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Pbs Learning Media: John Tyler: 60 Second Presidents
Short video [1:11] for students learning about John Tyler's presidency and the challenges he faced. Students will enjoy the lively nature of this short clip. Background essay for students to read before viewing. Handout for students to...
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Pbs Learning Media: Zachary Taylor: 60 Second Presidents
Lively animated video [1:09] and background essay describes the issues facing Zachary Taylor during his presidency. Corresponding student handout for viewing video.
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Pbs Learning Media: Millard Fillmore: 60 Second Presidents
A look at the life and presidency of Millard Fillmore through text and video. [1:11] Support materials include background essay and student handout to accompany video.
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Pbs Learning Media: Franklin Pierce: 60 Second Presidents
Animated video [1:17] provides a swiftly paced look at Franklin Pierce and the issues facing his presidency. Accompanying text provides background information on Pierce and a student handout corresponds with the video.
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Pbs Learning Media: Andrew Johnson: 60 Second Presidents
Animated video [1:15] on the highlights of Andrew Johnson's life and how he handled Reconstruction during his presidency. Narrated in a lively humorous style and accompanied by support materials.
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Pbs Learning Media: Ulysses S. Grant: 60 Second Presidents
Short video [1:19] on the life and presidency of Civil War Hero, Ulysses S. Grant. Students will enjoy the informal delivery of this animated video. Student handouts include background essay on Grant and fact sheet to be used while...
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Pbs Learning Media: Rutherford B. Hayes: 60 Second Presidents
Sixty-Second Presidents video [1:12] about Rutherford B. Hayes and his presidency. A lively piece with accompanying support material handouts for students.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: James A. Garfield
60-Second Presidents video [1:17] about President James Garfield and his brief time in office before he was assassinated. Includes handouts for students.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: Chester A. Arthur
Short animated video [1:13] from PBS 60-Second Presidents series on the life and presidency of Chester A. Arthur. Includes a fact sheet with questions and background essay on Arthur.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: Benjamin Harrison
Lively video [1:09] on the accomplishments and failures of Benjamin Harrison's presidency. Support materials for students include background essay on Harrison and fact sheet with questions to follow along with the video.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: William Mckinley
60-Second Presidents piece summarizes the presidency of William Mckinley in a lively animated video. [1:16] Includes support materials for students.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: William Howard Taft
60-Second Presidents video [1:22] outlining the policies of the William Howard Taft presidency during the Progressive Era. Includes background essay on Taft and fact sheet for students to use during the video.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: Woodrow Wilson
60-Second Presidents video [1:19] on the presidency of Woodrow Wilson. Students will learn about the domestic and foreign policies of this two term president. Support material for students included.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: Warren G. Harding
Short video [1:14] on President Warren G. Harding. Students can learn about Harding as a person and president. Accompanying student handout for following along with the video and background information text.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: Herbert Hoover
Lively informative video [1:22] on the challenges and setbacks of the Herbert Hoover presidency. Includes background essay on Herbert Hoover and fact sheet for students.
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Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: Harry S. Truman
60-Second Presidents video [1:19] on Harry S. Truman. Students learn why President Truman was disliked when he left office and why he will be remembered. Includes fact sheet and background information handouts for students.