Instructional Video3:33
Wonderscape

Maya Angelou’s Journey: Writing and Civil Rights

K - 5th
This video explores Maya Angelou’s time as a dancer, her global travels, and her decision to pursue writing. It highlights her experiences with the Harlem Writers Guild, her involvement in the Civil Rights Movement, and the...
Instructional Video2:12
Curated Video

The Great American Songbook

9th - Higher Ed
The Great American Songbook, a collection of jazz standards and show tunes created by talented songwriters in early 20th century New York, provided solace and joy during difficult times in U.S. history.
Audio
NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: The Great American Opera: "Porky and Bess"

9th - 10th
Opera or musical? Read some interesting background on "Porky and Bess" by George Gershwin, then listen to an audio presentation on "The Great American Opera". [1:18]