Apple Computers through the ages
A video of apple computer throughout time starting with the Apple Lisa and ending with the Macbook Air. It begins with the Apple Logo which was used from 1976 to 1998. You see a picture of Lisa which was introduced in 1983. Statistics are given about the computers and what they would cost in modern day prices. (2:35)
Ultimate Success Vocabulary: Lesson 6
Increase and improve vocabulary with this clip. Vocabulary
words are defined. Each slide shows the word, definition and and an
example of the word used in a sentence. A narrator reads the word,
definition, and sentence.
Long Word Song-Syllabication
Learn how to read multi-syllable words by listening to this song and watching how they divide the word into syllables on the screen. (1:17)
Between the Lions: Gawain's Word - jig Sir “j” and Sir “ig” bring an Irish flavor to Blending Fields, as they charge together at high speed to make a word “jig”. Host Gawain is on hand to bring you all the action. Video is average quality, it is short, but shows how sounds are put together to make words. This video would be good for preschool/kindergarten children.
First Aid & Safety Tips : How to Protect Yourself During an Earthquake
To protect yourself in an earthquake, move to an interior wall of a sturdy building, then duck and cover is the purpose of the 1:43 video. It provides good information that should be reviewed by all teachers in areas where earthquakes are a concern.
Dog vs. Chicken
This dog overcomes a chicken obsession with Cesar's help. Trainer gets respect by dominating the dog - through discipline. This video is part of a seiries aired by National Geographic on dog behaviors. Run time 03:19.
Get in the Car Doggy!
The dog trainer, Cesar uses a unique strategy to help Olive (the doggy)overcome her fear of the car - and lead a normal life. The trainer takes small steps to teach the dog with positive and negative reinforcement. This short, professional video is from a series aired by National Geographic on dog behaviors. Run time 03:41.
Man vs. Dog
Through immersion with a pack of calm submissive dogs, Cesar (the dog trainer) helps a father overcome his fear of dogs.Video is part of a series aired by National Geographic on dog behavior. Run time 02:43.
Dog Behaviors Modified
Maltese dogs named Maggie and Molly cause trouble around the retirement home. A dog owner must take a leadership role. This video is part of a series aired by National Geographic on dog behaviors. Run time 03:30
Firehouse Mascot
A Dalmation learns his place at the firehouse with Cesar's (the dog trainer) help. Dog will behave according to a human's reactions. Body language is used to teach the Doggy respect. This professional video is part of a series aired by National Geographic. Run time 03:25.
The Grimke Sisters (Quakers)
Check out these two 19th-century Quakers who were early advocates of the women's rights and abolition movements. This video tells us about the Grimke sisters and their lives, and is done in a musical and kid-friendly way.
Women's Rights in the 1800s
This video is accompanied by text. "The spirit of reform was prevalent in the field of women's rights. Many women played a central role in a wide range of antebellum moral crusades—especially in support of temperance and the abolition of slavery—and their experiences in a male-dominated culture led to the first American feminist movement. This era witnessed the beginning of the quest for equality between the sexes, but the chief strides were made decades later..." (Professionally produced ma
Women's Rights Time Line
Women's Rights Time Line. Part of the series: History Questions. Women's rights movements began as far back as 1776 when the constitution was being written, but suffrage began in the early 1900s. (02:06)
Abigail Adams
This five minute video does not have narration and replies on images and graphics to tell the story of this powerful wife of John Adams. There is little context given for the letters and nothing about the impact of them at the time they were written. At best, just an overview of Mrs. Adams and what she was trying to do and to provide interest for others to follow her trail. Slow loading. Music may be muted without losing any of the message.
Nellie Bly-Journalist
A comical show about AJ and the crew who travel back in time to late 19th century to talk to Nellie Bly. Nellie Bly was a journalist who faked her own insanity in order to investigate the terrible conditions of America's asylums.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
This 2:31 video is student done and contains some images of Stanton. The verbage lacks insights and skips over the many events that should have been mentioned. At best this could be shown to students as a quick overview of what they could do with the cavet that more research is needed.
WWI - From Causes to US intervention
This slide presentation shows the main events in WWI, from causes to the moment the USA joined the war. There is reference to Main causes, US involvement, sinking of the Lusitania, Zimmerman Letter, submarine warfare, weapons of the war, etc. (Slides and text only. No narration.)
World War 1 Simulation
The video includes a colored World War 1 map. Simulations and sounds occur throughout the video with some written explanations provided. Students must have some background knowledge before understanding the simulation. No narration. Run time 02:05.
The German Army and the Russian Winter
The German Army repeats Napoleon’s mistake in fighting through the Russian winter. The Weather Channel presentation of what the armies faced in winter.
(6/6) 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
