Verbs
What are verbs and how are they used? Find out in this short, computer animated video that covered the following concepts: the definition of a verb, parts of a sentence, proper use of verbs, examples of verbs, and verb tense. A ten question, fill in the blank quiz is at the conclusion of the video.
44 Presidents by Rhythm, Rhyme, Results
This educational rap features presidents from Washington to Obama. May be a suitable way to memorize or remember all forty-four of them. Lyrics by Ben Johnson.
The 44 Presidents Of The United States
In this video you will see photos of all 44 Presidents Of The United States from 1789-2009. Â Classical music plays in the background, and then Leann Rimes sings the National Anthem.
Which U.S. Presidents Have Been Assassinated?
Four U.S. presidents have been assassinated, including Abraham
Lincoln, James Garfield, William McKinley and John F. Kennedy. An American history teacher explains the circumstances of these presidential assassinations in this video.
Counting from 10 to 20 (Song)
In this simple song, children hear and see how to count from 10 to 20. Graphical images of the numbers are shown - as the singer sings each number - while the song progresses.
Web 2.0 ... The Machine is Using Us
What is Web 2.0? This is very informative video about the emergence of the Web. It discusses hypermedia anthropology and digital ethnography.
Looking back on 1920s and 30s women's fashion
To begin a new fashion season, an exhibition at Paris' Decorative Arts museum retraces female style in the 1920s, 30s and under the Occupation, focusing on the designer Madeleine Vionnet. This three minute video is fast paced and students need to have some background before watching it. Also mentioned was fashion as propaganda.
Types of Clay for Ceramics
There are different types of clay used for a particular kind of ceramic work such as throwing on the wheel, hand building, or Raku. Â Find out what types of clay are good for ceramics .English captions. (3:28)
Science Olympiad Scrambler Brakes
A common event at Science Olympiad competitions is the Scrambler. The Scrambler must be a vehicle designed to use a falling mass to transport an egg a particular distance that students will be informed of only at the time of the event. This video displays a fairly simple braking system that is very beneficial to student success. Run time :20
Inca Mummies: Secrets of the Lost World
Trek with archaeologists through the Andes and unearth the secrets of the Inca.
Incas: A History
A good video that explains the Inca culture, history, and demise. A map, word list, and timeline would benefit students when watching this excellent overview.
The Mayans
An overview of Mayan history as we know it. Cartoon video includes topics such as their disappearance, concept of zero, forms of writing, and 365-day calendars.
Land: State of the Earth
Large tracks of land in Africa and Chine simply blew away in 2006. When land is stripped bare or robbed of rain by climate change, it often turns to desert. Learn how once fertile land is destroyed by deforestation, lack of rain, and fire. Run time 06:21.
" Fern Protects the Environment"- An Animated Storybook
Fern the Fox demonstrates many ways to be environmentally friendly is this computer-animated storybook. Examples shown include turning off lights to save energy, shortening showers to conserve water, taking bottles to a recycling center, avoiding use of plastic shopping bags, and making a compost. The words of the story appear on each page and are highlighted as they are read. ( 1:51)
Narrator Describes Water Cycle using Visual Aid-Running Time is 2:26
This a short video on the water cycle. It steps you through the water cycle it explains each step. It is not very detailed and the picture of the water cycle is not big enough to see but it is good for an introduction to the water cycle. Running time is 2:26.
The Presidential Life of George Washington
The Presidential Life of George Washington - President George Washington was very shy at social events, but he took his job as a president very seriously. Learn more about how he became the father of the country and a big example for many. (04:12)
Biography: John Wilkes Booth: Assassin in the Spotlight
John Wilkes Booth was the epitome of success--a famous stage actor, wildly popular, and wealthy. Yet, in April 1865, when the Confederate South surrendered to the Union North, he felt he was 'a man without a country.'
Volume of a Rectangular Prism
The Instructor uses a geometric electronic sketchpad to demonstrate how to find the volume of a rectangular prism. In this video the formula for volume of a rectangular prism is given. They remind you that a rectangular prism is simply a box-like shape. They then solve two different examples. Video is good quality and good for all students as review or initial learning of the concept.
Rutherford Hayes
This four minute video is about President Rutherford Hayes, his early life, political involvement, marriage, and presidency. A good video that shows the human side of a president.
Breakdance Freeze
In this video learn how to do a basic freeze. This is a foundation freeze which will allow you to get into other uprock and footwork moves. (2:26)
