After Skool
Why Don't Country Flags Use The Color Purple?
For centuries purple dye was worth more than gold. The dye used to produce purple fabric came from a sea snail that only lived off the shores of modern day Lebanon. Because it was so rare, purple became associated with royalty. This is...
Hip Hughes History
The Pledge of Allegiance: A History
A short history of the Pledge of Allegiance and a look at both sides of the argument of whether the phrase "Under God" violates the 1st Amendment.
Jabzy
Italy - Flag History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Italy's Flag History
John D Ruddy
Easter Rising Tour of Dublin
A video of John D. Ruddy giving a tour of Dublin to the camera, based around the locations of the 1916 Easter Rising.
Weird History
What Happened Immediately After The American Revolution
What happened right after the Revolutionary War ended? It's easy to think the United States of America was born immediately after the British surrendered at Yorktown, but in truth it was a long, arduous process to transform the...
Hip Hughes History
Flag Desecration
A short editorial/street interview type video about flag desecration.
The Economist
Who owns the Moon?
50 years after the first Moon landing, humanity is getting ready to go back. Countries and companies are planning dozens of lunar missions—for research, resources and even tourism, which begs the question: who, if anyone, owns the Moon?
Hip Hughes History
Why the Confederate Flag Isn't Black and White: HipHughes After the Bell
In this vid we take a looksy at some of the background of the Confederate flag and why both sides feel so passionately about it. I even take a side! Well sort of.
Curated Video
Betsy Ross Flag: The Flag that Made and Divided America
In 1777, The Betsy Ross Flag was adopted by the thirteen colonies fighting for freedom as the United States’ first official flag. But not everyone in America was free.
Soliloquy
The New Zealand Flag Referendum Explained
One expat Kiwiâs brief explanation of the two New Zealand flag referendums. My home nation of New Zealand has just completed two referendums to decide on if a new flag should replace the old national flag. New Zealand's flag is...
Mazz Media
Bingo's Lingo Letter Blends (Part 1)
Letter Blends is a truly engaging way to teach and reinforce phonics rules that require a ton of repetition and practice to master. Using these videos to teach letter blends (or consonant blends) gives kids the chance to get comfortable...
Flag House Activity Channel
An Entertaining Phys Ed Game for Your Next Class (Ep. 22 - Striker)
Large group but only have a small space? FlagHouse Striker is an easy to set up and simple to learn game that will keep everyone moving. Players rotate through this fast-paced and competitive game that can be played singles, or with...
Mazz Media
American Symbols of Freedom
Children recite the Pledge of Allegiance, but do they know why? Students recognize the American flag, but do they understand the history behind it? In this program, students will enjoy exploring the origins, stories, and meaning of our...
WYPR
Birth of our National Anthem
Many of us have heard the “Star-Spangled Banner,” America’s national anthem that was written in 1814. But what do we know about how it was written? This audio story discusses the 200th anniversary of the writing of America’s national...
Flag House Activity Channel
Phys Ed in the Classroom!? (Ep.57 - STEAM & STEM)
STEM and STEAM programs are a huge trend in education and John has some great ideas to use some Phys Ed equipment to combine physical and brain activities.
But Why
Countries and Their Flags
Flags represent the shared identity of a group of people, and every country has a flag designed with colors and symbols that are meaningful to its citizens. Flags are often considered symbols of national pride, uniting people with shared...
Weird History
13 Bizarre Pirate Traditions
Pirates have a reputation--admittedly earned--for being ruthless, bloodthirsty killers. Life on the high seas demanded so much of those willing to brave it that it became customary for new pirates to develop an honorable accord. Pirates...
Mazz Media
Citizens Rule: Symbols and Celebrations of America
Was there really an Uncle Sam? Who wrote the Pledge of Allegiance? Why are the flag's colors red, white and blue? Children will enjoy exploring answers to these questions and learning about the origins and meaning of our country's most...
Flag House Activity Channel
Basic Volleyball Skills | PHYS ED (Ep. 104 - Volleyball)
Teaching volleyball to first-timers? These drills, combined with some awesome trainer balls will have everyone up to speed in a hurry. More comfortable to play, and higher success, this is the ideal way to learn volleyball.
Flag House Activity Channel
Unique Foam Dice for Your Phys Ed Class (Ep. 53 - Colored Dice)
These dice have so many uses in your PE programs! John shows us 5 great activities and it only scratches the surface of what you can do with the dice!
Flag House Activity Channel
Introduction to Flag Football for Kids (Ep. 101 - Flag Football)
Get ready for the gridiron in a fun, safe and inclusive way with Flag Football! Coach John takes us through some basic skills and drills to get you ready to play!
Flag House Activity Channel
The Next Big Sport in PE! (Ep. 78 - Rugby)
Work together to move forward, with only passing backwards! The game of Rugby is unique and teaches great new skills not found in traditional North American Sports. Coach Dan is here with all the basic skills and drills to get you up to...
Odd Quartet
Music History - Stars And Stripes Forever
Stars and Stripes Forever is one of the most recognizable marches by John Philip Sousa. In this installment of Music History Crash Course we take a closer look at the iconic composition.
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!