One Minute History
The Spooky History of Halloween - Haunted Holidays - One Minute History
The history and origins of Halloween
Curated Video
American Flag for Kids
The American flag, also known as the Stars and Stripes, is a powerful symbol of freedom, unity, and patriotism. Featuring 13 red and white stripes representing the original colonies and 50 stars for each state, the flag has evolved since...
Makematic
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is one of the most well-known American holidays. But how did it come about? And how is it perceived by different communities today?
Natural History Museum
Ice Rink at the Natural History Museum, London
The Museum's seasonal Ice Rink, is open from the end of autumn to the final day of the festive holidays. Watch our trailer for the 2014-2015 rink as people skate around the Christmas tree on the huge main rink or as they get up to speed...
Weird History
Vintage Holiday Food Recipes
The holidays are a time for friends, family, festivities, and food. Lots and lots of food. Before the days of vegan eggnog, gluten-free gingerbread houses, and sugar-free sugar cookies, holiday foods from yesteryear included temptations...
Reading Through History
🎄What is "A Christmas Carol"?🎄
The following video provides a brief summary of the story "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. Get the workbook here: http://amzn.to/2gRAzhP **** Teachers, check out our holiday lessons: http://bit.ly/2gEbKs8 *** Follow us on...
PBS
Father's Day | All About the Holidays
An engaging video informs viewers about Father's Day. A brief history of the holiday is followed by a showcase of today's celebration traditions.
PBS
Veterans Day | All About the Holidays
A quick video details the history of Veterans Day. Viewers discover how the holiday came to be, dating back to 1918 when it was known as Armistice Day, and how it has evolved to the holiday we celebrate currently. A question challenges...
Curated OER
Pumpkins On Halloween
Carving a pumpkin is discussed in this video. A family shows how to use markers and a knife to create a Jack-o-Lantern. This video also shows some creative ways to decorate pumpkins including painting on faces and using the seeds as...
PBS
Chinese New Year
Dancing dragons, fireworks, red envelopes, and loud music are the familiar images of Chinese New Year celebrations. The holiday, also know as Lunar New Year and/or the Spring festival is also a religious holiday that combines...