Brookhaven, Mississippi - A Short Documentary
This is a mini-documentary about Brookhaven Mississippi, its history, and the people that have relocated there.(Professionally-produced video)
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.
Weird NJ Visits Cape May's Concrete Ship
In this video from the History Channel series (produced by KPI) they explore the history of one of New Jersey's strangest landmarks----the wreck of the S.S. Atlantis. In this video they discuss why concrete was used to make a ship and how the ship sunk. Video is good quality and has information for students studying this area of the United States.
Weird US: The Curse of Lake Ronkonkoma
Video discuss the history and mystery of Lake Ronkonkoma and its history. The lake is the largest and deepest lake in Long Island. This video discusses the curse the lake has. Video is good quality and has good information for students studying this area of the United States.
South Carolina Flag and Anthem The South Carolina flag history: Asked by the Revolutionary Council of Safety in the fall of 1775 to design a flag for the use of South Carolina troops, Col. William Moultrie chose a blue which matched the color of their uniforms and a crescent which reproduced the silver emblem worn on the front of their caps. The palmetto tree was added later to represent Moultrie's heroic defense of the palmetto-log fort on Sullivan's Island a
Learn about Graceland in Memphis, TN
Take a trip to 3767 Elvis Presley Boulevard in Memphis, TN - otherwise known as "Graceland." With 700,000 visitors each year, Graceland is the second most visited home in the United States, after the White House. This brief video includes footage and music from Elvis, along with narration about the history of his home, Graceland, in Memphis, TN. Run time 01:09.
Facts about Texas
A fourth-grade student describes facts and features about the state of Texas. The student explains the weather, bordering states, population, state quarter, and history of Texas along with geographical images of Texas.
7 Wonders of Utah: Devils Slide StandardNET Live video. A history of Devils Slide, video describes Devil's Slide, such as how it got it name, and how it was formed. Video shows how rock was weathered into this shape. Video is of good quality. (2:02)
7 Wonders of Utah: The Salt Lake Temple and Tabernacle StandardNET Live video. Video gives a history of the Salt Lake Temple and Tabernacle. Video discusses how the Salt Lake Temple was built and how important it is to the state. Video also discusses how many people and countries were involved in the building of the Temple. The Temple was not open until 40 years after it was begun. Video is of good quality. Video is appropriate for elementary and middle school. (2"04)
7 Wonders of Utah: Zion National Park StandardNET Live video. Video gives the history of Zion National Park. Video discusses how many people come through the park, how it was named, and what the name stands for. Video also discusses the animals, plants, and birds that live in Zion National Park. Video contains awesome pictures. Video is appropriate of elementary and middle school students.
7 Wonders of Utah: Bryce Canyon StandardNET Live video. Video gives the history of Bryce Canyon. Video discusses facts about the Canyon, how it was named, how the geology of the Canyon comes alive, where the park is located, and what there is to do in the park. (2:19)
7 Wonders of Utah: Bear Lake StandardNET Live video. Video gives the history of Bear Lake. Video discusses where Bear Lake is located, the history, what the lake is used for today, and the myth that surrounds the lake. Video contains awesome pictures. Video is appropriate of elementary and middle school students.
7 Wonders of Utah: Great Salt Lake StandardNET Live video. Video gives the history of the Great Salt Lake. Video discusses how big the lake originally was, the current size and depth of the lake, the life that live in the lake, the minerals that come from the lake, the ecosystem of the lake, the recreation that the lake has to offer. Video contains awesome pictures. Video is appropriate of elementary and middle school students. (2:13)
7 Wonders of Utah: Arches National Park StandardNET Live video. Video gives the history of Arches National Park. Video discusses the natural stone arches, how long ago the arches were formed, how they were formed, climate, and how the park is a constantly changing landscape. Video discusses how Native Americans once lived in the park and shows proof of this. Video contains awesome pictures. Video is appropriate of elementary and middle school students.
A Lesson on Adverbs
An adverb adds to the verbs. Definitions and examples are presented by students about adverbs in sentences. The lesson ends at 2 minutes, 25 seconds with slides that summarize the adverb lesson. The remainder of the video includes very cute outtakes. (4:11)
Childhood Obesity Epidemic - ABC News
News short on the childhood obesity epidemic. One in five children in the United States is diagnosed with obesity. About 1/4 of kids in the US don't exercise on a regular basis. For the first time in history, this generation may be sicker and die younger than their parents. Grades 5-12. 1:37 min.
Context Clues
Teacher explains how he learned to read unfamiliar words in comic books by using context clues. For some reason, it has an extra 30 seconds of blank video. 2:30 min.
The World of Biophysics
In this Wichita State University program, Don Lamb, professor of physical chemistry at Ludwig University of Munich, delivers a lecture on the biophysics. Dr. Lamb explains the history of biophysics and how the intersection of biology and physics helps to explain living systems. Lamb discusses his research into the world of biophysics and fluorescence. Grades 10-12. 58:56 min.
China During the Tang Dynasty; Part 1 of 3
This video is suitable for older middle school or high school students and offers a history of the Tang Dynasty. "The Tang Dynasty (Chinese: 唐朝; pinyin: Táng Cháo; Middle Chinese: dhɑng) (June 18, 618 - June 4, 907) was an imperial dynasty of China preceded by the Sui Dynasty and followed by the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms Period. It was founded by the Li (李) family, who seized power during the decline and collapse of the Sui Empire. " (Tang Dynasty, Wikipedia, 2009).
