George G. Coe

Directed by John Flynn, Best Seller follows cop/novelist Dennis Meechum (Brian Dennehy) as he reluctantly agrees to write about a hitman’s (James Woods’ Cleve) career.

Based on Avery Corman’s novel, Kramer vs. Kramer follows Dustin Hoffman’s Ted Kramer as his life is turned upside down after his wife (Meryl Streep’s Joanna) leaves him – with the narrative primarily detailing Ted’s ongoing efforts at caring for his young son (Justin Henry’s Billy).

Here are some excellent resources for teaching the Silk Roads, especially to younger students. They come from Professor Peter Frampton and are based on an illustrated adaptation of his best-selling book by the same name. The resources include a timeline activity, a travel guide that focuses on the ancient city of Baghdad,  and a chart and map activity that focuses on the ideas, people, and religion that moved along the Silk Roads.