Have a Wonderful Kind of Day with Arthur
Since 1996, children have been entertained by the fun animated adventures of Arthur, the bespectacled aardvark from the show of the same name, as he navigates the ups and downs of childhood with his friends and family. Based on the children’s books by Marc Brown, Arthur is a show about growing up, exploring the world, […]
Explore and Teach Themes from Wicked with These Resources
Is the book, acclaimed Broadway musical, and Oscar-winning movie Wicked pop-uuu-lar among your students? We’ll bet it is, and you can use Infobase products to help use this phenomenon to teach your students about important themes in literature both in Wicked and in the novel it was based on, L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard […]
Honor Women’s History with Infobase
Every year, the month of March is dedicated to the celebration and study of the vital roles that women have played in American history. We at Infobase are celebrating, too, by highlighting some of the women’s history content in our database, streaming video, and eBook products that you, staff, and students can use in your […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Streaming Collection
Artificial intelligence, or AI, is one of the most exciting and disruptive technologies today, especially within education. AI has the potential to make many tasks we do every day easier, but it also comes with potential pitfalls—especially if used incorrectly or unethically. As such, it is imperative that both students and educators learn how to […]
Fun Facts about the Presidents
You know how they say “truth is stranger than fiction”? We think this is why it’s fun to learn facts, especially unusual ones—they’re interesting because they’re true! This Presidents’ Day, inspire a love of facts in your students by presenting some fun facts about the interesting men who have run our country. The World Almanac® […]
Librarians, Fight Misinformation with Infobase
Like it or not, we live in an era where misinformation and disinformation are abundant, and a misinformed public cannot make responsible decisions. As such, information literacy, including news literacy and media literacy, has never been more crucial. The foundational critical-thinking skills that come with information literacy will benefit researchers of all ages, and the […]
Celebrate Black History Month with Infobase
Every February, we celebrate the many contributions that African Americans have made to our society and honor the many struggles and triumphs they have faced over the generations. Infobase has a wide range of educational content that is ideal for researchers and educators at all levels looking for solid sources on African-American history. K–12 students, […]
Test Students’ Trivia Knowledge & Research Skills with Infobase
What day does the Spring Equinox land on? How long did the U.S. Civil War last? What was the name of the first woman in space? Trivia games aren’t just fun—they are also exercise for the brain, great for improving memory as well as problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. If you’re looking for a fun way […]
Providing Guidance on Artificial Intelligence (AI)
To many of us parents and educators, the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) in education has been both intriguing and disturbing. Over the past year, I’ve watched my two teenagers experiment with ChatGPT many times, with results that alternate between impressive, ridiculous, and a waste of time. What’s clear is that, for better or worse, […]
Celebrate and Learn with These Holiday Videos and Activities
The winter holidays give teachers the opportunity to present the history of the celebrations and traditions their students participate in every year while introducing them to ones they may not be as familiar with but are just as beloved. They also give teachers and students alike the chance to have a little fun in the […]
The Most Popular K–12 Programs of 2024
What videos are K–12 teachers using in class and lesson planning throughout the year? Here’s a look at the most popular programs on Learn360 each month this year, alongside Topic Centers with related content—more videos, printables, songs, and more—you can use in your classroom. Subscribers, log into Learn360 to watch these videos now. All titles […]
Should the U.S. Keep the Electoral College? A Featured Controversy from Issues & Controversies
Now that the election is over, Americans’ votes are in the hands of the Electoral College. Issues & Controversies’ article highlighting the discussions around that institution has just been updated to reflect the latest election results and statistics. Should the United States continue to use the Electoral College to elect the president? Here is a […]
