Crash Course
Educational Games: Crash Course Games
Chess, Number Munchers, The Oregon Trail! Today, we're going to talk about gaming's role in education. Now technically all games have an educational component, because games are defined by their rules and players have to learn those...
Bedtime History
History of the Oregon Trail for Kids | Bedtime History
Embark on an unforgettable adventure as we delve into the fascinating history of the Oregon Trail. Join us as we retrace the footsteps of pioneers who braved the treacherous journey in search of a better life. In this immersive...
Curated Video
Journey to the West: The Oregon Trail and the American Dream
"The Oregon Trail was a vital route that facilitated the westward expansion of the United States in the 1800s. Over 400,000 pioneers embarked on this treacherous journey, facing challenges such as crossing rivers, rugged terrains, and...
Curated Video
Letitia Carson: Defiant Pioneer
In the mid-19th century, only around 3% of those who traveled West on the Oregon Trail were Black. Among them was Letitia Carson, the only Black woman in Oregon to successfully receive land through the Homestead Act.
Hip Hughes History
My Top 3 Stories of Cannibalism in History
A brief introduction to the practice of cannibalism and then I summarize my top three most interesting examples of cannibalism in history. Perhaps my most disturbing video but I assure you I keep it sane for what is a pretty insane...
Weird History
What Life Was Really Like On the Oregon Trail
Life on the Oregon Trail was both incredibly boring and extremely dangerous. Pioneers had to exercise extreme caution and a lot of bravado to cross the 2,170 mile stretch of land starting in Missouri and ending in Oregon. Accidents and...
Weird History
What Early Pioneers Ate To Survive The Old West
Those who trekked across the country to begin new lives in the Wild West were known for their resourcefulness, and it shows in many of the foods they ate. While pioneer cuisine may seem strange to us today, the settlers had no choice but...
Mr. Beat
The History of Kansas (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here is the story of the history of my home state of Kansas.
Weird History
The Biggest Badass Woman In American History
All western schoolchildren have heard of Sacagawea, and even more know the story of Pocahontas either from class or the Disney movie. But who was the great – and comparatively unknown – Marie Dorion? No less than one of the most...
Curated Video
Capitalizing Titles Correctly: A Lesson in Writing
In this video, the teacher explains the rules for capitalizing titles correctly. The students are given examples and practice sheets to apply the rules themselves. The teacher also provides a draft of a narrative and guides the students...
Weird History
Life On The Oregon Trail
Life on the Oregon Trail was both incredibly boring and extremely dangerous. Pioneers had to exercise extreme caution and a lot of bravado to cross the 2,170 mile stretch of land starting in Missouri and ending in Oregon. Accidents and...
eSpark Learning
E Spark Learning: Developing Key Events Instructional Video (6.Ri.3)
In this video, students are guided through an analysis of a piece of informational text about travelers on the Oregon Trail. The instructor shows how to use a graphic organizer to sequence the events and see how the main event, westward...