Format: Poster
Some people believe that entrepreneurs are born, not made. This belief is not true. This free poster lists three basic steps which can help anyone develop the mentality and the […]
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International Day of the Girl Child 2018 poster
Format: Poster
Educating girls helps them to grow up to take better care of themselves, their families and their communities. Women who have learned skills become valuable workers who boost an economy. […]
The Berlin Wall: 20 Years Later
Format: Book
The Berlin Wall—symbol of a divided city within a divided nation within a divided continent—was grounded in decades-old historical divisions at the end of World War II. In August 1961, the German Democratic Republic began to construct the Berlin Wall. At first it was barbed wire, but soon it expanded into a 5 meter high 165 kilometer long network of concrete walls topped with barbed wire, and guarded with gun emplacements, watchtowers, and mines. This book recounts how and why that wall crumbled.
About America
Outline of the U.S. Government—Outline Series
Format: Book
What makes the U.S. government uniquely American? Learn about the separation of powers and the institutions and practices that constitute U.S. democracy. The structure of the U.S. government is defined by the Constitution, but the ways in which institutions and officials meet the requirements of the Constitution are open to interpretation.
Musical Ambassadors: America Exports Jazz
Format: Poster
Beginning in the 1950s, the U.S. Department of State sent dozens of America’s greatest jazz musicians to tour the globe becoming known as “the Jazz Ambassadors.” Recognizing the cross-cultural appeal of jazz, American Jazz Ambassadors were able to transcend national boundaries, build new cultural bridges, and tell a larger story about freedom in America.
The Real Ambassadors_America Exports Jazz_Posters
Format: Poster
From the 1950s to the 1970s, jazz took the world by storm in response to popular jazz broadcasts such as Willis Conover’s Voice of America radio show, Music USA. The U.S. Department of State sent America’s greatest jazz musicians—“The Jazz Ambassadors—touring worldwide. These remarkable American jazz musicians were enthusiastically welcomed from Africa to the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Latin America.
Democracy
Fourth of July Poster_2017 edition_English
Format: Poster
The U.S. marks its Independence Day on July 4, the day in 1776 when founding fathers approved the Declaration of Independence. Download your choice of PDF files of this free poster today!
American Citizenship
Format: Book
Americans are bound together by the shared belief that individual liberty is essential to free government.
Democracy in Brief: In Brief Series
Format: Book
Democracy is more than just a set of specific government institutions.
Education
Mobile Education Driven by Smart Ideas—Technology in Education Series
Format: Pamphlet
A simple text message could be ideal for taking a math test for some schools today.
Priceless: The U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation
Format: Book
Many of the iconic places and powerful traditions that have shaped our civilization are under siege.
Study in the U.S.A.
Format: Book
U.S. colleges and universities differ in the academic programs, degrees they offer and campus life.
English Learning
Pop Culture Versus Real America—Learner English Series
Format: Book
The world is often misled by pop culture images of the United States.
Entrepreneurship
Crowdfunding: The Power of People—Business Beginnings Series
Format: Pamphlet
Crowdfunding harnesses the enthusiasm of social networks to raise money to fund a project.
Startup Smart: A Handbook for Entrepreneurs—Handbook Series
Format: Book
This handbook provides these tools and guidance for adventurous individuals who are “ready to ride the rocket ship” of being an entrepreneur.
Using Social Media to Grow Your Business—Business Beginnings Series
Format: Pamphlet
Business’s social media presence is like a conversation—casual and constantly changing.
Environment
Preserve the Earth 2013: Conservation of the Great Cats
Format: Poster
The world’s great cats face threats from habitat loss, dwindling prey, and conflicts with humans, including poaching and trafficking.
Preserve the Earth 2014: Conservation of Migratory Birds
Format: Poster
For centuries, humans have marveled at the ability of birds to fly thousands of kilometers across oceans, mountains and national borders. Twice a year, an estimated 50 billion birds undertake extensive journeys to breed and feed.
Preserve the Earth 2015: Conservation of Marine Life
Format: Poster
Marine protected areas (MPAs) are safe havens for fish, whales, dolphins, corals, sea turtles and thousands of other precious plants and animals in the sea. They are also living laboratories for scientific research. U.S. partnerships with other countries and regional organizations are helping to conserve and protect the ocean’s irreplaceable resources by establishing effectively managed marine protected areas in more regions around the world.
Health
Why Are So Many Americans Overweight?—You Asked Series
Format: Pamphlet
An overabundant food economy promotes overeating.
Human Rights
Americans with Disabilities Act
Format: Pamphlet
The law prohibits discrimination by businesses and governments against people who have disabilities.
The Americans with Disabilities Act in Action—Working with Disabilities Series
Format: Pamphlet
Hiring qualified candidates who happen to have a disability has proved good for business.
Freedom from Fear: Creating Safe Spaces for LGBT Youth
Format: Pamphlet
LGBT youth around the world encounter many significant hardships.
Science & Technology
Preserve the Earth 2017: Biodiversity of the Polar Regions
Format: Poster
Diverse species of wildlife inhabit the Earth’s two polar regions which are our coldest and driest areas. Emperor penguins huddle together on the ice, incubating eggs in winters that bring temperatures as low as negative 48 degrees Celsius. Similarly, the tiny Arctic tern is the only terrestrial resident of both polar regions, flying 80,000 kilometers every year round-trip to catch the Antarctic summer before returning to its Arctic breeding grounds.
World Space Week: Exploring New Worlds in Space—2017
Format: Poster
Celebrate World Space Week 2017 by downloading this free colorful PDF poster which is available in two resolutions in eight languages. Learn about other new worlds at www.share.america.gov/topics/space and watch the video celebrating World Space Week 2017 on ShareAmerica.
Saving Food Saves Lives
Format: Pamphlet
To feed the world we need to reduce the amount of food lost in transit from farms to markets.
Women & Girls
International Day of the Girl Child 2018 poster
Format: Poster
Educating girls helps them to grow up to take better care of themselves, their families and their communities. Women who have learned skills become valuable workers who boost an economy. […]
Women’s History Month 2018—Free poster featuring Esperanza Spalding
Format: Poster
This free poster for Women’s History Month acknowledges her achievements and the achievements of all women in music.
Global Women’s Issues: Women in the World Today
Format: Book
We cannot solve global challenges unless women participate fully in efforts to find solutions.