Billy and the Witch: A Halloween Story Video is the story about a boy named Billy and how he is going to stay with a babysitter. However, the babysitter is Ms. Butterbean, who everyone thinks is a witch. Billy is taken to Ms. Butterbean’s house, once inside the house Ms. Butterbean puts Billy to work; giving her cat a bath, sweeping the porch, and doing the dishes in her sink. After all the chores are done he asks about dinner. She says “Little
Exploring Wisconsin Our Home-Where We Came From
Where We Came From - People have immigrated to Wisconsin for many reasons. Some are "pushed" from their homes because of famines, wars, or poverty. Some are "pulled" to new areas because of greater opportunities, availability of land, and freedom from oppression. Although many Native American citizens' roots may extend through more than two centuries of Wisconsin's history, most of the people who settled Wisconsin were influenced by these push-pull factors. Immigration cycles create ethnic
Exploring Wisconsin Our Home-Maps: Our Windows on the World Maps: Our Windows on the World - Everyone uses maps on a daily basis. Simple mental maps help people find their way through the routine of daily life, while more complex maps assist people as they navigate through an infinite variety of new environments and tasks. In this program, students will become acquainted with the great variety of maps and will come to understand what maps are, how they work,
Exploring Wisconsin Our Home | Wisconsin Is Special
Wisconsin Is Special - Wisconsin is a state of great physical and cultural diversity. Throughout the state's history, interaction among people settling in Wisconsin's varied geographical regions has led to a balance and harmony that is manifested in Wisconsin's economy, landforms, and cultures. "Wisconsin Is Special" discusses this balance. It also examines the state symbols that represent Wisconsinites' pride in place, showing how these symbols reflect the unique and special place called
Discovery Channel - Solar Storm - Part 2
This video is a combination of documentary and speculation concerning severe solar storrms. Suitable for high school students.
Discovery Channel - Solar Storm - Part 3
This video is a combination of documentary and speculation concerning severe solar storrms. Suitable for high school students.
Discovery Channel - Solar Storm - Part 5
This video is a combination of documentary and speculation concerning severe solar storrms. Suitable for high school students.
What is a Leap Year Exactly?
Video discusses what leap year is, why we have a leap year, and some unusual occurances people have done on leap years. (1:24)
Be Smart, Include Art
The importance of art in your child's education and tips for incorporating art into their learning.
The Importance of Art in Education
The video explains the importance of Art in Education. This is a great video.  I highly recommend that all schools view this video and see the importance of Art in the schools.Â
INDEPENDENCE DAY - English Vocabulary
PART ONE of a lesson in two parts. TOPIC: Independence Day. Vocabulary is presented in the context of U.S. history. Level: intermediate. (Lessons made for ESL students.)
4th of July "Fireworks" - Song
This is an animates song about the 4th of July. There is historical background and the roles of the leaders in congress in 1776. There is also reference to how England reacted.
The Meaning of Independence Day
Dr. Michael Berliner, co-chairman of the Board of Directors of the Ayn Rand Institute, former professor of philosophy and executive director of the Ayn Rand Institute, explains, in his way, the meaning of Independence Day. (05:43)
Alvin & the Chipmunks Christmas Don't Be Late (original TV)
Alvin & the Chipmunks sing "Christmas Don't Be Late"
"All right you Chipmunks! Ready to sing your song?-I'll say we are!-Yeah!..."
I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas
Gayla Peevey, from Oklahoma, sang this song in 1953, at the age of 10. She encouraged children to send in their pocket change in order to get her a hippopotamus, which she would in turn give to the OKC Zoo. She raised enough money, $3,000, and on Christmas Eve in 1953 the first baby hippo arrived--Matilda. Many people visited the zoo on Christmas Day 1953 to see Matilda, the first hippo to ever grace the doors of the zoo. Matilda lived at the OKC Zoo with her husband, Norman, who arrived in 1967
I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus
Video is animation of the song "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus." Video is good quality and good for young children.
How to Plan an Educational Summer Vacation
Don't settle for another trip to Disney this summer – consider a fun trip full of learning activities for the whole family.
First Day of School for Middle Schoolers
Lots of talking, but not many insights on how to deal with this situation outside of talking, talking, talking.
What To Do If Your Child Is A Bully
This video goes through the warning signs of a bully and what to do about it.
Where to Practice for the ACT & SAT for Free
This informative video features information from Brian Leaf, M.A., who is the author of McGraw-Hill's 'Top 50 Skills for SAT/ACT Success' series. (Note: A small ad appears before the video starts.)
