Instructional Video1:52
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Song: What I Am

Pre-K - K
Will.I.am sings about Social Studies in this song. He lists all the words that can be used to describe himself. He sings describes himself as thoughtful, musical, smart, etc. It's a terrific way to introduce the idea that everyone has...
Instructional Video2:59
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Arrested Development: Pride

Pre-K - K
Everyone should be proud of their heritage, capabilities, and who they are. This song shares the ways the people on Sesame Street are proud of themselves and accept themselves for who they are.
Instructional Video3:32
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Shari Lewis And Lambchop Sing

Pre-K - K
Shari Lewis and Lambchop sing a song about being yourself. A pig wants to be a lamb, but learns that everyone has special attributes. This is an important concept for young children to understand. They can discuss the ways they are the...
Instructional Video1:42
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Happy Thoughts Song

Pre-K - K
Elmo shares the secret to feeling happy. He uses his imagination to think happy thoughts, and dispel negative Social Studies. A good lesson for us all.
Instructional Video1:58
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Song: I Love My Hair

Pre-K - K
You have to love yourself the way you are. In this video a Sesame Street character sings about loving her hair. This film could be used to introduce the idea of accepting yourself, and others. Children could name the things they love...
Instructional Video9:38
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TED-Ed

Looks Aren't Everything. Believe me, I'm a Model

9th - 12th
"Image is powerful; but also, image is superficial." Insecurity and body image are prevalent topics in adolescence. In her presentation, model Cameron Russell begins an exploration of the power and effect of image in our everyday lives....
Instructional Video0:32
Sesame Street

Kids Talk About Self

Pre-K - K
What a great film! In this short clip, children talk about all the things they can do by themselves, like brushing their teeth, taking a picture and more. It's important for children to focus on all the things they can do, instead of the...