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American Presidents: John Quincy Adams
A skinny-dipping president? John Quincy Adams was a bible reader by morning and a skinny-dipper by late morning, apparently. His strong beliefs and lack of persuasive power ultimately ended his time in presidency, but he did go on to...
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American Presidents: Andrew Jackson
Looking to give your class a brief overview of Andrew Jackson? Learn about his early life, his accomplishments while in presidency, and his death. This is just a quick overview!
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Pbs Learning Media: Abraham Lincoln: 60 Second Presidents
Short video [1:11] on Abraham Lincoln animated and narrated with humor. Support materials for students include background essay on Lincoln and fact sheet to accompany video.
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Pbs Learning Media: James Monroe: 60 Second Presidents
Video [1:14] provides a fun look at the Monroe presidency during what is known as the "Era of Good Feelings". Support materials include background essay on Monroe and a handout so students can follow along with the video. National...
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Pbs Learning Media: John Quincy Adams: 60 Second Presidents
Short, stop motion animated video [1:20] and accompanying background essay provides a look at the life of John Quincy Adams and the controversy surrounding his presidency. Includes student handout and corresponding National Education...
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Pbs Learning Media: Andrew Jackson: 60 Second Presidents
Animated video [1:16] and background text for students on the life and presidency of Andrew Jackson. Student handout supports following the video. National Educational Standards listed for teachers.
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Pbs Learning Media: Martin Van Buren: 60 Second Presidents
Lively animated video [1:24] featuring the life and presidency of Martin Van Buren. Accompanied by background essay on Van Buren and student handout. Corresponding National Education Standards for teachers.
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Pbs Learning Media: William Henry Harrison: 60 Second Presidents
Lively video and accompanying essay provides an overview of the life and brief presidency of William Henry Harrison. Students can follow along with handout provided. Corresponding educational standards listed. [1:21]
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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: James Buchanan: 60 Second Presidents
Animated video [1:19] for students on the life and presidency of James Buchanan. Fact sheet for students to review during the video and background essay on James Buchanan provided.
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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: John Adams: 60 Second Presidents
Video [1:12] with accompanying background text and student handout on the life and presidency of John Adams.
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Pbs Learning Media: Thomas Jefferson: 60 Second President
Short animated video [1:07] on Thomas Jefferson and his influence on the presidency. Accompanied by background essay for students to read before watching and a student handout to follow along with the video. Lists National Education...
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Pbs Learning Media: James Madison: 60 Second Presidents
60-Second Presidents video [1:11] on the life and presidency of James Madison and his legacy. Support materials include background essay on Madison and handout for students to follow along with the video. Education standards listed for...
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Pbs Learning Media: George Washington: 60 Second Presidents
George Washington was a legendary president for more reasons than being the first person to lead our nation. This brief animated video is an excellent introduction to the presidency of Washington. A downloadable transcript is also...
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Pbs American Experience: Theodore Roosevelt
This PBS site contains background information about the television program:"THE AMERICAN EXPERIENCE PRESENTS TR, The Story of Theodore Roosevelt" from PBS. TR looks deep into the life of the man who embodied the confidence, exuberance of...