Instructional Video5:50
Bedtime History

History of Arlington National Cemetery | Resting Place of Heroes

6th - 12th
Arlington National Cemetery is one of the most sacred places in the United States. Located just outside Washington, D.C., it is the final resting place for over 400,000 American service members, veterans, and national leaders. In this...
Instructional Video6:09
Bedtime History

The Story of Westminster Abbey | British History Made Easy

6th - 12th
Step inside Westminster Abbey, one of the most important and historic buildings in the United Kingdom. Located in the heart of London, this beautiful church has been the site of royal coronations, weddings, and funerals for over 1,000...
Instructional Video6:42
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The Paris Exhibition of 1889 | Exposition Universelle

6th - 12th
Travel back to 1889 and explore the Paris Exhibition, a world’s fair that celebrated art, science, and invention. Held to mark 100 years since the French Revolution, this international event brought people from all over the world to...
Instructional Video4:46
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The Pantheon: Rome’s Ancient Temple

6th - 12th
Step into the Pantheon, one of the most amazing buildings from ancient Rome! Built nearly 2,000 years ago, the Pantheon was a temple for Roman gods and is now a famous church and tourist site. Its giant dome is still one of the largest...
Instructional Video6:25
Bedtime History

The Story of the Arc de Triomphe | History of France Made Easy

6th - 12th
Stand beneath the Arc de Triomphe and discover the story behind one of Paris’s most famous landmarks! Built in the early 1800s by order of Napoleon Bonaparte, the arch honors French soldiers who fought and died in battle. We’ll explore...
Instructional Video3:56
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Gettysburg Address | History Made Easy

6th - 12th
Learn the story behind the Gettysburg Address, one of the most famous speeches in American history. After a major Civil War battle, President Abraham Lincoln spoke just 271 words—but those words still inspire people today. He reminded...
Instructional Video5:23
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Native American Women of North America

6th - 12th
Native American women have played important roles in their communities for thousands of years. They were leaders, farmers, artists, and storytellers. Some helped guide their people through hard times, while others shared wisdom and...
Instructional Video6:08
Bedtime History

The History of Buckingham Palace

6th - 12th
Buckingham Palace is the home of the King of the United Kingdom and one of the most famous buildings in the world! It has hundreds of rooms, beautiful gardens, and even a balcony where the royal family waves to the crowd. For over 150...
Instructional Video9:25
Bedtime History

Life on the Oregon Trail

6th - 12th
Get ready for an adventure on the Oregon Trail! In the 1800s, thousands of families packed up wagons and traveled west across mountains, rivers, and plains to find a new life in Oregon. The journey was long and hard—people faced rough...
Instructional Video8:47
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The Story of Harry Houdini

6th - 12th
Meet Harry Houdini, the world’s most famous magician and escape artist! Houdini amazed people by escaping from handcuffs, locked boxes, and even underwater tanks. He traveled the world performing incredible tricks that no one else could...
Instructional Video5:56
Bedtime History

The Story of Sacajawea

6th - 12th
Come learn the story of Sacajawea, a brave young woman who helped lead the Lewis and Clark expedition across the American West. She was just a teenager when she joined the journey, carrying her baby on her back and helping the explorers...
Instructional Video12:03
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The Story of Neil Armstrong

6th - 12th
Neil Armstrong was the first person to walk on the Moon! In 1969, he flew to space on the Apollo 11 mission and made history with the words, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Come learn how he became an...
Instructional Video10:03
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How the Panama Canal Was Built

6th - 12th
The Duomo, or Florence Cathedral, is one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Renaissance. Its massive red-brick dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, changed the course of architecture forever. Built over centuries, the...
Instructional Video7:32
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The Genius of Leonardo da Vinci

6th - 12th
Leonardo da Vinci was a painter, inventor, scientist, and dreamer from long ago. He painted the famous Mona Lisa and filled notebooks with sketches of flying machines and ideas far ahead of his time. Come explore the amazing mind of...
Instructional Video9:53
Bedtime History

The House of Medici: Rulers of the Renaissance

6th - 12th
The House of Medici was a powerful family in Italy during the Renaissance—a time of amazing art and new ideas. They weren’t kings or queens, but they were very rich and helped artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci create their...
Instructional Video9:48
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The Wright Brothers Story

6th - 12th
The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, were pioneers of aviation who achieved the first powered, controlled flight in 1903. Working from their bicycle shop in Ohio, they used observation, experimentation, and innovation to solve the...
Instructional Video7:31
Bedtime History

The Grand Canyon: Science, History, and Wonder

6th - 12th
The Grand Canyon is one of the most iconic natural landmarks in the United States. Carved by the Colorado River over millions of years, it reveals a stunning geological history through its layered rock formations. Stretching 277 miles...
Instructional Video8:23
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The Life of Maya Angelou

6th - 12th
Maya Angelou was a writer, poet, and speaker whose words inspired people around the world. She wrote about her life, her struggles, and her hope for a better future. Her voice was powerful and kind, and she worked for fairness and...
Instructional Video7:16
Bedtime History

The Story of the Eiffel Tower

6th - 12th
The Duomo, or Florence Cathedral, is one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Renaissance. Its massive red-brick dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, changed the course of architecture forever. Built over centuries, the...
Instructional Video8:02
Bedtime History

The Fourth of July: Celebrating the Birth of a Nation | Independence Day

6th - 12th
The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, when the American colonies formally declared their separation from British rule. Celebrated with fireworks, parades, and...
Instructional Video8:43
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Leif Erikson and The Vikings

6th - 12th
The Vikings were brave sailors and explorers from long ago, and Leif Erikson was one of the first Europeans to reach North America—hundreds of years before Columbus! He sailed from Greenland and may have landed in what is now Canada....
Instructional Video4:17
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Rescuing the Titanic: The Story of the Carpathia

6th - 12th
The Duomo, or Florence Cathedral, is one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Renaissance. Its massive red-brick dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, changed the course of architecture forever. Built over centuries, the...
Instructional Video5:30
Bedtime History

The History of the Champs-Élysées | Paris’s Most Famous Avenue

6th - 12th
The Champs-Élysées is one of the most famous avenues in the world, stretching through the heart of Paris from the Arc de Triomphe to the Place de la Concorde. Known for its wide sidewalks, luxury shops, and tree-lined beauty, this...
Instructional Video6:33
Bedtime History

The Story of St. Paul’s Cathedral

6th - 12th
St. Paul’s Cathedral is one of London’s most iconic landmarks, known for its massive dome, elegant architecture, and powerful place in British history. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren after the Great Fire of London in 1666, the...