Instructional Video5:25
TED-Ed

TED-Ed: Ugly History: The Spanish Inquisition | Kayla Wolf

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In 1478, Pope Sixtus IV issued a decree authorizing the Catholic monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella, to root out heresy in the Spanish kingdoms. The inquisition quickly turned its attention to ridding the region of people who were not part...
Instructional Video2:53
Makematic

Trails of the West

K - 8th
In the 1800s, as the United States expanded, thousands travelled well-worn trails on foot and horseback in search of land and opportunity, often at the expense of Indigenous Peoples.
Instructional Video2:55
Ancient Lights Media

Atlas of the United States: The Middle Atlantic Region - Maryland

6th - 8th
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of Maryland.
Instructional Video1:43
Curated Video

The Pilgrims: The Brutal Truth

9th - Higher Ed
Think you know all about the Pilgrims? Think again! This is the untold story of the Puritan settlers who sought a new life in the New World.
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: Freedom of Religion Pt. 4: Religious Persecution in Colonies

9th - 10th
Religious persecution continued in the American colonies for many who fled from it in Europe.
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: Episode 1689: Protecting Religious Freedom

9th - 10th
Religious freedom wasn't always protected in America. Learn more on today's podcast.
Instructional Video
Shmoop University

Shmoop: Puritans and Pilgrims

9th - 10th
Puritans and Pilgrims came to America because they could freely practice their chosen religion and not worry about persecution. Do we still uphold religious freedom in today's society?