Creative Quotations from F. Scott Fitzgerald
Jazz music accompanies quotations from the works of F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896-1940), alongside a photo of the author. Born on Sep 24, 1896, this American author epitomized, with his writings and lifestyle. the 1920s "Jazz Age" in his novel, The Great Gatsby. 1925. First frame states: "No grand idea was ever born in a conference, but a lot of foolish ideas have died there." (1:25)
Greek Alphabet
This video is to help students in math and science classes learn the Greek alphabet. The pronunciation is the English way of saying the letters in an American accent. It is NOT meant for those actually trying to learn Greek as a foreign language.
History and Functions of the United Nations
The history of the United Nations, as an international organization, has origins which begin in World War II. Since then its aim and activities have expanded to make it the archetypal international body in the early 21st century.
Lois Ehlert Interview
Lois Ehlert's unique children's books, such as Color Zoo, reflect her creative and curious mind. In this exclusive video interview, Lois Ehlert discusses her early love for art and how she continually strives to create highly original children's books. style, a vibrant mix of watercolor and collage, she brings stories to life.
California Flag and Anthem
California’s flag is the historic Bear Flag raised at Sonoma on June 14, 1846, by a group of American settlers in revolt against Mexican rule. The flag was designed by William Todd on a piece of new unbleached cotton. The star imitated the lone star of Texas. A grizzly bear represented the many bears seen in the state. The word, "Cal
Florida Flag and Anthem Florida’s flag is on a white field emblazoned with a red X and the state seal, Florida's flag represents the land of sunshine, flowers, palm trees, rivers and lakes. The seal features a brilliant sun, a cabbage palmetto tree, a steamboat sailing and a Native American Seminole woman scattering flowers. Flag adopted 1899. Their anthem is “Swanee River (Old Folks at Home),” written by Stephen C. Foster.
Indiana State Flag and State Song
The flag of Indiana is shown against a blue sky. The field of the flag is blue with nineteen stars and a flaming torch in gold or buff. Thirteen stars are arranged in an outer circle, representing the original thirteen states; five stars are arranged in a half circle below the torch and inside the outer circle of stars, representing the states admitted prior to Indiana; and the nineteenth star, is larger than the others and represents Indiana. The
Weird US - Grotto of the Redemption
In this excerpt from the History Channel they travel to an amazing shrine in the American heartland, West Bend, Iowa, which is built entirely out of minerals. A conglomeration of nine grottos depicting scenes in the life of Jesus, the Grotto contains a large collection of minerals and petrifications and is believed to be the largest grotto in the world. It is also "considered to be the world's most complete man-made collection of minerals, fossils, shells, and petrifications in one place." The t
Plantations of Louisiana
This video offers some views of some of the antebellum plantations of southern Louisiana. The music is called "American Classic" in the royalty free Stack Trax library. There is no narration, just music.
Maine State Flag and State Song Five Star Flags presents the Maine flag flying against the blue sky. The state coat of arms is placed on a blue field. In the center of the shield a moose rests under a tall pine tree. A farmer and seaman represents the work that people did in early times. The North Star represents the state motto: "Dirigo" ("I Direct"). Flag adopted 1909.
The Colors of a River: Pollution and the Upper Mississippi
Friends of the Mississippi River hosted a presentation on Monday, January 29th, 2009 at Augsburg College in Minneapolis: The Colors of a River: Pollution on the Upper Mississippi.
What was the Mississippi River like when only American Indians and early explorers paddled its waters? When did we first begin polluting the Mississippi and how? How bad did it get before anyone did something about it?
Historian and author Dr. John O. Anfinson of the
Casinos in Biloxi, Mississippi
Late in the 20th century, Mississippi, poorest state in America and wracked by near terminal poverty, unemployment, and hurricanes, turned a favorable eye to lady luck, or at least the economic benefits of organized gaming. It all started on the beaches of Mississippi's Gulf coast. Travel with Bennett-Watt and learn about the history, laws, and economic benefits of the casinos in Biloxi, Mississippi. Run time 04:07.
New Mexico State Flag and State Song The flag is shown against the blue sky. The yellow field and red symbol colors are the colors of Spain. There is a red sun with rays stretching out from it. There are four groups of rays with four rays in each group. This is an ancient sun symbol of a Native American people called the Zia. They believed the giver of all good gave gifts in groups of four. The gifts are: the four directions - north, east, south and west
President Jimmy Carter - "Crisis of Confidence" Speech
President Carter speaks to Americans about the "crisis of confidence" in American government, values, and way of life.(This is only the first part of the speech.)
Creating Health: Childhood Obesity
Kris Clark, professor of nutritional sciences at Pennsylvania State University hosts various Penn State health professionals in an examination of the causes of childhood obesity, including the impact of larger food portions and reduced physical activity. Learn about how today's American lifestyle of fast food, driving instead of walking, as well as video games and computer use, have affected children's health. Professional video gives advice as to how families and schools can help to improve chi
Ruins of Timgad 1920s
This film is a silent film from the 20th century which shows ruins of the Roman ruins at Timgad in Algeria in the 1920s. This film is suitable for middle school and high school students. (Text is in French)
The Wisdom of Mark Twain
Mark Twain or Samuel Langhorne Clemens (real name) was an
American author and humorist. Twain is most noted for his novels
Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, which has since been called the Great American Novel, and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. He is extensively quoted. During his lifetime, Twain became a friend to presidents, artists, industrialists, and European royalty.
Marco Polo Biography, Part IX
This is an animated biography of Marco Polo, a 14th-century explorer and trader, from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
Marco Polo Biography, Part II
This is an animated biography of Marco Polo, a 14th-century explorer and trader, from the Discovery Channel Education series. This series is aimed at older elementary school children.
R.L. Stine Interview (Goosebumps)
He says he started at the age of nine, when he found a typewriter in the attic. His mother was always yelling at him to go out and play. He commented that he was shy and clumsy kid. In his books he tries to keep the books as a fantasy and keep the real world out; he doesn't want to freak any kids out. In his early career he wrote joke books and a magazine. He has written 87 Goosebumps books, from 1992 to 1994 (doing one book per month) and then they just took off all over the world. At one point
