PBS
In Ta-Nehisi Coates’ new novel, memory is a superpower
To make the case for reparations for the toll of slavery, acclaimed writer Ta-Nehisi Coates has offered forceful advocacy and powerful data-driven argument. With his first novel, "The Water Dancer," he uses fiction to illuminate the...
Crash Course
Plessy v Ferguson and Segregation Crash Course Black American History
The United States' Constitution is not a very detailed document. It lays out the basic structure of government, and the details are filled in with legislation, and clarified and reinforced by court decisions. One of the most...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The breathtaking courage of Harriet Tubman - Janell Hobson
Escaping slavery; risking everything to save her family; leading a military raid; championing the cause of women's suffrage; these are just a handful of the accomplishments of one of America's most courageous heroes. Janell Hobson...
Curated Video
Researching Harriet Tubman in preparation for writing a biography
Pupil outcome: I can research and gather information about Harriet Tubman’s life in preparation for writing a biography about her. Key learning points: - When preparing to write a biography, it is important to thoroughly research the...
Makematic
Harriet Tubman
Discover the remarkable story of Harriet Tubman, who escaped slavery in 1849 and went to become a conductor on the Underground Railroad and a leading exponent of abolition and women’s rights.
Makematic
The Fugitive Slave Act
The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 gave the federal government new powers to capture and return escaped enslaved people, but its failures intensified divisions between Northern and Southern states.
Curated Video
Harriet Tubman For Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the brave woman who put her own life at risk to lead others to freedom along the Underground Railroad.
Wonderscape
Frederick Douglass: From Enslaved to Statesman
Follow the journey of Frederick Douglass, from his early years in enslavement to becoming a leading voice in the abolitionist movement. Learn about his role as an advisor to President Lincoln, his powerful writings, and his impact on the...
Wonderscape
Harriet Tubman: Conductor of Freedom
Learn about the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman, the woman who led over 300 enslaved people to freedom through the Underground Railroad. Discover her bravery during the Civil War and her dedication to justice and equality. 10 Most...
Curated Video
Harriet Tubman
Dr. Forrester talks about heroism which leads her to the story of a truly heroic woman, Harriet Tubman.
Wonderscape
Frederick Douglass: Impact and Activism During the Civil War Era
This video explores Frederick Douglass' significant contributions during the Civil War period. It details his strategic moves to secure his freedom, his travels in Great Britain advocating against slavery, and his return to America as a...
Curated Video
Mary Ann Shadd Cary: Antislavery Activist
The first Black newspaper editor in the history of the United States, Mary Ann Shadd Cary spoke out to champion the cause of freedom in an era when the voices of African Americans were rarely heard.
Curated Video
Colson Whitehead
The first author to win the Pulitzer Prize for two consecutive novels, Colson Whitehead is one of the United States’ most versatile writers.
Mr. Beat
The Life and Times of John Brown
Was John Brown a hero or terrorist? The answer is not so simple. In this documentary, Mr. Beat examines the life and times of the most (in)famous abolitionist in history.
Curated Video
Harriet Tubman Brought to Life: Facial Re-creation & History of the Abolitionist & Union Spy
Timestamps: 0:00 Early Life 6:55 Escape to Freedom 9:08 Fugitive Slave Acts 10:03 Roots of the Underground Railroad 10:46 Black Moses 14:48 Civil War 16:45 Later Life 17:49 Harriet’s Appearance 18:41 Re-creations Revealed Today, we’ll be...
Curated Video
Harriet Tubman: Civil War Spy
She’s known as a savior of the enslaved – but few know that during the American Civil War, Harriet Tubman was an exceptionally capable Union Army spy.
Wonderscape
History Kids: Harriet Tubman
Learn all about Harriet Tubman's early life, social impact, role in the Underground Railroad, later life and lasting, national legacy. Her noteworthy quotes are recounted by "Harriet" herself. Detailed graphics, diagrams, and exciting...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Nilgün Anadolu-Okur - Dismantling Slavery
Nilgün Anadolu-Okur is an associate professor at Temple University’s College of Liberal Arts, and the director of African American Studies undergraduate program. Her publications include Dismantling Slavery: Frederick Douglass, William...
Bedtime History
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad
Harriet Tubman was an abolitionist and activist who escaped from slavery, and then returned to the South to lead dozens of other enslaved people to freedom. As a “conductor” on the Underground Railroad, a path leading from slave to free...
The Wall Street Journal
Marketing in a Post-Covid World
The pandemic has been a massive catalyst for change for brands. Ukonwa Ojo, Amazon Studios' CMO, looks at the tone brands should strike and how Amazon intends to navigate the streaming wars as lockdowns ease.
Mr. Beat
The Life and Times of John Brown
Was John Brown a hero or terrorist? The answer is not so simple. In this documentary, Mr. Beat examines the life and times of the most (in)famous abolitionist in history.
Curated Video
America's Journey Through Slavery: Harriet Tubman and Her Escape to Freedom
Millions of enslaved African-American men, women and children lived in the United States less than 200 years ago. During that period of American history, many brave men and women attempted an escape to freedom. Harriet Tubman overcame...
Hip Hughes History
The Underground Railroad Explained: US History Review
How did slaves escape the South before the Civil War? What was the Underground Railroad? 5 Things every citizen should know. How did it work? Get a seat on the underground railroad of learning! A Social Studies based lecture delivered by...
Curated Video
Harriet Tubman: the "Moses" of Her Time
Aside from helping her family (and thousands more) escape slavery, she led troops in combat, cured a disease, and was generally way more of a rebel than history generally portrays her as. She lived a remarkably full life, especially for...