Instructional Video3:46
Wonderscape

The Louisiana Purchase and the Corps of Discovery

K - 5th
Learn about the monumental Louisiana Purchase made by President Thomas Jefferson in 1803, which doubled the size of the United States. Discover how this land acquisition led to the historic expedition of Lewis and Clark and their Corps...
Instructional Video17:16
Wonderscape

History Kids: The Louisiana Purchase

K - 5th
This video provides a brief overview of the Louisiana Purchase and its impact on the United States. It explains how Thomas Jefferson, concerned about the future of New Orleans, negotiated with France to purchase the city and the...
Instructional Video19:12
Wonderscape

History Kids: Sacagawea

K - 5th
In this video, the teacher discusses the life of Sacagawea, a Native American woman who played a crucial role in the Lewis and Clark expedition. The teacher covers Sacagawea's early life, her involvement in the expedition, and her impact...
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: Role of President Pt. 7: Thomas Jefferson and the Presidency

9th - 10th
Different presidents have defied attempts at stereotyping them. Thomas Jefferson was a president who saw his role in simpler terms than others before him.