Balto

A History of Humans, Huskies, and Health in Alaska

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Did you know that the real Balto is at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History?

Bring the amazing achievements of mushers and their sled dogs into your classroom. We'll present the story of Balto and the heroic dogs and mushers of the 1925 Alaskan Serum Run, comparing their experience to the Iditarod of today. We'll also discuss diphtheria and explore why the outbreak in Nome, Alaska, is so famous.

Investigate equipment used to enable humans and huskies to survive in harsh Arctic conditions. Learn how the entire city of Cleveland rallied to the aid of Balto and his teammates after they were abandoned and mistreated. It’s a "tail" for all ages!

Teacher's Guide

 

Ohio’s Learning Standards 

Kindergarten

Geography – Spatial Thinking and Skills 

Grade 1

History – Historical Thinking and Skills 

Grade 2

History – Historical Thinking and Skills 

Grade 3

Government – Civic Participation and Skills 

Grade 4

Economics – Production and Consumption 

Grade 5

Geography – Spatial Thinking and Skills 

Grade 6

Government – Civic Participation and Skills 

Grade 7

History – Historical Thinking and Skills 

Grade 8

Geography – Spatial Thinking and Skills 


National Health Education Standards 

Kindergarten–Grade 12 

  • Standard 1: Students will comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health.
  • Standard 2: Students will analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors on human health. 
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