Eisenhower Foundation/IKEducation

a CILC Content Provider

IKEducation programs are "learning laboratories" where students analyze primary sources related to the life and times of Dwight D. Eisenhower. These cross-curricular programs are rooted in national standards and supported by educators who utilize best practices and high-quality educational materials. IKEducation is a collaborative initiative between the Eisenhower Foundation and the Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum, and Boyhood Home in Abilene, Kansas.

Programs by Eisenhower Foundation/IKEducation

FREE- Barefoot Boy in Abilene (Scheduled program)

What was it like growing up in Abilene, Kansas in the early 1900s? This program will allow students to explore artifacts from Dwight Eisenhower's home, work, play, or school days in order to get a glimpse of what life was like for "Little Ike," as...

FREE- Christmas at the White House (Scheduled Program)

Mamie Eisenhower loved to decorate the White House for Christmas. Discover how Christmas was celebrated when the Eisenhowers lived in the White House, as well as other Presidents.

FREE- Dear Mr. President (Scheduled Constitution Day Program)

Anyone can write to the President! Our Constitution gives us the right to communicate with our elected leaders. In this program, students will analyze primary source letters written to President Eisenhower by kids, noting their purpose and topics...

FREE- Documenting History (Scheduled Program)

As Supreme Allied Commander, General Dwight Eisenhower had the unimaginable experience of touring a Nazi concentration camp witnessing the horror that occurred there. The shock and disgust he felt compelled him to ensure that the Holocaust be...

FREE- Fingerprint Forensics (Scheduled Program)

Put on your detective hat and step into the shoes of a 1950s crime scene investigator! In this hands-on forensic science program, students will take and examine their own prints using magnifying tools, identify common fingerprint patterns, and...

FREE- Forecasting Victory: Earth Day (Scheduled Program)

What role did weather play in the success of D-Day? In this interactive program, students explore how Allied leaders used meteorology to time the invasion. They'll learn the basics of weather prediction and why a brief break in the storm made all...

FREE- How a Bill Becomes a Law (Scheduled Constitution Day Program)

The United States Constitution provides a specific process for creating laws - one of the unique things that makes our country different from the rest of the world. Students will learn about the journey a bill must take to become a law. This...

FREE- How Did the Holocaust Happen? (Scheduled Program)

A systematic, yet subtle progression of laws and actions by Hitler and his collaborators resulted in the persecution and murder of millions of Jews and those labeled as “inferior” in the Holocaust. How and why did this happen? This program will...

FREE- Ike and the Television Era (Scheduled Program)

After World War II, Americans enjoyed increasing prosperity. This included the rise of a new technology— television. Dwight Eisenhower led the way by embracing television as a means of communicating his ideas to the voters and became known as the ...

FREE- In Plain Sight: D-Day Deception (Scheduled Program)

General Dwight D. Eisenhower commanded a series of covert operations that fooled the German army time after time and played a crucial role in the victorious Allied invasion of Europe on D-Day. In this program, students will view primary sources...

FREE- Presidential Decision: Interstate Highway (Scheduled Program)

Through his experiences in the military, Dwight Eisenhower knew the advantage of having an extensive highway system. Therefore, as President he passed The Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, the largest infrastructure project in U.S. history...

FREE- Presidential Hobbies: Paint by Numbers (Scheduled Program)

One of President Eisenhower's favorite hobbies was painting. As Americans enjoyed more leisure time in the 1950's, Paint by Number kits became very popular. This craze caught on in the White House, as well. Learn about the special exhibit created...

FREE- Public Health in the Eisenhower Era (Scheduled Program)

Discover how the Eisenhower administration (1953–1961) responded to major health challenges of the 1950s, from the fight against polio to the promotion of fitness and medical research. Using historical documents and images, this program explores...

FREE- Roles of the President (Scheduled Program)

The President is the leader of the Executive Branch of our government. Like your parents and teachers, this position has many roles and responsibilities to take care of our country. Students will become familiar with the Commander in Chief's roles...

FREE- Rose Blanche/International Holocaust Remembrance Day (Scheduled Program)

Roberto Innocenti, celebrated artist and illustrator, drew on his own World War II experiences as a child to create the book “Rose Blanche.” This multi-award winning narrative revolves around Rose, a young German girl who discovers a terrible...

FREE- Stars, Stripes & Citizenship: Becoming a Naturalized American (Scheduled Program)

Approximately a million people become naturalized citizens of the United States each year. What is the process to become a Naturalized American? This informative program describes the requirements and steps for that process. Interactive quizzes...

FREE- Voices of Valor: Exploring the Meaning of Veterans Day (Scheduled Program)

This program explores the origins and purpose of Veterans Day, emphasizing its role in honoring all U.S. military veterans. Through powerful interviews with World War II veterans, viewers hear firsthand accounts of courage and sacrifice, inspiring...

FREE- World War II Home Front (Scheduled Program)

Every aspect of life on the American home front was focused towards winning World War II and everyone was asked to do their part to support the troops. Students will examine primary source artifacts to determine what they are and how they were...

Type of Organization

Education: Other Educational Organization

Contact

IKEducation iked1890@eisenhowerfoundation.net
200 SE Fourth Street
Abilene Kansas 67410
785-280-9531
United States

www.IKEducation.com

Primary Disciplines

The programs of Eisenhower Foundation/IKEducation cover:

Art
Online Learning/Digital Learning
Fine Arts
Language Arts/English
Leadership
Literacy
Problem Based Learning
Problem Solving
Science
History & Social Studies
STEM
Women's History
Writing