An invaluable teaching tool. Brings to life the challenges and trade-offs of governance; the clash between ambitious government leaders and eventual limits on resources; and the need for congruence between a visionary leader and the time in which he or she serves.
Maxine Isaacs
Lecturer on Government, Harvard University
"The accompanying materials help students better understand the need for insightful and demonstrative leadership, civic engagement and vision in our government and leaders. The Pat Brown documentary has become a central focus of my State and Local Government class."
Linda Reed,
Civitas Coordinator
Rio Americano High School
To get anything done in government — then or today — requires a leader. Pat Brown filled the bill. For a political junkie, it's four stars.
George Skelton,
Los Angeles Times
EMMY® Nominated,
Award Winning Film & Educational Curriculum
The documentary CALIFORNIA STATE OF MIND: The Legacy of Pat Brown takes students on an exciting ride through history and politics. The accompanying 150 page curriculum guide provides lesson plans and resources appropriate for students in grades 4th, 8th, high school, college, and for community groups.
In-depth Curriculum that meets state & national standards
Topics:
- Free Speech Movement
- Fair Housing - Fair Employment
- Water & Growth
- Master Plan for Higher Education
- Death Penalty
- Civil Rights
DVD Package Includes:
Two Versions
- 86-minute theatrical version
- 56-minute educational version
3 educational short videos
- Leadership Then & Now
- Stories & Legacies
- Debating the Death Penalty
Topics covered span California and the United States in the 2nd half of the 20th century, and focus on social studies, history, politics, civics and government, leadership and storytelling. The EDUCATIONAL DVD contains the award-winning 86-minute film, a 56-minute educational version of the film, and three dynamic short educational videos. The film and curriculum give students an important opportunity to examine the past and a role model in Governor Edmund 'Pat' Brown, whose bi-partisan can-do optimism can re-energize the next generation to build a better future.
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