Activities
Videotapes
The museum will mail VIDEOTAPES, the borrower is responsible for
return shipping. The borrower may rent these for two weeks at $5.50
each. An additional $5.50 refundable deposit is required prior to
receiving videotapes.
E-mail education@pbhh.org or call (317) 631-2717 for prices, rental period, and more information.
LIFE OF BENJAMIN HARRISON VIDEOTAPE: GRADES
4 AND UP
A concise overview of the life of Benjamin Harrison, including many
historic photographs. 12 minutes
HOOSIER HISTORY: LIFE AND TIMES OF PRESIDENT
BENJ. HARRISON: GRADES 5 AND UP
A detailed biography of President Harrison produced by Channel 16.
30 minutes
Teaching Guides
A publication of the President Benjamin Harrison Foundation for the President Benjamin Harrison Home Education Department, “6 Essentials for Teaching Social Studies” is an insightful guide for teachers at all levels. Stories from within the Harrison Home demonstrate the practical application and effectiveness of the teaching principles outlined in this book. The 32 page book is divided into six sections, each based around one of the essentials for teaching social studies. These six essentials include:
• Use exciting content (don’t be afraid to deviate)
• Use primary source material
• Use other disciplines and methods of delivery
• Use open-ended questions
• Use field trips
• Establish boundaries
Explanations and examples of these essential principles offer philosophical and practical guidance that suggests a variety of paths teachers can take toward creating higher quality learning experiences for their students.
Cost: $10.00
To purchase or to receive additional information: (317) 631-2717 education@pbhh.org
