Instructional Video3:18
Wonderscape

Abraham Lincoln: From Humble Beginnings to National Leader

K - 5th
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States, was born in a log cabin in Kentucky and largely self-educated. His early experiences witnessing the horrors of slavery profoundly shaped his views, leading to a political career...
Instructional Video2:05
Makematic

Independence Day

K - 5th
The Fourth of July marks the transformation of the 13 colonies into a free and independent United States.
Instructional Video3:37
NUMBEROCK

Christmas Around the World Song | Christmas Traditions

K - 5th
Video: Christmas Traditions From Around the World Grade Levels: Kindergarten - 5th Grade SUMMARY: Learn about Christmas tradition around the world in this fun video. Santa and his reindeer are flying around the world to drop off presents...
Instructional Video6:14
Wonderscape

Abraham Lincoln's Final Years and Lasting Legacy

K - 5th
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president, led the nation through its most divided era, the Civil War, and took a firm stand against slavery. His issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation and leadership in preserving the Union solidified his...
Instructional Video4:41
Wonderscape

The Evolution of President's Day

K - 5th
Presidents' Day originated as a celebration of George Washington’s birthday, officially becoming a federal holiday in 1885. Over time, the holiday evolved to recognize Abraham Lincoln and other U.S. presidents, with the 1971 Uniform...
Instructional Video4:02
Wonderscape

George Washington's Early Life and Career

K - 5th
Washington, often called the "Father of Our Country," was born on February 22, 1732, and played a crucial role in America's independence and leadership. His early life, military service, and dedication to honor and duty laid the...
Instructional Video2:40
Curated Video

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Lights Up A Zoo!

3rd - Higher Ed
Everyone could use a few more smiles in their daily lives…and watching a funny video will often do the Trick... or Treat! OnlyGood TV celebrates Halloween with videos that highlight all the costumes, candies, and things that go bump in...
Instructional Video2:38
Curated Video

Rhode Island Zoo Glows with 1000's of Jack-O-Lanterns

3rd - Higher Ed
Everyone could use a few more smiles in their daily lives…and watching a funny video will often do the Trick... or Treat! OnlyGood TV celebrates Halloween with videos that highlight all the costumes, candies, and things that go bump in...
Instructional Video4:27
Reading Through History

What is Earth Day?

6th - 11th
This is a remake of our earlier Earth Day video. For teaching materials to cover the world's holidays, click here: http://amzn.to/2fRp5K3 *** Like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ReadingThroughHistory/ Follow us on Instagram:...
Instructional Video3:41
Reading Through History

The History of Mother's Day - Original version

6th - 11th
For a newer and much improved version of this video, click here: https://youtu.be/hLng6M1jh4g A short video explaining the history of Mother's Day. For a wonderful Common Core aligned lesson concerning this content, click here:...
Instructional Video3:53
Reading Through History

The History of Mother's Day

6th - 11th
This is a remake of our original Mother's Day video which had no background music and very poor audio. We also swapped out most of the pictures. Make sure to add this to your holiday playlists! *** For a wonderful Common Core aligned...
Instructional Video13:40
Curated Video

Tweed And Dave- Motorcycles, Drums And Love - A Little Joy And Judy (E3)

3rd - Higher Ed
** In celebration of National Good Neighbor Day, we are sharing a story, and a series, about a couple of twins who go above and beyond to reach out with love and caring to others in their community. ** Tweed and her boyfriend, Dave, had...
Instructional Video3:59
Reading Through History

🎄What are the Twelve Days of Christmas?🎄

6th - 11th
The following video provides a short explanation of the phrase "the twelve days of Christmas" and the song which shares that name. Get the Christmas workbook: http://amzn.to/2gRAzhP **** Teachers, check out our holiday lessons:...
Instructional Video3:59
Free School

How Thanksgiving Became a Holiday in America: Why is Thanksgiving the Fourth Thursday? - FreeSchool

K - 9th
Thanksgiving in the United States is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year. But why? You probably know the story about the Mayflower and the Pilgrims, but how did a harvest feast in 1621 turn into a modern national...
Instructional Video1:40
Scholastic

The Man Who Changed America

3rd - 5th
An informative video shares a quick history of Martin Luther King, Jr. The engaging narrator covers topics such as where and when MLK Jr. was born, what charged his passion, and good deeds he performed. 
Instructional Video
Other

Youtube: Holidays for Kids: Veteran's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day

3rd - 8th
Video and photographs taken from Washington, D.C. to show why Veteran's Day, President's Day, and Memorial Day are important with suggestions of ways to celebrate each of the holidays. [7:20]