Thomas Alva Edison
This is a 30 minute biography of the life of Thomas Alva Edison, (February 11, 1847 – October 18, 1931) an American inventor, scientist and businessman who developed many devices that greatly influenced life around the world, including the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and a long-lasting, practical electric light bulb.Dubbed "The Wizard of Menlo Park" (now Edison, New Jersey) by a newspaper reporter, he was one of the firstinventors to apply the principles of mass production and
The Stuff of Genius: Safety Pin
With patents on everything from fountain pens to rifles, Walter Hunt has sometimes been called "America's forgotten inventor." However, his most successful invention was the safety pin.
Chimney Sweeper by William Blake
This is a recitation of the poem Chimney Sweeper by William Blake (November 1757– August 1827). In this poem, Blake depicts the life and mind of a child just after the industrial revolution. The poem is well read, but there is no indication of who did the reading. The poem is rather 'dark', which heightens the age level. There is just one still image during this brief audio.
Learn French- Learn 10 Sentences (Review All 70 Sentences in This Video)
Learn 10 simple French sentences. Each sentence is said by a native French speaker 3 times. When the head on the right side 'blinks', that is the time for the viewer to say the sentence aloud. Each sentence is accompanied by an appropriate image. The video would be better served if there was a English translation. (This is the longest video in the series- 32:16)
Roger Federer Forehand In Slow Motion
This is a short, silent video of Roger Federer hitting forehands in slow motion. Display of proper technique as done by a pro. 2:13 min.
How to Improve at Tennis
How to Improve at Tennis. Part of the series: Tennis Lessons. A great way to improve your tennis game is to simply play more tennis, find a tennis partner for motivation, and join a local tennis organization. Consider taking lessons to hone your skills. (1:04)
The Smash Shot in Badminton
The Smash Shot in Badminton. Part of the series: How to Play Badminton. In this clip learn the basics of the game from footwork and grips as well as body position. Easy for students to follow.
What Is Rococo Art?
Learn about Rococo art with information from an art historian, critic and curator in this video. Rococo art was created upon the end of the Baroque period, and it is characterized by intentional visual redundancy, elaborate filigree, gold leaf, rosy nudes and romantic images. (1:38)
Baby Chameleons Depend on Instinct
With typical National Geographic close-up photography, we see baby chameleons emerge from their eggs. Learn why chameleons change skin color. Watch as a baby finds food. Narration is provided by a pleasant, upbeat female voice. Additional light music and nature sounds fill in the background of this short video. Run time 01:21.
Desmond Tutu Interview on Leadership
The 1984 Nobel Peace Laureate Desmond Tutu discusses what makes a good leader. Vague information. Of limited use.
Run time 3:44
Digital Animation
A BrainPop video discussing digital animation. Some key vocabulary words include Computer Generated Imagery, 3-D, 2-D, Flash, stage, layers, keyframes, and tweening.
PART 2 - Learn To Write the Alphabet N-Z
PART 2. PART 1. Kids learn how to write upper case letters of the alphabet. Finger strokes are shown making each letter and the narrator says the sound it makes and an animation is shown of something that starts with that letter.
Words Beginning With "sh" and "ch" - Hooked on Phonics
This video lesson presents words beginning with ch and sh. First, the sound of ch is presented, then 12 words that start with ch are shown on the screen. Next, the sound of sh is presented, and words beginning with sh are shown on the screen. The second time through, there is time for the viewer to read the words before the narrator says them. (6:05)
Computer Skills; Shortcuts : How to Add a Watermark to a JPEG Image
Adding a watermark to a JPEG image with Gimp software will allow distribution or advertising the image without giving a high-quality copy away for free. This shows you step by step how to add the watermark. Text is displayed as Tim is speaking so notes are easily taken.
Excel Trick
Easily compare numbers in Microsoft Excel. Excel creates a tally chart to visually compare data. Walks you through the steps-easy to follow. (1:32)
Nouns
What is a noun and how it is used? Find out in this short, computer animated video. The following concepts will be briefly covered: Definition of a noun, sentence parts, proper use of nouns and examples of nouns. The video has a 10 question, fill in the blank quiz at the end.Â
Mopheme Mastery Part 1
In this clip you can learn what information you is need to do well on a morphemes test. The beginning of the clip shows how to split a word into parts with lines and then write the names of the word parts. Later words are shown on a slide and students are asked to divide the word into parts.
First-Grade Home School Reading Lessons : Syllable Reading Lessons
Have you decided to homeschool your child? Learn how to teach syllable reading lessons for homeschooled first-graders in this free education video.
Matt Moskal is a free-lance artist with a BA in Elementary / Special Education. He has taught Kindergarten through 6th grade in the Philadelphia School District since 2003.
Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz
First-Grade Home School Reading Lessons : Reading Lesson Word Cards
Have you decided to homeschool your child? Learn all about using reading word cards for home schooling first-graders in this free education video.
Matt Moskal is a free-lance artist with a BA in Elementary / Special Education. He has taught Kindergarten through 6th grade in the Philadelphia School District since 2003.
Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz
First Grade Home School Reading Lessons : Time Management
Have you decided to homeschool your child? Learn all about time management for home schooling first-graders in this education video.
Matt Moskal is a free-lance artist with a BA in Elementary / Special Education. He has taught Kindergarten through 6th grade in the Philadelphia School District since 2003.
Filmmaker: Christopher Rokosz
