A History of Humans, Huskies, and Health in Alaska
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!
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
