The Iowa Heritage
Three Communities of Belief (#108)
The Icarians, the Community of True inspiration, and the Old Order Amish came to Iowa in the 1800's because it offered them isolation, but as the state developed, all but one of the communities were either forced to change or simply ceased to exist. [29 minutes]
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Three Communities of Belief (#108)
Full Program: The Icarians, the Community of True Inspiration and the Old Order Amish came to Iowa in the 1800s because it... 29:45
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The Coming Heritage (#115)
Full Program: The way Iowans related to their environment in the past and how they will relate to it in the future creates the Iowa... 27:04
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Iowa Impressions (#114)
Full Program: This program examines the art and lives of five people who expressed their Iowa heritage in their own unique style. 29:32
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Roots in the Soil (#112)
Full Program: Each advancement in farming technology brought increased yields to Iowa farmers, but it has always been farmers'... 28:12
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Iowa's Industrial Roots (#111)
Full Program: Iowa did have other industries besides farming--among them coal mining, lumbering and milling. 28:51
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Information For Teachers
- Grade Levels
- 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
- Curricular Areas
- Literacy & Languages
- Social Studies
- Series Length
- 15 episodes
- Average Episode Length
- 28 minutes
- Record Rights
- Recording/duplication allowed in perpetuity. If you miss the broadcast, contact your AEA for copies.
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Series Description: THE IOWA HERITAGE covers Iowa's history from prehistory through the present. The series provides a vivid and personal look at Iowa's development, culture and achievements.
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