Martin Luther King "I Have a Dream" speech
The full version of Martin Luther King's famous "I have a dream" speech.
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s last speech
He was assassinated the next day and speaks of the promised day.
(01:16)
I Have a Dream: Black History Month Celebration
This video was made to celebrate the I Have a Dream speech by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Students play roles of famous African Americans throughout history echoing the words of Dr. King. (05:35)
History of the N.A.A.C.P., Part 1 of 2
This video features information regarding 'one of the oldest and most influential civil rights organizations in the United States' (Wikipedia, 2009); the N.A.A.C.P.
History of the N.A.A.C.P., part 2 of 2
This video features information regarding 'one of the oldest and most influential civil rights organizations in the United States' (Wikipedia, 2009); the N.A.A.C.P.
N.A.A.C.P. Begins - Part 1 of 2
This video documentary by Mr. Jim Sukamp features information regarding 'one of the oldest and most influential civil rights organizations in the United States' (Wikipedia, 2009); the N.A.A.C.P.
N.A.A.C.P. Begins - Part 2 of 2
This video documentary by Mr. Jim Surkamp features information regarding 'one of the oldest and most influential civil rights organizations in the United States' (Wikipedia, 2009); the N.A.A.C.P
Maccabees, Part 6
This is an animated biography of the Macabees from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Maccabees, Part 7
This is an animated biography of the Macabees from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Introduction to Judaism Conference
This is from a conference in Canada in 2008. It is a philosophical discussion of the question, "What is Judaism?" as well as "Who is a Jew?" It addresses some of the history of Judaism, and some of its central questions. Only recorded in the left audio channel. (8:13)
The Industrial Revolution: The Steam Engine
By the late 1700s, the coal powered steam engine was widely used in English factories. Its operation, based on valve-piston action, was a great advancement for its time, further increasing industrial productivity. This video does a good job of showing how the steam engine works and its importance in the Industrial Revolution. Best used as part of a study on technology and/or with a drawing of a steam engine as the video is short.
Building the Erie Canal
Opened in 1825, the Erie Canal was one of the most extraordinary engineering feats of the 19th century, connecting eastern ports and manufacturing with the rest of the country. Explains the importance of the canal to the economy and to the start of Manifest Destiny. A map of the canal would be of value if it shows how it connects the Great Lakes to the Hudson and the Atlantic eventually.
Money as Debt
47-minute animated presentation of "Money as Debt" tells in very simple and effective graphic terms what money is and how it is being created.
Paint Scraping Techniques
Scraping is done using a patale knife. Put a lot of paint on your canvas-make sure it is thick. Get a clean palate knife and scrape left to right on your canvas-clean off the excess paint. This creates a sense of motion and blends things together.
How to Make a Bagel Christmas Ornament
This video demonstrates how to create an ornament out of a bagel. In the demonstration she show how to dip a bagel in varnish, allow it to dry and then adorn it with holiday ribbon and a sprig of holly.
How to Build a Popsicle Stick Castle
Learn how to build a popsicle stick castle and make a drawbridge. A teacher explains how to make it by simply gluing Popsicle sticks together to form the sides and back of the castle.
How to Make a Crepe Paper Rose
An elementary school teacher explains how to make a crepe paper rose. It can be done by folding several sheets of tissue paper like an accordion, wrapping a single pipe cleaner around the center of the tissue paper and fanning out the leaves of paper to make a flower shape. You can make many of these flowers to create a fun flower bouquet. This is a good craft for young children because it doesn't require scissors or glue and is good for building dexterity.
Duct Tape Crafts: Duct Tape School Folder and Notebook
This 3:40 long video slowly shows students how to use a variety of colored rolls of duct tape into usable school notebooks. This would be an expensive project and the tape does easily stick to practically anything, so this requires patience and good coordination.
How to Make Paper Hats
Create paper hats with instructions from a former middle school art
teacher. Making paper hats is a fun project for kids when they play dress up. A teacher explains how to easily make a hat with a big sheet of paper and a few strategic folds.
How to Make Caramel Popcorn
A private chef explains how to make caramel popcorn. She gives instructions for covering popcorn in a caramel sauce that is made of a quarter cup of butter, a half a cup of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of light corn syrup and a quarter teaspoon of salt. The caramel sauce is brought to a boil for five minutes before completing it.
