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The Indian Appropriation Acts
The Appropriations Acts of 1851 and 1871 led to the creation of government-run boarding schools, where hundreds of thousands of Indigenous children were forcibly assimilated into White society.
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Europe and North America: 1620-1763
The period from 1620 to 1763 was a pivotal era that defined the relationship between Europe and North America. In this timeline video, learn how events in Europe influenced the colonization of North America and eventually solidified...
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First Ladies
Can you imagine what it's like to be FLOTUS - the First Lady of the United States? In this video, learn about how the role of First Lady has changed over time.
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Community Helpers
Learn about the important role that community helpers such as teachers, doctors, and firefighters play in our communities.
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Maps and Globes
Discover the differences between maps and globes, and how each helps us understand Earth's size, shape, and features.
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Timeline Tutorial
A timeline is a tool that shows the order of events that happened in the past. In this video, learn how to use timelines and why they are important when studying history.
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Map Types
Discover three main types of maps – physical, political, and thematic – and learn how they uniquely represent our world's landscapes, boundaries, and various topics.
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Compass Rose
The compass rose is a key symbol on maps, globes and travel apps. It tells us which direction is North, South, East and West to help us find our way around the world.
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Reading a Map
Anyone can learn to read a map! Explore the essentials of map reading - including symbols, legends, and scales.
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Massachusetts Bay Colony
In 1630, around 1,000 Puritans left England behind for a new start in the New World. Against all odds, they managed to make a success of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. But how did they do it and what impact did it have on our nation?
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The Gilded Age
Between the 1870s and 1900s, the United States experienced a period of rapid economic growth. But beneath the shiny veneer of the Gilded Age lurked profound inequality and widespread want.
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Who Was James Madison?
James Madison is known as the “Father of the Constitution”. In this video for US students grades 3-5, we learn about Madison’s remarkable life, career and legacy.
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Rise of the City States in Italy Renaissance (Part 1)
Rise of the City States in Italy Renaissance (Part 1)
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Political Power of the Merchant Class Renaissance (Part 2)
Political Power of the Merchant Class Renaissance (Part 2)