Hip Hughes History
The Caning of Senator Charles Sumner: US History Review
On May 22, 1856, Senator Charles Sumner was beat, to inches of his life, on the floor of the US Senate. This is the story. Perfect for #APUSH students, cramming kids and lifelong learners!
TLDR News
Are Democrats Turning The Midterm Tide?
History suggests that incumbent presidents usually lose midterm elections, but recent polling has seen Democrats closing the gap. So which races are they set to win, and why are they bucking the trend? Could Biden do the impossible and...
Mr. Beat
The American Presidential Election of 1996
The 53rd Presidential election in American history took place on November 5, 1996. It featured a dude from Kansas, a dude from Arkansas, and another dude from Texas. At first, it wasn't looking so good for Bill Clinton. He faced the...
Curated Video
Linda Brown: The Schoolgirl who Changed America
Linda Brown was just 9-years-old when she was thrust into the national spotlight, as she fought - and won - against racial segregation in the American school system.
The Wall Street Journal
The Ground Battle
At the 2020 WSJ Health Forum, Dr. Jeff Colyer, former governor of Kansas, spoke with Executive Washington Editor Gerald F. Seib about what is-and isn't-working in fighting the coronavirus, and how those lessons could inform future health...
Professor Dave Explains
President Obama
Professor Dave explores the career and legacy of President Barack Obama
Mr. Beat
The American Presidential Election of 1936
The 38th Presidential election in American history took place on November 3, 1936. Almost four years earlier, Franklin Roosevelt went straight to work, causing the federal government to become more involved with the economy than ever...
Weird History
What Life Was Really Like As A Wild West Sheriff
Wild West sheriffs kept law and order on the frontier alongside fellow lawmen and the local citizenry. They’ve been dramatized, glamorized, and exaggerated in films and literature for generations and yes, the life of a Wild West sheriff...
Mr. Beat
The Lawrence Massacre (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here's the story of the third time Lawrence, Kansas, was invaded- The Lawrence Massacre, also known as Quantrill's Raid.
Professor Dave Explains
Specialization and Division of Labor
We've already learned about trade, and this leads nicely into the concept of specialization. This is something that can be done by an individual, a company, or even an entire country, by focusing on a few skills, or the production of a...
Mr. Beat
The History of Kansas (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here is the story of the history of my home state of Kansas.
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Colorado
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Mountain Region of the United States. The individual states of Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana are presented in detail.
Kids Learning Videos
State Flags! Learn USA State Flags for Kids
Hey kids! Did you know that each states in the USA has its own flag? In this video, children can see a picture of each US state flag and hear the name of that state. It’s fun for preschoolers and toddlers, and a good geography lesson for...
Weird History
What Happened During the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918?
In 1918 and 1919, the world took on a new, invisible enemy: the so-called "Spanish flu" pandemic sweeping the globe. The pandemic left tens of millions of casualties in its wake as it devastated one community after another. Given the...
Science360
The Ogallala Aquifer
Farmers in Kansas and other states that sit atop the Ogallala aquifer -- the largest freshwater aquifer in North America -- are pumping out water for crop irrigation far faster than natural seepage of rainwater can replenish it....
The Kiboomers
States and Capitals Songs for Children | 50 States and Capitals Songs for Kids | The Kiboomers
Listen to our ‘US States and Capitals Songs’ on video and sing along with the kids!
Kids Learning Videos
The 50 States Song - All 50 of the United States
The 50 States Song! Learn the nifty fifty states in alphabetical order with this video. The states are named alphabetically and highlighted on the map. Kids and children can learn the names and the locations of all the 50 US states.
Kids Learning Videos
50 States Song with pictures of all 50 State Flags | Kids Learning Videos
Learn the 50 states in the United States with this fun 50 States Song. The song goes in alphabetical order and you can see the flags of each of the states. Enjoy!
Curated Video
3 states renew their effort to reduce access to the abortion drug mifepristone
Three states are asking a judge to let them try a new approach with a lawsuit to force the federal government to reduce access to the abortion pill mifepristone. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
Oklahoma is the latest state to cut grocery taxes, but who does this really benefit?
Only 12 states will continue to tax groceries after Oklahoma's new policy takes effect, and that could decrease to seven by 2026. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
Scorching temps expected for Fourth of July holiday with over 120 million people under heat watch
More than 120 million Americans are under heat-related advisories and watches as excessive heat grips much of the U.S. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
New anti-abortion laws go into effect in Kansas
New restrictions intended to dissuade pregnant women from obtaining an abortion have gone into effect in Kansas, despite an effort by the state's Democratic governor to veto them. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
With home prices up more than 50%, some states try to contain property taxes
Rising home values have led to higher real estate taxes around the U.S. (Scripps News)