TED-Ed
Who Was the World's First Author?
Believe it or not, the world's first author was a woman! A short, illustrated video tells the story of Enheduanna, a Sumerian princess, priestess, and poet who is credited as being the first author.
Crash Course
Ancient Mesopotamia
Mr. Green provides an overview of Ancient Mesopotamia by examining the political structures and cultural beliefs of the region. The video reviews shifts in authority from religious to political leaders, as well as the influence of...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Humanity on Earth: Development of Agriculture and Writing
Looks at the transition of humans from the Paleolithic Age, when humans used stone tools, up to the development of agriculture in the Neolithic Age, which made settlements possible. The next critical development was the advent of...