Instructional Video3:56
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Gettysburg Address | History Made Easy

6th - 12th
New ReviewLearn the story behind the Gettysburg Address, one of the most famous speeches in American history. After a major Civil War battle, President Abraham Lincoln spoke just 271 words—but those words still inspire people today. He reminded...
Instructional Video5:23
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Native American Women of North America

6th - 12th
New ReviewNative American women have played important roles in their communities for thousands of years. They were leaders, farmers, artists, and storytellers. Some helped guide their people through hard times, while others shared wisdom and...
Instructional Video6:08
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The History of Buckingham Palace

6th - 12th
New ReviewBuckingham Palace is the home of the King of the United Kingdom and one of the most famous buildings in the world! It has hundreds of rooms, beautiful gardens, and even a balcony where the royal family waves to the crowd. For over 150...
Instructional Video9:28
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The Legend of the Fountain of Youth

6th - 12th
New ReviewHave you ever heard of a magical spring that could keep people young forever? That’s the legend of the Fountain of Youth! Long ago, people believed there was a hidden fountain whose water could make you live longer or stay young forever....
Instructional Video9:25
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Life on the Oregon Trail

6th - 12th
New ReviewGet ready for an adventure on the Oregon Trail! In the 1800s, thousands of families packed up wagons and traveled west across mountains, rivers, and plains to find a new life in Oregon. The journey was long and hard—people faced rough...
Instructional Video8:47
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The Story of Harry Houdini

6th - 12th
New ReviewMeet Harry Houdini, the world’s most famous magician and escape artist! Houdini amazed people by escaping from handcuffs, locked boxes, and even underwater tanks. He traveled the world performing incredible tricks that no one else could...
Instructional Video5:56
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The Story of Sacajawea

6th - 12th
New ReviewCome learn the story of Sacajawea, a brave young woman who helped lead the Lewis and Clark expedition across the American West. She was just a teenager when she joined the journey, carrying her baby on her back and helping the explorers...
Instructional Video12:03
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The Story of Neil Armstrong

6th - 12th
New ReviewNeil Armstrong was the first person to walk on the Moon! In 1969, he flew to space on the Apollo 11 mission and made history with the words, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Come learn how he became an...
Instructional Video10:03
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How the Panama Canal Was Built

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe Duomo, or Florence Cathedral, is one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Renaissance. Its massive red-brick dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, changed the course of architecture forever. Built over centuries, the...
Instructional Video7:32
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The Genius of Leonardo da Vinci

6th - 12th
New ReviewLeonardo da Vinci was a painter, inventor, scientist, and dreamer from long ago. He painted the famous Mona Lisa and filled notebooks with sketches of flying machines and ideas far ahead of his time. Come explore the amazing mind of...
Instructional Video8:14
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The Story of Muhammad Ali

6th - 12th
New ReviewMeet Muhammad Ali, one of the greatest boxers of all time! He was fast, strong, and full of confidence—famous for saying, “I float like a butterfly, sting like a bee!” But Ali was more than just a champion in the ring. He spoke out for...
Instructional Video9:53
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The House of Medici: Rulers of the Renaissance

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe House of Medici was a powerful family in Italy during the Renaissance—a time of amazing art and new ideas. They weren’t kings or queens, but they were very rich and helped artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci create their...
Instructional Video9:48
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The Wright Brothers Story

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, were pioneers of aviation who achieved the first powered, controlled flight in 1903. Working from their bicycle shop in Ohio, they used observation, experimentation, and innovation to solve the...
Instructional Video7:31
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The Grand Canyon: Science, History, and Wonder

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe Grand Canyon is one of the most iconic natural landmarks in the United States. Carved by the Colorado River over millions of years, it reveals a stunning geological history through its layered rock formations. Stretching 277 miles...
Instructional Video8:23
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The Life of Maya Angelou

6th - 12th
New ReviewMaya Angelou was a writer, poet, and speaker whose words inspired people around the world. She wrote about her life, her struggles, and her hope for a better future. Her voice was powerful and kind, and she worked for fairness and...
Instructional Video7:16
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The Story of the Eiffel Tower

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe Duomo, or Florence Cathedral, is one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Renaissance. Its massive red-brick dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, changed the course of architecture forever. Built over centuries, the...
Instructional Video7:02
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The Story of Nikola Tesla

6th - 12th
New ReviewNikola Tesla was an inventor who helped create the electricity system we still use today. He had big ideas about how energy could travel through wires—and even through the air! Tesla loved experimenting and dreaming about the future....
Instructional Video8:02
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The Fourth of July: Celebrating the Birth of a Nation | Independence Day

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, when the American colonies formally declared their separation from British rule. Celebrated with fireworks, parades, and...
Instructional Video8:43
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Leif Erikson and The Vikings

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe Vikings were brave sailors and explorers from long ago, and Leif Erikson was one of the first Europeans to reach North America—hundreds of years before Columbus! He sailed from Greenland and may have landed in what is now Canada....
Instructional Video4:17
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Rescuing the Titanic: The Story of the Carpathia

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe Duomo, or Florence Cathedral, is one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Renaissance. Its massive red-brick dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, changed the course of architecture forever. Built over centuries, the...
Instructional Video5:30
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The History of the Champs-Élysées | Paris’s Most Famous Avenue

6th - 12th
New ReviewThe Champs-Élysées is one of the most famous avenues in the world, stretching through the heart of Paris from the Arc de Triomphe to the Place de la Concorde. Known for its wide sidewalks, luxury shops, and tree-lined beauty, this...
Instructional Video6:33
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The Story of St. Paul’s Cathedral

6th - 12th
New ReviewSt. Paul’s Cathedral is one of London’s most iconic landmarks, known for its massive dome, elegant architecture, and powerful place in British history. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London in 1666, the...
Instructional Video7:45
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Michelangelo: Master of the Renaissance

6th - 12th
New ReviewMichelangelo was one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance—a sculptor, painter, architect, and poet whose work shaped the course of Western art. Known for masterpieces like the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, the statue of David, and...
Instructional Video5:51
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The Catacombs of Paris: City of Bones

6th - 12th
New ReviewBeneath the bustling streets of Paris lies a dark and eerie world: the Catacombs. This underground maze holds the remains of over six million people, carefully arranged in patterns of skulls and bones. Built in the late 1700s to solve...