at Free Printable Ancient Rome Lesson Plans, Activities 

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'

Invisible Children Kony 2012; Film Eye-Opening, but Limited

This is an article I wrote about the Invisible Children program and filmmaker Jason Russell's team. It covers IC's film "Kony 2012." Russell is an outspoken advocate for a military presence in Uganda to overthrow Joseph Kony's Lord's Resistance Army. Russell has harsh words for those who differ with his vision. He said recently in Alternet "A lot of people  fear Christians, they  fear Liberty University, they  fear Invisible Children - because they feel like we have an agenda. They see us and they go, "You want me to sign up for something, you want my money. You want, you want me to believe in your God."  And it freaks them out." Kony 2012 doesn't freak me. It concerns me that it's misguided. Here's why. Invisible Children, Jason Russell's Kony 2012 Movie Limited.

Showtime "The Borgias" Redefines Debauchery

Showtime "The Borgias" Redefines Debauchery : "The Borgias were a15th/16th century Spanish family that took power in Italy. Rodrigo, Cesare and Lucrezia Borgia had a hand in Europe's Renaissance; they also dispensed poison, simony (the selling of Church indulgences), political intrigue, and murder (to name a few of their cardinal sins). 'The Borgias' is a new showtime mini-series that promises to redefine debauchery."

Best Movies for Asian American History and 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. Click here

Best Movies for Cinco de Mayo

Best Movies for Cinco De Mayo
Cinco de Mayo isn't the Mexican independence day, but it does celebrate an unprecedented military victory. A small Mexican army routed the superior French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Here are movies to celebrate Mexican culture.
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Best Movies on Ireland and 19th-20th Century Irish History

Best Irish Movies for St. Patrick's Day
Great movies to help students explore and understand Ireland, Irish history, IRA, Sein Fien, Irish immigrants, Irish in America, Irish Free State, famine in Ireland and Ireland in general.
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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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'Fitna' Not Fit for School Students

KY Student Upset Over Violent Anti-Islam 9-11 Movie Showed in Class
Somerset, KY. 17 year-old Amber Cruey is upset over a movie shown a high school class. Anti- Islam film 'Fitna' was shown on 9-11. The film shows beheaded and brutalized children's bodies other acts of violence.
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10 Free History Websites and Film Clips

Websites for Free U.S. History Lesson Plans
10 website reviews for teachers of US history. Sites offer free video clips, film footage clips, lessons plans, materials, primary sources, and materials.
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Vietnam Literature-based Films

Literature-Based Movies for Vietnam War History: Explore the Conflict Through Literature, Art and Film
Books and films to help students explore and connect with the Vietnam conflict. Not cheesy Hollywierd! Not simple shoot an slash thrillers! And not dull, dry history!
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Foreign Films with Literature Connections

Best Foreign Films and Films Set in Foreign Countries
Foreign films have an alluring je ne ce quoi. They have an edgy elegance. Here is the definitive list of the ten best foreign films, films shot on location and films based on foreign countries. Most films are based on books and historical events. Get ready to be dazzled!
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WWII Movies for American and World History Units

Literature-Based Movies for World War Two History Lessons
Need good quality film and literature connections for WWII unit? Here are six literature based movies for American, World, and European history classes. Films cover spectrum of issues in the Second World War.
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Medieval Lit-Based Films (1100-1500ad)

Literature Based Movies for Medieval History or Lit Class: Life in the Middle Ages: 1100-1500
Definitive list of movies to explore middle ages. Films based on literature. Medieval times films for history, literature and social studies classes.
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