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1940s House: Making a Connection between WWII and Rationing (5-7)

Through viewing and discussion of the video and investigation of the Web resources, students will develop a deeper understanding of rationing and the mathematics needed in a WWII household.

A Matter of Access: NIAD (K-12)

SPARK looks in on Mike Starosky and his fellow artists in the NIAD day program as they find new forms of expression, independence and dignity through this award winning program. This Educator Guide addresses the notion of "outsider art" and "art of the insane" amidst the larger question of artistic practice.

American Made (6-12)

"American Made" is a film about a Sikh American family whose car breaks down en route to the Grand Canyon, and their only hope for escape is the remote desert highway and the occasional passing car. When car after car fails to stop, family members are forced to confront their notions of faith, conformity, tradition, and sacrifice—and question what it means to be “American” today. This lesson plan includes discussion activities about the definition of family, cultural research activities, and writing assignments related to students' personal histories.

American Music: David Grisman (K-12)

Musician David Grisman combines bluegrass with elements of swing, jazz and gypsy music as he prepares for a performance at Berkeley's Freight and Salvage. This Educator Guide is about the history of bluegrass music.

An Issue of Loyalty: Exploring the Treatment of Japanese Americans During World War II (1941-1945) (5-8)

This lesson is designed to explore the issue of loyalty and disloyalty with regards to Japanese Americans in the internment camps during WWII. Students will examine these abstract ideas as they relate to their lives.

Art in Public Places: Jo Kreiter (K-12)

SPARK follows choreographer/dancer Jo Kreiter and the Flyaway Productions company members as they mix art and politics in a site-specific work about the history of protest on San Francisco's Market Street. This Educator Guide addresses the history of public performance art.

Art Meets Pop Culture: Keith Knight (K-12)

SPARK follows cartoon artist and rap musician Keith Knight as he peddles his strip the K Chronicles at a massive comic convention. This Educator Guide explores the history and form of the cartoon.

Artist in Search of a Medium: Jonathon Keats (K-12)

SPARK trails writer, critic, and Conceptual artist Jonathon Keats as he works on his project, Divine Taxonomy, which attempts to find God's place on the phylogenetic tree. This Educator Guide explores the history of Conceptual art and the role of science in contemporary art.

Backward to the Future (5-6)

Oral histories not only help us to recall important memories, but when told to children in the form of storytelling, they also provide a connection to the real world and give children a place within their own community. Oral histories help to explain events in one's life while providing an account of the time remembered. In this lesson, students watch a video of a personal history and learn the difference between primary sources and secondary sources of information. They learn how technology and media have influenced changes over time in the community and how the development of technology continues to impact our lives.

Challenges in Changing the Face of a City (9-12)

This lesson is designed to explore the complex challenges Oakland's Mayor, Jerry Brown faces as he attempts to bring change to the city of Oakland. Key issues include housing, poverty, gentrification, politics and business development.

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