Explore Space with Infobase
“Tranquility Base, here. The Eagle has landed.” On July 20, 1969, the first crewed mission to the moon landed in the moon’s Sea of Tranquility. In the United States, we commemorate that landing every July 20 with Space Exploration Day, a day to remember this historic mission and to encourage young people to pursue careers […]
Support Your History Instruction with Curated Multimedia Content
It has been said that those who ignore history are doomed to repeat it. This is one of the many reasons history instruction is so crucial for a functioning society. Students need to understand how the events of the past have shaped those of today. Infobase’s history resources are rich with relevant content on core […]
Get Ready to Graduate: Inspire Students with Learn360
Graduation is a pivotal moment in one’s life—a bridge between the familiar comforts of adolescence and the thrilling uncertainties of adulthood. As middle and high school graduates embark on this journey, they are often met with a mixture of excitement, apprehension, and hope. To inspire and guide them through this transition, let’s contemplate powerful words […]
Appreciate Teachers All Year-Round with The Mailbox® Plus
Do you remember an inspirational teacher? It’s a rare person who can’t recall several educators who impacted their lives positively. Teachers do so much for us, and it’s well past time to say, “Thank you.” We at Infobase know being a teacher is a challenging job. With many teachers getting fewer than 40 minutes a […]
The Top 10 Search Terms K–12 Schools Are Using
Curious to find out what search topics are important to K–12 schools and districts? We compiled a list of the 10 most searched topics on the award-winning streaming multimedia resource Learn360 to get a sense of what topics are currently of interest, with links to Learn360 Topic Centers where educators at subscribing institutions can find […]
Learning Through Debate
Debating is an essential part of the democratic system. To debate is to directly participate in a process that is fundamental to the operation of a free and open society. This process includes the honest and forthright exchange and discussion of ideas, the willingness to listen to opposing viewpoints and perspectives, and the impartial weighing […]
Celebrate Shakespeare with Bloom’s Literature
William Shakespeare’s impact on literature is almost impossible to measure. He was responsible for introducing somewhere between 1,500 to 3,000 words to the English language, and people are still making adaptations of his works 400 years after they were written. Yet, while the Bard is a staple in most English literature classrooms, it can be […]
Prepare for November with Infobase’s Elections Content
With the 2024 presidential and congressional elections just around the corner, there’s no better time than now to educate students and learners of all ages about how elections work and their importance. In order to become empowered citizens—and possibly even future politicians!—all students need to learn about the impact voting can have, not just for […]
Celebrate Poetry Month with Learn360: 5 Creative Writing Ideas
From Shel Silverstein to Shakespeare, April is the month dedicated to celebrating the words and insights of history’s greatest poets. Explore the prose and musings of your favorite wordsmiths with Learn360’s inspiring videos, audiobooks, and poetry worksheets, including those you can find in Learn360’s Poetry Topic Center. Then get creative and inspire your students to […]
5 Creative Ideas for the Elementary School Classroom
Technology is everywhere. Embrace your creativity with these innovative strategies and make the most of your Learn360 subscription. 1. Classroom Timeline What did you learn today? Any parent or teacher can tell you that this question is often met with a sigh, and then silence. We often remember the first day of school and the […]
Encourage Girls to Be Mighty with Infobase
You’ve no doubt heard of the “strong female character,” a woman or girl of action who can take charge of a situation, save the day, and often subvert the expectations of others in the process. We at Infobase want to see all girls grow up to become strong female characters of their own, and so […]
More “Fresh Air” Added to Issues & Controversies
Infobase’s Issues & Controversies database is known for its pro/con articles, but what you may be less aware of is the remarkable amount of media you can find on divisive topics in Issues & Controversies, including Fresh Air podcasts from NPR that can give you an even more in-depth look at the issues most talked […]
