The Kids are not the Threat

CONTENTS OF CURRICULUM UNIT 26.01.08

  1. Unit Guide
  1. Introduction
  2. Rationale
  3. Background Knowledge
  4. Content
  5. Band
  6. Choir
  7. Theater
  8. Visual Arts
  9. Athletics
  10. Teaching Strategies
  11. Classroom Activities
  12. Appendix On Implementing District Standards
  13. Bibliography
  14. Notes

Visuals and Voices of the Arts and Athletes

Willie J. Keener, Jr

Published September 2026

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