Curated Video
Why Did They Make Me Read This in High School? (Feat. Lindsay Ellis)
Literary critics, writers, philosophers, bloggers--all have tried to tackle where and why and how an author may strike such lightning in a bottle that their works enter the pantheon of “Classical Literature”. Why this book is required...
Mr. Beat
The Gettysburg Address (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here's the story of the humble beginnings of one of the most famous and beloved speeches in American history, The Gettysburg Address.
Britlish
Geography Lesson Three
Learn some countries, the names of the people from those countries, the languages they speak and the part of the world they are from in this visually entertaining geography lesson. The countries included are Spain, Italy, India, China,...
The March of Time
1945: DAY SPA FACIAL: HD: Busy city sidewalk. Sign: Lazlo Institute for Scientific Cosmetology. Spa setting w/ Dr. Lazlo removing gauze from reclined young woman's face using suction cup on machine to clean pores young women getting up from treatment.
MOT 1945: DAY SPA FACIAL: HD: Busy city sidewalk. Sign: Lazlo Institute for Scientific Cosmetology. Spa setting w/ Dr. Lazlo removing gauze from reclined young woman's face using suction cup on machine to clean pores young women getting...
Brains On
Native Americans and the Wolf
Many Native American tribes use origin stories, or stories about creation, to explain how life came to exist and to highlight the relationship between nature and humankind. In this story, a member of the Ojibwe tribe shares an origin...
Religion for Breakfast
The Cold War Origins of "In God We Trust"
The motto of the United States is: "In God We Trust." But the motto is a relatively recent invention, dating back to the 1950s. Why did the U.S. institute this motto, and what does it tell us about American identity and religion?
ACDC Leadership
Foreign Exchange Practice- Macro Topic 6.4 and 6.5
In this video I explain foreign exchange and how the value of currencies change. Remember that the trick is to remember that you supply your currency and the people in other countries demand your currency. Thanks for watching.
Curated Video
The History and Recipe of Doughnuts
Doughnuts are a form of fried dough pastry that usually has a hole in the middle. Learn about theories on who invented the doughnut and try a simple doughnut recipe.
The Economist
How the D-Day landings shaped the world
75 years ago allied forces pulled off the largest seaborne invasion the world has ever seen. The D-Day landings helped liberate Europe from the Nazis—they were also instrumental in changing the world order
Curated Video
The Bill of Rights: Cornerstone of US Society?
Written by Founding Father James Madison in 1789, The Bill of Rights makes up the first ten amendments to the US Constitution. Many people still consider the Bill of Rights to be the cornerstone of our society, but not everyone agrees.
Jam Campus
Plate Tectonics Song
Learn about Earth's plate tectonics in song format! A great way to boost classroom engagement when introducing new topics.
Step Back History
Why Do We Smoke Tobacco?
We talk a lot today about how to stop Smoking? But how did we start smoking? How did tobacco become part of our history?
Bedtime History
Ben Franklin
Benjamin Franklin is one of the most well-known Founding Fathers of America. He helped write both the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, although these accomplishments are not the only reason why Benjamin Franklin is...
WYPR
The Role of Slaves During the War of 1812
The War of 1812 between the United States and Britain is typically framed as a second war for independence. Less commonly known is the story of American slaves who were able to use the war as an opportunity to negotiate their freedom....
Bedtime History
The Checks and Balances of Government
The American Revolution has ended and America is a free country. As a young country, America has many decisions to make about how it will be run, such as who will have power and lead the country. The Founding Fathers wanted to be careful...
Bedtime History
The American Revolution
The American Revolution is America’s founding story, told and retold for generations. The founding generation of Americans, led by such famous names as Washington, Franklin, Adams, and Jefferson, are credited with leading the American...
Bedtime History
Making the U.S. Constitution
After the American Revolution, America was free from Great Britain and finally existed as its own country. However, America now lacked a set of laws to govern it. At the time, the states were not united, and each state had its own set of...
Curated Video
Symbols and Ceremonies of the United States
Was there really an Uncle Sam? Who wrote the Pledge of Allegiance? Why are the flag's colors red, white and blue? Kids will enjoy exploring answers to these questions and learning about the origins and meaning of our country's most...
WYPR
Birth of our National Anthem
Many of us have heard the “Star-Spangled Banner,” America’s national anthem that was written in 1814. But what do we know about how it was written? This audio story discusses the 200th anniversary of the writing of America’s national...
Rachel's English
Placement and American English Pronunciation
Learn about placement in American English.
Professor Dave Explains
Franklin Delano Roosevelt: Four-Term Phenomenon (1933 – 1945)
Franklin Delano Roosevelt is a colossal figure in American History. He led the nation through the Great Depression, as well as World War II. He is the only president to be elected four times, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Indigenous Peoples of the American Southwest
This video introduces the Indigenous peoples of the American Southwest, focusing on three tribes - the Hopi, Navajo, and Mojave. It highlights their rich histories, cultural traditions, and struggles against colonization. The video...
Mr. Beat
Paul Revere Was Overrated
Mr. Beat and MrBettsClass team up to tell the true story of Paul Revere. According to Mr. Beat, Paul Revere was definitely overrated, and most of us only know about him because of a poem written decades after his death
Mr. Beat
The Lost Generation Writers (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Once upon a time there was city, named Paris, France. During the 1920s, lots of Americans moved there to escape institutionalized racism and the associated race riots, xenophobia, censorship, materialism, and Prohibition. Perhaps most...