Instructional Video12:18
Step Back History

The Pre-Columbian Peoples

12th - Higher Ed
Human history in America goes back over 10,000 years. In this first episode of Step Back's American History we look at the Pre-Columbian peoples and how they settled the western hemisphere.
Instructional Video3:06
Ancient Lights Media

US Constitution: The Concept of Limited Government

6th - 8th
Understanding the U.S. Constitution: 8. This clip explains how the U.S. constitution establishes limits on government intrusion into private lives. It also explains the System of Checks and Balances within the Federal Government.
Instructional Video6:18
Cerebellum

The American Civil War And Reconstruction: 1862-1869 - Emancipation Proclamation (1863)

9th - 12th
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This video looks at the documents...
Instructional Video9:08
Mr. Beat

The Difference Between Nationalism and Patriotism

6th - 12th
Maybe nationalism isn't as bad as folks say it is. What did I get wrong about nationalism? And it's true. I meant what I said. I like humans. Nationalism is a word that often has a negative connotation these days. In fact, the word is...
Instructional Video11:17
Mazz Media

America's Journey Through Slavery: Escaping Slavery on the Underground Railroad

6th - 8th
Stirring dramatizations, archival photographs and colorful maps help tell the story of the Underground Railroad. Students will understand that the Underground Railroad was a series of safe houses maintained by volunteers which were used...
Instructional Video3:52
The Economist

YouTube's battle for free speech

12th - Higher Ed
Over one billion hours of YouTube videos are viewed every day. A new generation of content creators are harnessing the power of the social-media platform, but they're also grappling with issues surrounding censorship and free speech.
Instructional Video11:26
Hip Hughes History

Cold War Explained: World History Review

6th - 12th
The very basics to understanding the Cold War between the Soviet Union and the United States. An emphasis on the foreign policy of containment with specific examples spanning the event.
Instructional Video9:06
PBS

Would You Have Joined the American Revolution?

12th - Higher Ed
It may seem obvious, but only 40-45% of colonists supported the cause. It's not as simple as it may appear!
Instructional Video3:04
Step Back History

The Alcoholic Republic

12th - Higher Ed
On July 4th, Americans celebrate their declaration of independence from Great Britain. Given what Great Britain did last week, it seems like they set a trend. Consequences be damned. 240 years later, Independence day has become a wild...
Instructional Video26:13
Hip Hughes History

Who Were the Black Panthers? US History Review

6th - 12th
Who were the Black Panthers? What did they believe in and what were their positives contributions as well as there darker sides? A deep dive into the revolutionary political party, the Black Panthers. Including the BPP's origins,...
Instructional Video1:12
The Business Professor

The 1st Amendment of the US Constitution - Explained

Higher Ed
This Video Explains The 1st Amendment of the US Constitution - Explained
Instructional Video2:50
Ancient Lights Media

US Constitution: Freedom of Religion

6th - 8th
Understanding the U.S. Constitution: 5. This clip explains the guarantee of Freedom of Religion as it is spelled out in the U.S. Constitution.
Instructional Video4:01
Cerebellum

America's Documents Of Freedom 1215-1774 - The Sugar Act 1764, The Stamp Act 1765, And The Townshend Acts 1767

9th - 12th
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. In this video we look at the...
Instructional Video2:14
Curated Video

Where in the world is censorship most oppressive?

12th - Higher Ed
When governments seek to control information and ideas they seek to limit access to the internet, imprison journalists and stop free speech. Find out where in the world censorship is most oppressive.
Instructional Video4:50
Oxford Comma

Ending Explained! Chopin's "Story of an Hour"

9th - 12th
A short look into an even shorter story. In just two pages, Chopin takes readers on a journey of grief and how the oppressive forces in society can drive people to the most startling of discoveries. In this video we'll look at how Chopin...
Instructional Video6:40
Hip Hughes History

What is Socialism? Government Review

6th - 12th
A brief overview of the word, "Socialist".
Instructional Video10:05
Cerebellum

The United States Bill Of Rights - Introduction To The Bill Of Rights

9th - 12th
Learn what makes the Bill of Rights so important to America! Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America That preface begins the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the Constitution of the...
Instructional Video2:43
Cerebellum

America: Nationalism And Change 1818-1830 - The Monroe Doctrine 1823

9th - 12th
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This video examines the documents...
Instructional Video17:35
Mazz Media

Standing Up For Freedom: The Civil Rights Movement in America

6th - 8th
From the fight to abolish slavery in the 1800s to the efforts to stop segregation in the 1900s, this program chronicles the civil rights movement in America. Students will learn about the courageous leaders of the Abolitionist Movement...
Instructional Video2:59
Jam Campus

Why Do We Learn History Song

6th - 8th
Watch this social studies music video on why we learn history. A great way to boost classroom engagement when introducing new topics.
News Clip1:54
Curated Video

Susan Smith is denied parole 30 years after drowning her 2 sons

Higher Ed
Smith told a parole board that she was “very sorry,” then broke down in tears and bowed her head. (Scripps News)
News Clip4:47
Press Association

Esther Rantzen's daughter Rebecca Wilcox speaks about new Assisted Dying Bill

Higher Ed
Esther Rantzen's daughter Rebecca Wilcox spoke today in Parliament Square about the proposed Assisted Dying Bill. The new bill is due to be debated by MPs on November 29. If approved, it would enable terminally ill people to legally take...
News Clip1:07
Press Association

Esther Rantzen's daughter speaks about new Assisted Dying Bill

Higher Ed
Esther Rantzen's daughter Rebecca Wilcox spoke today in Parliament Square about the proposed Assisted Dying Bill. The new bill is due to be debated by MPs on November 29. If approved, it would enable terminally ill people to legally take...
News Clip1:52
Press Association

John Healey speaks to the media following a visit to a training facility for the Ukrainian army

Higher Ed
Defence Secretary John Healey speaks to the media following a visit a training facility in England where Ukrainian troops are being trained by NATO forces as part of Operation Interflex.