California is Admitted as a Free State
This video is accompanied by text. "In January 1848, gold was discovered on property belonging to John Sutter in the Sierra Nevada foothills of northern California. Sutter tried to keep the discovery secret, but word leaked out shortly after the Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo was ratified. An estimated 100,000 “Forty-niners” from around the globe flocked to the gold fields the following year alone. Seemingly overnight, San Francisco grew from fewer than 1,000 residents to a major port city of 2
Uncle Tom's Cabin and its Effects
This video is accompanied by text. "The most significant response to the Fugitive Slave Act came from the pen of novelist Harriet Beecher Stowe. Uncle Tom’s Cabin ran serially for nearly a year in an abolitionist newspaper, before it was published as a book in early 1852. It was an immediate and phenomenal success—selling 10,000 copies its first week in print, and 300,000 within a year. By the time of the Civil War, several million copies were in circulation, and many Union soldiers received
Fort Necsesity and the French and Indian War
For older students, this video goes into detail about the importance of the French and Indian war and the main players in this event. Lots of data and poor video could deter students to take notes on this fast paced presentation. This is a long video that covers a lot of territory.
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
Michael Savage Reads Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
Michael Savage reads and discusses,The Catcher in the Rye, by J.D. Salinger. The Catcher in the Rye is a short narrative of a 16 year old boy who failed out of prep school. The novel follows Holden Caulfield through the three days between when he failed out of Pencey Prep School and Christmas. T
J.D Salinger - The Catcher In the Rye PART 1 OF 3
The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger is the short
narrative of a 16 year old boy who failed out of prep school. In this video the narrator reads excerpts from the novel to summarize the story of The Catcher in Rye in three parts.
J.D Salinger - The Catcher In the Rye Part 2 of 3
The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger is the short narrative of a 16 year old boy who failed out of prep school. This video reads excerpts from the novel to summarize the plot. A few photos are shown of Salinger and the book cover.
J.D Salinger - The Catcher In the Rye Part 3 of 3
The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger is the short narrative of a 16
year old boy who failed out of prep school. This video reads excerpts
from the novel to summarize the plot. A few photos are shown of
Salinger and the book cover.
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Derbyshire Footage
This video shows images at Derbyshire and how the images model her novel, Jane Eyre. Charlotte Bronte stayed at Hathersage Church Vicarage for three weeks in the summer of 1845, the year before she started to write Jane Eyres o she would have been very aware of the chime of the church clock, the sound Jane Eyre hears that draws her to 'Morton'. Charlotte Bronte walked up to the moors and also visited North Lees Hall, then occupied by Mary Eyre and her family. There are Eyre family gr
Learn How To Make Crispy Kisses
Learn how to make yummy rice crispy treats from 10-year old budding chef Miranda. These would be good for a Valentines Day treat to your family, teachers and friends. These Crispy kisses are easy to make and are delicious and healthy.
NASA to Launch R2 to Join Space Station Crew
NASA will launch the first human-like robot to space this year to become a permanent resident of the International Space Station. Robonaut 2, or R2, was developed jointly by NASA and General Motors under a cooperative agreement to develop a robotic assistant that can work alongside humans, whether they are astronauts in space or workers at GM manufacturing plants on Earth.
A Tour of the MIT Endicott House
An Elegant French Tudor mansion enriched in old-world grandeur and enhanced by contemporary refinements, offers a unique site for meetings, executive education and corporate special events. Set on 25 acres of magnificent grounds and Olmsted designed gardens, there are 37 guestrooms and eight meeting rooms, including an 80 person amphitheater. Known for creative cuisine, from bountiful buffets to scrumptious private dinners, food is freshly prepared by their talented chefs and elegantly served
French Revolution (Part 3) - Reign of Terror
The instructor, in this installment, discusses the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution. The instructor uses computer software with still images.
Become an Accountant: How to Become an Accountant
Becoming an accountant typically involves obtaining a degree, whether it be two-year or four-year, from an accredited higher learning institution. Discover the many different educational options available for accountants with tips from a certified public account in this free video on accounting.
Video: “What Happened at Vatican II”
The Second Ecumenical Council of the Vatican, or Vatican II, put the condition and future of the Catholic faith on the table for discussion. Nearly 45 years after the three-year council ended, the effects of Vatican II are still being felt, from the role of laity to the language used in services. For the annualkeep reading »
(5/6) Tanks - Battle of Kursk
The battle of Kursk was monumental for numerous reasons but will almost always be remembered for being the largest clash of armor. The vast area around the city of Kursk presented itself as a target with a salient being formed in the Russian line of defense. Hitler needed a victory that would regain the initiative in the east and declared that Operation Zitadelle as it was known" would shine like a beacon to the world" and would avenge the crushing defeat at Stalingrad earlier in the year, but e
(4/6) Tanks - Battle of Kursk
The battle of Kursk was monumental for numerous reasons but will almost always be remembered for being the largest clash of armor. The vast area around the city of Kursk presented itself as a target with a salient being formed in the Russian line of defense. Hitler needed a victory that would regain the initiative in the east and declared that Operation Zitadelle as it was known" would shine like a beacon to the world" and would avenge the crushing defeat at Stalingrad earlier in the year, but e
J.K. Rowling; A Year in Her Life, Part 1 of
One of the most popular authors of this era. This documentary chronicles a year in this author's life. In November 2006, in a hotel room in Edinborough, J.K. Rowling is working on the last chapters of her final Harry Potter book. The series took 17 years to write. Writer James Runcie interviews Rowling throughout this series. (4:39)
Elmo Talks about the Word "Season"
Adrian Grenier and Elmo help explain what the seasons are. Season is the time of year that is known for a certain kind of weather and there are four seasons in the year. Run time 01:58.
Four Seasons in a Year Song
This video is a song about the four seasons in each year. It is geared to younger learners. It shows images of each season and gives characteristics of each season.
