The Bill of Rights explained for students studying US History and Govenrment.

The United States Constitution is one of the most important and versatile documents ever written. The Bicemeral system and Great Compromise are discussed. The United States Constitution. Part 3

The Declaration of Independence was the first ever document to cement equality into the founding principles of a nation. It helped to bring the colonies together during a national crisis, but it was by no means perfect.

After the American Revolution, America was free from Great Britain and finally existed as its own country. However, America now lacked a set of laws to govern it. At the time, the states were not united, and each state had its own set of...

How much do you know about income tax, the Constitution and the 16th amendment? In this video lecture we hit the big ideas surrounding income tax prior to the 16th amendment as well as the causes for the amendment. Did you know income...

Did you know that before the Constitution, there was another governing system in the US? The Articles of Confederation.

American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This video examines the documents...

Here's the story of Shays' Rebellion.

We all know what the US Constitution is – but do you know its origins story? Let’s delve into history and discover more about the most document in US history.

What did the Founding Fathers really think of slavery? And how did that impact the laws they created?

How has the U.S. Constitution endured when it was created over 200 years ago? Why is it still the supreme law of the land today?

The United States Constitution is one of the most important and versatile documents ever written. The articles of confederation, drawn up after the American war of Independence are discussed. The constitutional convention is also...

This program examines the people, places and events that led to Shay’s Rebellion. Students will learn about the weaknesses of the United States’ original federal government established under the Articles of Confederation. Viewers will...

The Presidency of the United States is the most powerful position in the nation, and is often referred to as the “leader of the free world”. Their power is only equaled by the massive responsibility they hold. They are not always...

Learn more about the Articles of Confederation.

Have you ever wondered why cannabis is legal in some states but not others? It all goes back to the US Constitution – and another disagreement between the Founding Fathers.

Students will learn that the Ninth Amendment in the Bill of Rights states that the rights of citizens are not limited to those rights spelled out in the constitution. The program discusses that the Tenth Amendment was intended to...

Impeachment is the process of removing the President from office. But what does it really take to get fired as Commander-in-Chief?

Our country’s destiny has been shaped by those who gave of their leadership, wisdom and sometimes their lives. Our American’s Documents of Freedom have recorded the evolution of our republic down through the years. This program focuses...

This video explores the remnants of royalty in modern India, where once there were hundreds of kingdoms ruled by kings. The descendants of these rulers still hold on to their identities, even though they have lost their lands and...

A quick over for students seeking to understand the 1966 Warren Court decision, Miranda v Arizona.

American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. In this edition of America’s...

A broad overview of Congressional content on the United States History exam in Regents, NY State. Topics include delegated power, the Great Compromise, the Electoral College, House of Representation Ideas, the U.S. Senate as well as...

Understanding the U.S. Constitution: 8. This clip explains how the U.S. constitution establishes limits on government intrusion into private lives. It also explains the System of Checks and Balances within the Federal Government.