This interactive map has students investigate information about a local landfill, incinerator, or recycling facility using data displayed in map format. Click here for the full video page and educator materials. iFrames are not supported on this page.
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Interactive Map: How Geography Drove MLK’s Fight for a Ferry in Alabama
This interactive map invites students to use spatial thinking to analyze how the physical geography of the Gee’s Bend area has shaped its history. For an introduction to the tool, check out the National Geographic MapMaker website and videos. Click here for the full video page and educator materials. iFrames are not supported on this […]
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Interactive Map: Notable Natural Disasters Around the World
This interactive map explores notable natural disasters that have occurred around the world. Students can use this map to learn more about the causes, effects and long-term impact of each disaster. Four Retro Report short documentaries are linked on the map. It can be used in Science classes in conjunction with the lesson plan, Exploring Natural […]
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Interactive Map: Population Policies Around the World
This interactive map delves into the population policies and population trends of 21 countries. It can be used in Geography classes in conjunction with the video and educator materials. This map was made in consultation with Retro Report Council of Educators members Chuck Taft, who teaches U.S. History in Milwaukee and Clayton T. Sweeney II, […]
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Interactive Map: Key Moments in LGBTQ+ History
This interactive map explores key moments in LGBTQ+ history, from the Stonewall uprising in New York City to Obergefell v. Hodges, the Supreme Court decision that guaranteed marriage equality to same-sex couples. Students can learn about activists and organizations committed to fighting for LGBTQ+ rights, as well as significant court cases, legislation and events through […]
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Interactive: Retro Report Periodically
This interactive resource connects Retro Report short docs to elements in the periodic table, complete with illustrations and explanations of the relevant elements. Students can learn more about particular elements and chemical compounds and watch Retro Report short docs that explore how science, history and society intersect. This map was made in consultation with Retro […]
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Interactive Timeline: 25 Supreme Court Cases That Shape Our World Today
This interactive timeline explores twenty-five Supreme Court cases that shape our world today. Students can review the required cases in the AP Government curriculum, among others. Many of the cases are accompanied by a Retro Report short doc, which delves into the story of the case and its connection to today. This lesson covers all […]
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Interactive Map: Retro Report Around the World
Retro Report short docs feature reporting from around the world. Educators, explore our library to find videos for you to use in the classroom.
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Interactive Map: Indigenous Activism in the United States
This interactive map enables students to examine key Indigenous activism events throughout the United States over the course of decades. It includes photos, videos and additional resources for further investigation. For related lesson plans and student activities, visit the Contemporary Indigenous History Collection.
