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Malcolm Evans, transforming food access in Chicago with Fresh Moves
Meet Malcolm Evans, farm manager at Urban Growers Collective, as he shares how the Fresh Moves Mobile Market brings healthy food to food deserts in Chicago, making a positive impact in the community.
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Joshua Marin, the teen cobbler transforming sneaker culture
Meet Joshua Marin, a 20-year-old cobbler revitalizing the craft by blending traditional skills with sneaker culture. Discover how he's turning worn shoes into stylish kicks!
Bedtime History
Skyscrapers for Kids | Bedtime History
Discover the awe-inspiring world of skyscrapers in our latest video! From the towering heights of the Burj Khalifa to the architectural marvel of One World Trade Center, explore how these giants of engineering transform city skylines....
Bedtime History
Bessie Coleman for Kids | Bedtime History
Bessie Coleman was a trailblazing aviator and the first African American woman and first Native American woman to hold a pilot's license. Born in 1892 in Texas, Bessie faced racial and gender barriers in her pursuit of aviation. She...
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Kareem Wells, the king of the Mitzvahs
Discover the inspiring journey of Kareem Wells, who transformed his life from hardship to becoming a celebrated entertainer for Bar Mitzvahs.
Wonderscape
Barack Obama: A Legacy of Hope and Change
Explore the journey of Barack Obama, the first Black president of the United States. Discover his achievements, from the Affordable Care Act to his leadership in global issues, and learn how his story continues to inspire future...
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Meet Hip-Hop’s First (and only) Cross-Stitch Artist
Explore the unexpected fusion of cross-stitch artistry and the world of hip-hop fashion with Emma McKee, also known as Stitch Gawd.
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Challenging maternity care norms through art
Explore Michelle Hartney’s powerful art project, 'Mother's Right', that confronts the high maternal mortality rate and birth practices in the U.S.
Curated Video
Famous United States Attractions
Dr. Forrester explores several cities and towns in the United States and attractions that make those cities famous.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Robert Waldinger, MD - The Importance of Relationships
Robert Waldinger, a psychiatrist and professor at Harvard Medical School, leads the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest study of adult life ever conducted. Over 85 years, the study has focused on relationships and their...
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Mothers Unite to End Violence in Chicago's Englewood
Discover how mothers in Englewood, Chicago are reducing violence and bringing hope to their community.
Curated Video
Review for You: Representing and Analyzing Data
Mr. Addit reviews multiple ways to represent and analyze data, including tallies, bar graphs, pictographs, and line plots.
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The Chicago Locals Treating Gunshot Victims
Learn how to be a first responder in gun violence scenarios and save lives with Ujima medics' training.
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The Worst Liquor Ever
Discover the legend behind Jeppson's Malort, a liquor that's infamous for its divisive taste. Join Tremaine Atkinson, CEO and head distiller of CH Distillery, as he shares the intriguing story of how Carl Jeppson, a Swedish immigrant...
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Sneaker Artistry: The Teen Cobbler Transforming Shoes and Lives
Meet Joshua Maureen, a 20-year-old cobbler from the North Side of Chicago who is revitalizing the art of shoe repair and customization. In this inspiring story, Joshua shares his passion for turning 'beaters into heaters' by restoring...
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This Chicago Farmers Market Is on Wheels
Explore the transformative work of Malcolm Evans, the farm manager at Urban Growers Collective in South Chicago. In a neighborhood often labeled a food desert, Malcolm takes the initiative to teach people how to farm and demonstrates the...
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King of the Mitzvahs
Meet Kareem Wells, known as 'the king of the Memphis,' whose journey from the tough streets of West Garfield Park in Chicago to becoming a sought-after entertainer for bar mitzvahs is nothing short of inspiring. Having faced adversity in...
Curated Video
Chicago
Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Father of Chicago, Jean Baptiste Point du Sable. She describes this remarkable man and his contributions to building the city of Chicago.
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The Treaties of Chicago and the Battle at Wounded Knee
Dr. Forrester describes the circumstances surrounding the Treaties of Chicago in 1821 and 1833. She then tells the sad tale of the Battle at Wounded Knee.
Curated Video
Enrico Fermi, Military, and Scientific Research
Dr. Forrester tells the story of Enrico Fermi, and the application of his nuclear chain reaction technology. She then discusses the many consumer products that are a result of military research and development.
Curated Video
The Great Chicago Fire of 1871
Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, and the incredible rebuilding effort that returned Chicago to prominence as one of America’s largest and greatest cities.
Curated Video
Mother Jones and the American Labor Movement
Dr. Forrester tells the stories of Mother Jones and Samuel Gompers. She describes “The Haymarket Affair,” and talks about the accomplishments of our country’s labor movement.
Curated Video
The Great Migration
This video entitled "The Great Migration" discusses the Great Migration, which occurred between 1910 and 1970.
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Meet Hip-Hop’s First (and only) Cross-Stitch Artist
Explore the unexpected fusion of cross-stitch artistry and the world of hip-hop fashion with Emma McKee, also known as Stitch Gawd. From crafting custom cross-stitch jackets for renowned rappers to becoming an integral part of Chicago's...