Content Pathfinder #1
The 1960's

by Pam Thompson
As part of the novel unit The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton, we will study the time period of the 1960's. The fads, the fashions, the entertainment, the people, the politics, the economy; each of these elements of history helped to influence the way we are as a society today.

Nonfiction Books

973.92 DUD
The 1960's. William Dudley. Greenhaven Press, 2000.
Contains 21 essays that provide information about some of the defining events of the 1960s.

973.923 MAG
The 1960's. Timothy Maga. Facts on File, 2003.
Examines the events of the 1960s in the United States through firsthand accounts from letters, speeches, and newspaper articles.

973.923 RIE
The 1960's. Edward Rielly. Greenwood Press, 2003.
A look at specific aspects of the decade's popular culture including advertising, architecture, fashion, food, leisure activities, literature, music, performing and visual arts, and travel.

780 HAY
1960's: The Age of Rock. Malcolm Hayes. G. Stevens, 2002.
Discusses the influence of people and events worldwide on music in the 1960s.

973.92 FEI
The 1960's: From the Vietnam War to Flower Power. Stephen Feinstein. Enslow Publishers, 2000.
Traces the events, trends, politics, and important people of the 1960s, including lifestyles, fashion, arts and entertainment, sports, environmental issues, and technology.

391 POW
The 60's: Mods & Hippies. Kitty Powe-Temperley. G. Stevens, 2000.
Focuses on fashion during the 1960s while charting the rise of pop music, the birth of mods and hippies, and the impact of the boutique on culture.
781.66 KRU
The Book of Rock Stars: 24 Musical Icons that Shine Through History. Kathleen Krull. Hyperion Books for Children, 2003.
An illustrated collection of twenty mini-biographies of rock legends.

909.82 JEN
The Century. Peter Jennings. Doubleday, 1998.
Photographs and text help chronicle the major events and developments in science, technology, and entertainment that shaped the history of the twentieth century.

909.82 ARM
The Century for Young People. Jennifer Armstrong. Random House, 1999.
Contains eyewitness accounts of historical events that took place throughout the twentieth century.

391 MAC
Clothing and Jewelry. Fiona MacDonald. Crabtree, 2001.
Photographs and text examine the meaning and purpose of clothing and jewelry of different cultures throughout history.

391 CON
Fashions of a Decade. Yvonne Connikie. Facts on File, 1990.
A picturial survey chronicling the international fashions of the 1960's.

909.82 CLA
Growing Up in the People's Century. John Clare. BBC Children's Books, 1996.
Examines some of the most significant events and accomplishments of the twentieth century.

973.92 CRA
History of the 1960s. Rennay Craats. Weigl, 2002.
Covers disasters, entertainment, trends, politics, the arts, science and technology, sports, society, economy, fashion, and activities of the 1960s. Includes a time line, glossary, and photographs.

909.82 HAR
The Sixties: An Illustrated History in Colour, 1960-70. MacDonald Educational, 1975.
Brief text and numerous illustrations survey the political, economic, social, and cultural events, trends, and leaders of the 1960s.

973.92 TUR
Turbulent Years: the 60s. Time-Life Books, 1998.
A photographic review of the 1960s, highlighting politics, civil rights, music, entertainment, fashion, sports, culture, and the space program.

Web Sites

Baby Boomer Headquarters - The Sixties Section - Whatever happened in the Sixties?
1960's Costumes and Boots
All about Barbie dolls.
Official site of The Beatles.
Great pictures and some info for classic cars.
Bad Fads Museum - fashion and collectibles.

Selected Articles from INFOhio Electronic Resources

A View From Within. By: Maynard, Joyce. World Almanac & Book of Facts, 2004, p9, 1p; Reading Level (Lexile): 1320; (AN 12117255)
Meeting The Beatles. (cover story) By: Morris, Chris; Legrand, Emmanuel; Sexton, Paul. Billboard, 2/7/2004, Vol. 116 Issue 6, p1, 2p, 1c, 1bw; Reading Level (Lexile): 920; (AN 12190669)
The Big Bucks of Beatlemania. By: Jones, Marty. American History, Apr2004, Vol. 39 Issue 1, p56, 2p, 2c; Reading Level (Lexile): 1250; (AN 12233197)
MUSTANG HITS THE BIG FOUR-OH. By: Trend, Motor. Motor Trend, Apr2004, Vol. 56 Issue 4, p98, 1p; (AN 12541896)
Flower Child. By: Curry, Andrew. Smithsonian, Apr2004, Vol. 35 Issue 1, p27, 2p, 4bw; Reading Level (Lexile): 1250; (AN 12619251)
Hippies and Woodstock. Monkeyshines on America, 2002, p23, 2p; Reading Level (Lexile): 940; (AN 6456963)
Twist and Pout. By: Martens, Ellin. Time, 10/15/2001, Vol. 158 Issue 17, p110, 1/5p, 1c; Reading Level (Lexile): 770; (AN 5304014)
Let's twist again. By: Johnson, Brian D.. Maclean's, 8/2/93, Vol. 106 Issue 31, p46, 2p, 1c; Reading Level (Lexile): 980; (AN 9308050061)

Media Resources

"Twist". Directed and produced by Ron Mann. Sphinx Productions. 78 minutes. 1992. $19.95.
This documentary combines rare and often hilarious archival footage with interviews, and chronicles the evolution of rock and roll dancing.