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New and Improved: Lincoln Park Opens a Petting Zoo
Mr. Griot reviews the elements of a newspaper article. Then he uses the proofreading checklist and identifies and corrects errors.
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Farm Living
Mr. Griot explores the nonfiction story "Farm Living." Then he compares and contrasts city life and farm life using a Venn diagram.
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TAM, TAM, The Answer Man
Mr. Griot shares a folktale and points out the characteristics of a folktale. He then explains the importance of the main lesson learned from folktales.
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A Trip to the Imagi-Nation
Mr. Griot shares a fairy tale and identifies elements of a fairy tale and exploring the problem and solution.
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Book Report: Latasha and the Little Red Tornado
Mr. Griot describes the elements of a good book report. Then he creates a graphic organizer to help begin a book report about Latasha and the Little Red Tornado.
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Review for You: Book Reports
Mr. Griot will review the writing process for a good book report as well as what components should be included.
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Fables by the Campfire
Mr. Griot describes the elements of a fable by reviewing the fable "It’s a Dog’s Life."
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Legend of No Face Doll
Mr. Griot provides information about the characteristics of legends as he shares the Native American legend "Legend of No Face Doll."
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Review for You: Elements and Sequence of Story
Mr. Griot reviews the character, setting and mood and also explains the importance of sequence of events.
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Reviewing Elements of a Biography
Mr. Griot teaches about the characteristics of a biography and examines a biography as he reviews Nurturing Nature: The Life of Rachel Carson. He also models how to create a timeline using the information learned from the biography about...
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The African-American Culture in America
Dr. Forrester talks about the African-American culture and how it has influenced our culture in the United States.
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Starving Time
Dr. Forrester tells about Pocahontas, Captain John Smith, and Captain John Rolfe.
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Surviving the Elements
Dr. Forrester teaches about how animals deal with their environments and adapt to a variety of influences.
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Newton and the First Law of Motion
Dr. Forrester outlines the contributions of Sir Isaac Newton to the study of physics. She explains his first law of motion.
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What is the Best Way To Start a Song?
Methods and Strategies for starting to write a new musical work
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Romeo and Juliet Interview: Introduction
In this video, hosts Ralph Holinshed and Sarah Siddons delve into William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," discussing its historical origins and influences. They explore the tragedy's themes, the significance of its prologue, and the...
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Romeo and Juliet 5.3 Interview with the Montagues and Capulets
This video provides a comprehensive conclusion to the series on Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," focusing on the aftermath of the tragic events in Act 5, Scene 3. It features discussions with the key characters involved in the unfolding...
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Scene Summary
Explore Act 1, Scene 1 of "The Taming of the Shrew," where Lucentio arrives in Padua to study but becomes enchanted by Bianca. His plan to woo her under the guise of a tutor sets the stage for comedic pursuits and schemes.
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The Taming of the Shrew 1.1 Interview: Sly and Page
This video introduces viewers to the character Sly, who, along with his wife, watches the unfolding story of "The Taming of the Shrew." Sly comments on the narrative's appeal and hints at his desire for the play's continuation, mixed...
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The Last of Its Kind, The Story of Encephalartos Woodii
This is the story of a plant that once ruled the world, now the last of its kind: Encephalartos woodii.
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Dana Falsetti, Embracing Body Positivity Through Yoga
Dana Falsetti, a yoga teacher, shares her journey of breaking down negative body narratives and spreading body positivity through inclusive yoga.
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Hawaiian Leis and the Selma to Montgomery March
The Selma to Montgomery March was one of the most important actions of the Civil Rights Movement – but what were the connections between Black Americans and Hawaiians and why did the leaders wear Hawaiian necklaces?
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Building The White House
The White House stands as a symbol of freedom, but the story behind its construction reveals some important contradictions.
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Madeleine Albright's Brooches
The U.S.’s first female Secretary of State used her collection of brooches to get her point across when meeting with foreign leaders, a practice that became known as “Pin Diplomacy.”