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FLIGHT SCHOOL SERIES
Program 1: Inspired to Fly
Grades 4-8
Introduces the principles and practices of early powered flight
Program 2: Higher, Faster, Farther!
Grades 4-8
Explores revolutionary innovations in flight speed, distance, and aviation technology
Program 3: Blast Off!!!
Grades 4-8
Examines the history of rocket-propelled flight, the space race, the lunar landing, and the space shuttle program
Program 4: From Above
Grades 4-8
Explores what flying above the Earth teaches us about the planet and its inhabitants
MOUNT VERNON PARTNERSHIP
First in War: George Washington and the American Revolution
Grades 9-12
Explores how Washington’s leadership was instrumental in securing American independence.
[DVD available in January. Other video formats]
History Meets Hollywood
Grades 9-12
Explores the positive and negative results of portraying historical figures and events through popular film
Nation to Nation
Grades 9-12
Explores whether Washington’s Indian diplomacy and policies set the stage for 19th century American policy
Primarily George
Educators
Educators highlight online primary source documents that can be used to teach students about George Washington
The Real Martha Washington
Grades 3-5
Examines America's first first lady's incredibly full and vibrant life
Seed to Table: Farming at Mount Vernon
Grades K-5
Profiles George Washington as a farmer and a businessman
Shaping the Presidency
Grades 8-12
Looks at George Washington's impact on defining the office of the president
Slavery at Mount Vernon
Grades 8-12
Examines the lives of the enslaved community at Mount Vernon and Washington’s changing attitudes toward slavery