Burning coal and natural gas to make electricity causes the most pollution globally, but policies like feed-in tariffs and renewable energy standards help encourage the switch to wind and solar. Texas has been successful in growing clean...

Come along as we explore Ellis Island, a place where millions of people first arrived in America long ago. In this video, you’ll learn what Ellis Island was, why it was important, and what it was like for the families who passed through...

Over 200 years, British settlers successfully founded the Thirteen Colonies, driven by desires for religious freedom, self-governance, and economic opportunities.

The Townshend Acts of 1767-68 imposed heavy taxes on American colonists, sparking widespread protests and setting the stage for the American Revolution.

The European colonization of North America was largely influenced by geography. In the New England, Middle and Southern Colonies, the land and conditions varied. So how did settlers take advantage of their environments to establish the...

Life for women in the Thirteen Colonies varied hugely depending on religion, ethnicity and location. Explore the day to day lives of Puritans, Quakers, indentured servants and enslaved women in Colonial North America.

The Panic of 1873, triggered by railroad bond failures, reshaped the economic, social and political landscape of the United States for generations.

What was life like in the Middle Colonies? Learn how this region of diverse cultures, fertile lands and significant historical events shaped America's early days and influenced its foundational principles.

The Great Migration saw over a million African Americans relocate from the South to urban areas in the North, sparking significant cultural and social change.

The Harlem Renaissance was an unprecedented flourishing of African-American culture and creativity in 1920s New York. It fostered a newfound sense of Black pride and identity, which extended far beyond the confines of Harlem.

Between the 1870s and 1900s, the United States experienced a period of rapid economic growth. But beneath the shiny veneer of the Gilded Age lurked profound inequality and widespread want.

Explore the diverse landscapes and climates of the United States’ five geographic regions and discover the unique characteristics that define each area.

In 1911, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in Manhattan went up in flames, killing 146 workers. The tragedy marked a pivotal moment in the fight for labor rights.

Meet Alex Carozza, the cherished accordion repairman of New York, sharing his lifelong dedication and the deep bonds formed through music.

New York State is big in both size and population. But most of its population is within the New York City metro area, leaving the vast majority of the state feeling pretty empty. So why do so many people live in New York City rather than...

Flooding is getting worse, and not just from hurricanes or rising tides, but from increased heavy rainfall. In this episode, we dive into the changing landscape of flood hazards. First, we journey to New York, to visit Hoboken, New...

Enough years have passed now that there are plenty of people watching this video who have no first-person memories of what happened on 9/11. That being said, It often fails to make it into most history books, and in your average American...

Storm surges are huge domes of water sucked upwards by the eye of a hurricane. What happens if they hit the shore, or worse, a city? Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. Storm surges are caused by low pressure in the eye of a...

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Meet Alex Carozza, the cherished accordion repairman of New York, sharing his lifelong dedication and the deep bonds formed through music.

For author Laurie Halse Anderson, a survivor of trauma, putting pen to paper allowed her to make sense of the world. Discover how the acclaimed Young Adult author has connected with readers across the globe.

For Madeleine L’Engle, the starry night sky sparked profound questions about life, the universe, and her place in it. Inspired by science and spirituality, her extraordinary works of fiction have captured the hearts and minds of millions.

Julia Alvarez's remarkable contributions to Hispanic literature explore immigrant experiences, cultural identity, and resistance against injustice.

Audre Lorde, a trailblazing Black feminist, poet, and essayist, passionately explored intersectionality, identity, and activism, leaving an enduring impact on literature and social justice.