Program Flyer: Setting the Scene Series: Where the Red Fern Grows
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Content Provider
Milwaukee Public Museum
Contact Information
Gaye-Lynn Clyde
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Content Provider
Milwaukee Public Museum
Contact Information
Gaye-Lynn Clyde
Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee, WI 53233
United States
Phone: (414) 278-6146
Fax: (414) 278-6108
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History
Program Description
Set the scene for students reading “Where the Red Fern Grows” at the Milwaukee Public Museum.This program is designed to enhance readers’ understanding and appreciation for this great American novel by Wilson Rawls through an interactive videoconference program that takes them back in time. Students explore life in the depression era in a general store setting, where they shop, visit, and experience a whole new way of life, including a Native American legend that brought much needed hope to the Cherokee people.
National Standards to which this program aligns
Language ArtsEnglish NL-ENG.K-12.1;TechnologyTechnology Communication Skills NT.K-12.4
State Standards to which this program aligns
Wisconsin English Language Arts Oral Language C.4.2, 3; C.8.2, 3; C.12.2, 3; Research & Inquiry F.8.1;
Set the scene for students reading “Where the Red Fern Grows” at the Milwaukee Public Museum.This program is designed to enhance readers’ understanding and appreciation for this great American novel by Wilson Rawls through an interactive videoconference program that takes them back in time. Students explore life in the depression era in a general store setting, where they shop, visit, and experience a whole new way of life, including a Native American legend that brought much needed hope to the Cherokee people.
National Standards to which this program aligns
Language ArtsEnglish NL-ENG.K-12.1;TechnologyTechnology Communication Skills NT.K-12.4
State Standards to which this program aligns
Wisconsin English Language Arts Oral Language C.4.2, 3; C.8.2, 3; C.12.2, 3; Research & Inquiry F.8.1;
Program Length
45-60 Minutes
45-60 Minutes
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
By Request/On Demand Cost: $95.00
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be received seven (7) days prior to the program to avoid being charged. Partial reductions or cancellation of fees due to technical situations will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Cancellations due to weather-related causes will not be charged a program fee provided the Passport Distance Learning Series is notified of the situation at least two hours prior to the start of the program. Late arrivals and "no shows" will be charged the full cost of the program and any line charges.
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
By Request/On Demand Cost: $95.00
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be received seven (7) days prior to the program to avoid being charged. Partial reductions or cancellation of fees due to technical situations will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Cancellations due to weather-related causes will not be charged a program fee provided the Passport Distance Learning Series is notified of the situation at least two hours prior to the start of the program. Late arrivals and "no shows" will be charged the full cost of the program and any line charges.
Is video taping allowed?
No
No
The Provider broadcasts over
ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 384 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
Receiving sites must dial-in.
ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 384 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
Receiving sites must dial-in.