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New! Now availabe on DVD! On My Own: The Traditions of Daisy Turner (DVD)

Daisy Turner, at the age of 103, recalls her childhood in Grafton, Vermont and stories her parents told her about life during the Civil War era. The accompanying teacher's guide, included on the DVD release as a PDF file, provides an overview of the content and discussion suggestions for using the Daisy Turner video and audio recordings in a classroom setting. The guide also outlines units on storytelling and on researching African American history in New England. On My Own: The Memories and Traditions of Daisy Turner and Her Family :: DVD, 28 minutes, with PDF Teacher's Guide :: $15.00

The Abenaki of Vermont A Living Culture (VHS)

In the words of Colin G. Calloway, Professor of History and Native American Studies at Dartmouth College, "The video offers a beautifully filmed introduction to the persistence of Abenaki cultural traditions." Viewers can look over the shoulders of these Native Americans as they make and do the things that connect them to their traditions and their ancestors. The Abenaki of Vermont A Living Culture :: VHS, 28 minutes :: No Longer Available

Teachers Guide: The Abenaki of Vermont A Living Culture

The activities delineated in the teacher's guide address a number of specific state-mandated educational standards, including civic and social responsibility, history and social sciences, biology, environmental science/ecology, writing, research and interviewing skills, and math. The teacher's guide also includes a section on evaluating children's books for anti-Indian bias and an annotated bibliography and resource list. A Teachers Guide: The Abenaki of Vermont - A Living Culture :: paperback, 56 pages :: $16.95

On My Own: The Traditions of Daisy Turner (VHS)

Daisy Turner, at the age of 103, recalls her childhood in Grafton, Vermont and stories her parents told her about life during the Civil War era. The accompanying teacher's guide provides an overview of the content and discussion suggestions for using the Daisy Turner video and audio recordings in a classroom setting. The guide also outlines units on storytelling and on researching African American history in New England. Limited Quantites Available On My Own: The Memories and Traditions of Daisy Turner and Her Family :: VHS 28 minutes, with Teacher's Guide :: $24.95

Many Cultures, One People A Multicultural Handbook About Vermont for Teachers

Bring this unique collection of interviews into the classroom and explore Vermont’s rich multicultural heritage. Text includes interviews with representatives of 22 different cultural groups who call Vermont home, plus essays on multicultural education, overcoming stereotypes, immigration history, and using community resources, and activity suggestions. Many Cultures, One People :: paperback, 276 pages, illustrated :: $14.95

Recording Words: Collecting Oral History and the Art of Interviewing

Drawing on the interviewing experience of VFC folklorists Jane Beck and Gregory Sharrow, Recording Words is a "how-to" guide for people who are interested in oral history research. This volume presents the basic components of an oral history project, from choosing a topic to preserving the recordings, as well as reflections on the role of memory and learning from elders. The appendix includes such practical materials as sample release forms, guidelines for transcription, and bibliography of related resources. A "must" for oral history researchers. Recording Words :: paperback, 70 pages, illustrated : $8.50