Through the Lens of Robert Capa: Lesson Overview
Overview: Nothing tells a story like a picture – and Robert Capa’s pictures are some of the most famous in the world. Capa, the preeminent documentarian of 20th century war, photographed five epic...
View ArticlePaul Robeson: The Renaissance Man: Lesson Overview
Overview: Paul Robeson was an exceptional athlete, actor, singer, cultural scholar, author, and political activist. His talents made him one of the most recognized men of his time, yet his commitment...
View ArticleDiego Rivera: Art as the Universal Language: Lesson Overview
The question of ownership of art has been debated for centuries. Many support the view that since art is essential for human life it can’t just belong to the few. Diego Rivera, a renowned artist, said...
View ArticleLucille Ball: What’s So Funny?: Lesson Overview
Introduction Lucille Ball was a great comic actress. After starring in more than 60 movies and being known as the “Queen of the B-movie”, she found her identity as a clown on the long running TV series...
View ArticleF. Scott Fitzgerald: Winter Dreams: Lesson Overview
Introduction In this lesson plan, students study the biography and work of F. Scott Fitzgerald. They learn how the author used autobiographical elements in writing his stories, and they try a hand at...
View ArticleEdward R. Murrow: This Reporter: Lesson Overview
Overview: During World War II, Edward R. Murrow became the CBS news correspondent for CBS radio, delivering riveting reports on the bombing of London and the experiences of soldiers. He handpicked a...
View ArticleRobert Rauschenberg: Reinventing Art: Lesson Overview
Introduction Robert Rauschenberg is one of the pivotal artists of the 20th century. His work, perhaps more than any other artist of his time, holds a mirror up to our culture. Using the American...
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JD Salinger: Educator’s Guide and Poster
In support of the AMERICAN MASTERS Salinger broadcast, WNET is distributing 30,000 copies of the “Salinger, A Film by Shane Salerno” education poster to schools nationwide. The poster, which can be...
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