Georgia Podcast

September Edition
Terrorism Topics +
Enhancing 21st Century Skills

SIRS Challenge Quests & Spotlights
Banning books in schools is a controversial topic. Some school officials and educators challenge or remove books that they feel are offensive or inappropriate. Others believe that schools should teach students about sensitive topics. Get the facts in our SIRS Challenge Quests.

American citizenship carries with it certain privileges and responsibilities. National Civics Awareness Month promotes the education and awareness of these rights, duties and obligations. Explore this theme in our SIRS Spotlights.

Georgia SIRS Stories 
"For the last several years, our senior English research papers have been issues based. One of our best sources of information comes from SIRS Researcher."

"On their first fact-finding day in the media center, we take our students to the PRO vs. CON Leading Issues link. This is a great topic selection tool as well."

"I show them the tabs Overview, Pro/Con, and MyAnalysis to help them think through their own feelings about a particular issue as they begin to formulate a thesis statement. This is an invaluable tool."

"I love the PDF maps in SIRS Discoverer! They are easy to print and fill the entire page. The historical maps are also great. I tell everyone who will listen to use your maps!"

Rebecca Amerson
Media Specialist
Woodstock High School

Free Photo Essays Available
Looking for colorful, fact-filled mini-posters to post in your media center or classroom? Our SIRS staff can send you a set of SIRS Photo Essays focused on Horses, Dogs, Cats, or Birds. Each essay pack includes 4-6 individual posters measuring 11 X 14 inches. Allow 4-8 weeks for delivery; quantities are limited. To request photos, send email to tim.mclain@il.proquest.com and include your name, school, mailing address, and choices.

Top 3 Websites
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