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La Salle in Texas: A Teacher's Guide for the Age of Discovery and Exploration
by Pam Wheat-Stranahan, Alan B Govenar
The excavation of the shipwreck La Belle grabbed public attention in Texas, across the nation, and overseas. Especially enthralled with the discoveries from the ship were schoolchildren. Pam Wheat-Stranahan, named by the Texas Historical Commission to head the educational efforts associated with the excavation's traveling exhibit, continued her work on this project after leaving the THC.
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The Blind Lemon Blues Education Project
by Documentary Arts in association with Amas Musical Theatre
Documentary Arts in association with Amas Musical Theatre in New York City developed the Blind Lemon Blues Education Project in 2004, supported in part the National Endowment for the Arts and the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs.
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Masters of Traditional Arts: Education Guide
by Alan B. Govenar, Paddy Bowman, and Betty Carter
Teachers across the country face mounting pressure to help students achieve state and national standards. With expectations continually increasing, these teachers are searching for strategies that incorporate new curriculum standards in creative, meaningful, and purposeful ways.
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