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TED Talks
TED: Your creative superpowers can help protect democracy | Sofia Ongele
Democracy is more fun and inviting when you take it into your own hands, says creator and activist Sofia Ongele. Sharing how she's using coding and social media to defend democracy, Ongele invites us to identify our own creative...
TED Talks
Jake Barton: The museum of you
A third of the world watched live as the World Trade Center collapsed on September 11, 2001; a third more heard about it within 24 hours. (Do you remember where you were?) So exhibits at the soon-to-open 9/11 Memorial Museum will reflect...
TED Talks
TED: Architecture that's built to heal | Michael Murphy
Architecture is more than a clever arrangement of bricks. In this eloquent talk, Michael Murphy shows how he and his team look far beyond the blueprint when they're designing. Considering factors from airflow to light, theirs is a...
Curated Video
Chicago Cubs announcer Gary Cohen slammed for comments about Mike Shaw attending Charlie Kirk memorial
Chicago Cubs announcer Gary Cohen slammed for comments about Mike Shaw attending Charlie Kirk memorialCredit: SNY via X
Wonderscape
Memorial Day: Honoring America's Fallen Heroes
This video provides a historical overview of Memorial Day, tracing its origins back to the aftermath of the Civil War when it was first observed as Decoration Day. It highlights the evolution of the holiday to honor all men and women who...
Wonderscape
Holiday Kids Martin Luther King, Jr. Day V1-0005
Holiday Kids_ Martin Luther King, Jr. Day V1-0005
Curated Video
Top 7 Places to Visit in Berlin
Howcast - Learn about the top seven places to visit on a trip to Berlin, Germany and what makes them special in this Howcast travel video.
Curated Video
How to Remember Soldiers on Memorial Day
Howcast - Between barbecuing and sunbathing, take some time to acknowledge the real reason for your Memorial Day off -- honoring those who died during military service.
Curated Video
Understanding the historical context of the Scottish witch trials
Pupil outcome: I can describe the events of the Scottish witch trials and share my opinion about how best to remember the victims in the present day. Key learning points: - The Scottish witch trials occurred during the 16th, 17th and...
The Daily Conversation
The March on Washington: Protest that Changed America
The 1963 March on Washington was the largest civil rights demonstration in U.S. history, where over 250,000 people gathered to demand jobs, equality, and justice. Led by organizers like Bayard Rustin and featuring powerful...
The Daily Conversation
The Megaprojects Saving DC From Flooding
During the building of the National Museum of African American History in Washington, D.C., engineers faced major flooding risks, especially from underground water that could have damaged the nearby Washington Monument. To protect the...
Curated Video
Washington, DC: Monuments, History, and Food
Washington DC, USA:"We will go to Washington DC, where we will know the monuments that decorate the National Mall, we will mix with the locals in Georgetown, we will walk the corridors of the White House and we will know firsthand what...
Curated Video
Landmarks - Mount Rushmore
MOUNT RUSHMORE MOUNT RUSHMORE IN SOUTH DAKOTA IS ONE OF THE UNITED STATES' MOST FAMOUS MOUNTAINS, AND TO MANY IT S THE COUNTRY S MOST PRECIOUS. CARVED INTO THE ROCK ARE THE FACES OF FOUR U.S. PRESIDENTS: GEORGE WASHINGTON, THOMAS...
Great Big Story
LaLa honors his love for Louise with a heartfelt tribute
Discover Charles "LaLa" Evans' touching tribute to his late wife, Louise, as he transforms their home into LaLa and Louise Place, celebrating nearly 60 years of love and cherished memories.<br/>
Curated Video
What is Veterans Day?
Veterans Day takes place every year on November 11 to honor the bravery and sacrifice of all those men and women who fought and died for their country, during war and peacetime.
Curated Video
What is Patriot Day?
Patriot Day takes place every year on September 11 to honor and remember the first responders, and those who lost their lives, on 9/11.
Great Big Story
Remembering George Floyd: A Memorial and Call for Justice
Join us in this powerful memorial dedicated to George Floyd, whose life was tragically cut short. This video captures the emotions, resilience, and unity of those who gathered to remember George Floyd and demand justice. From the...
Curated Video
The Symbols of America
Miss Palomine visits Washington, DC to talk about symbols of the United States of America. She explains what a symbol is, and then gives several examples of symbols of our great country.
Curated Video
The Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr.
Miss Palomine visits the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC and points out the plaque honoring the Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. She talks about the ideals that these two great men had in common and mentions Dr. King’s “I Have A...
PBS
Why Are There SO Many Confederate Monuments?
Origin of Everything takes a field trip to Washington, D.C. and explores the painful history and legacy of America's Civil War. Danielle looks at Confederate and Union Civil War monuments and what spurred their construction after the war.