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Native American People of the Midwest Region
Dr. Forrester continues her discussion of the Midwest Region of the United States by exploring the regions where various Native American tribes lived. She tells the stories of 2 famous Native Americans: Sacagawea and Chief Black Kettle.
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The Development of Alaska and Hawaii
Dr. Forrester explains how Alaska and Hawaii became our 49th and 50th states, and how our newest states influenced the development of the Western Region.
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Historic Factors Influencing the Development of the Western Region
Dr. Forrester talks about the influence that diseases, horses, and livestock had on the development of the west. She discusses the Californios, and ends with the topic of Indian reservations.
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Important Historical Figures of the Old West
Dr. Forrester introduces the student to the Native American tribes of the Western region of the United States, and discusses the role of the Native American tribes in the development of the west.
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Factors That Influenced Migration to the West
Dr. Forrester describes the various factors that influenced the migration of settlers to the Midwest and the western regions of the United States. She introduces the town of Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan. She concludes by explaining that...
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Indian Reservations
Dr. Forrester talks about the history of the Indian reservations in the United States and what the reservations are like today.
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Let's Go There! Bob Bullock Museum in Austin and LaSalle the French Explorer
Travel to the Bob Bulluck Museum in Austin, Texas and explore the exciting history behind the French Explorer La Salle.
Wonderscape
The Tragic History of Indigenous Land Removal in the United States
This video provides a comprehensive overview of the forced removal of indigenous peoples from their ancestral lands in North America. Narrated by Rainy Fields, a member of the Muscogee Creek Nation and of Cherokee descent, it delves into...
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The Development of the Southwest Region
Dr. Forrester discusses the westward expansion of the United States. She discusses the importance of the Santa Fe Trail, the Chisholm Trail, and the Gadsden Purchase.
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Getting Settled
Dr. Forrester explains how environmental resources, transportation, and location influence the development of cities and industries.
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Influence of Native Americans
Dr. Forrester discusses the impact of Native Americans on the British settlers and modern American culture.
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Letitia Carson: Defiant Pioneer
In the mid-19th century, only around 3% of those who traveled West on the Oregon Trail were Black. Among them was Letitia Carson, the only Black woman in Oregon to successfully receive land through the Homestead Act.
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Significant Individuals in the Southern Colonies
Significant Individuals in the Southern Colonies identifies significant individuals responsible for the development of the Southern colonies.
Sir Linkalot
Lesson 60 - American Spellings (Levels 3-5)
Material covered:Jewellery,Skilful,Focused,Practice & practise,Licence & license
,Manoeuvre,Fulfil,Susie's Story - Manoeuvre,Susie's Story - Confectionery
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The New England Colonies 2
The New England Colonies examines colonial life in the original thirteen colonies.
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Significant Individuals of the New England Colonies
Significant Individuals of the New England Colonies identifies significant individuals responsible for the development of the New England colonies.
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Wampanoag Tribe
A video entitled “Wampanoag Tribe” which discusses the Wampanoag people, including their lifestyle, involvement with the Pilgrims, and most famous chiefs.
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How Puerto Rico Became a US Commonwealth
Puerto Rico is part of the US, governed by federal law but unable to vote in Presidential elections.. So why does it remain in constitutional limbo?
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The Sham Prince of Poyais and his Imaginary Kingdom
On top of having a fabulous name, British officer and soldier of fortune Gregor MacGregor spent a decade in Central America fighting for Venezuela and briefly attempting to declare Florida’s independence. He returned to Britain with...
Sir Linkalot
Lesson 60 - American Spellings (Levels 3-5)
Our cousins the other side of the pond like to do things a little bit differently and that includes spelling! Material covered: Jewellery Skilful Focused Practice & practise Licence & license Manoeuvre Fulfil Susie's Story - Manoeuvre...
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The New England Colonies
This video will discuss the establishment of the New England colonies and early colonial life there.
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Colonist and Native American Conflicts
Colonist and Native American Conflicts analyzes the conflicts between European colonists and the Native Americans during the colonial period.
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Sutter’s Mill and the Gold Rush of 1849
A video entitled “Sutter’s Mill and the Gold Rush” examines the life of John Sutter, focusing on how his Sacramento Valley settlement was instrumental in the California Gold Rush.