Curated Video
The Continental Congress
The Continental Congress was short-lived, but the role that it played in helping America to become an independent democracy can never be forgotten.
Curated Video
Common Sense: Democracy in Print
We’ve all seen our fair share of American political ads in recent years. But the very first? That could be Common Sense - written by Thomas Paine – an 18th century pamphlet designed to incite rebellion!
John D Ruddy
American Reviolution in 9 Minutes
An animated video outlining the basic narrative of the American Revolution, how it started, who were the main players and some of the critical battles which saw the formation of the United States of America.
Mazz Media
Symbols and Ceremonies of the United States
Was there really an Uncle Sam? Who wrote the Pledge of Allegiance? Why are the flag's colors red, white and blue? Kids will enjoy exploring answers to these questions and learning about the origins and meaning of our country's most...
Hip Hughes History
The American Revolution Explained: US History Review
How was the American Revolution won? If loved Sons of Liberty you'll love this fun, free & focused look at the essentials of the American Revolution. Perfect for struggling and studious students, life long learners & the cray cray on the...
Wonderscape
History Kids: From the French and Indian War to the First Continental Congress
In this educational video, we explore the events leading up to the American Revolution and the establishment of a democratic system in the United States. From the French and Indian War to the Stamp Act and the Boston Tea Party, we delve...
Professor Dave Explains
George Washington: The Birth of a Nation (1789 - 1797)
So you wanna learn about American History, eh? Whether you are a history buff, or you want to figure out how America got to the screwed up place it's in now, this is the place to start your quest for knowledge! Each chapter will tell the...
Wonderscape
History Kids: George Washington
Learn all about George Washington's early life, military career, his role in the Revolutionary War, his presidency, his later years, and his historical legacy. Famous George Washington quotes are presented by an animated "George" that...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Causes of the Revolutionary War
In this educational video, we explore the events leading up to the American Revolution and the formation of a democratic government in the United States. We delve into the French and Indian War, the Stamp Act, and the Boston Tea Party,...
Professor Dave Explains
John Adams: His Rotundity (1797 - 1801)
Who is up after Georgie? Why it's John Adams! He helped with the Declaration of Independence and in general was one of the most important founding fathers. What else did he do? Check it out here!
Curated Video
Finding Evidence in Text: Strategies for Answering Open-Ended Questions
In this video, the teacher explains how to find evidence in a text to answer an open-ended question. They guide the viewers through the process of understanding the question, using text features and clue words to locate evidence, and...
Mazz Media
Confederal Government
This live-action video program is about the word Confederal Government. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word Confederal Government through use of video footage, photographs,...
Mazz Media
American Revolution
This live-action video program is about the word American Revolution. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word American Revolution through use of video footage, photographs,...
Curated Video
Using Voice Effectively: Emphasizing the Actor or the Action
This video provides a clear explanation of how to effectively use voice in writing by switching between active and passive voices. It discusses the reasons for choosing one over the other and provides examples to illustrate each case.
Bloomberg
Why Joe Sestak Decided to Throw His Hat Into the Ring for the 2020 Race
Jul.03 -- Former Rep. Joe Sestak, a retired U.S. Navy admiral, explains why he decided to throw his hat into the ring for the 2020 presidential race. He speaks with Bloomberg's David Westin on "Balance of Power."
Khan Academy
Tea, Taxes, and the American Revolution
Rather than simply summarizing the events that led to the American Revolution, have your learners listen as John Green offers some interesting points to be used as discussion or writing prompts in your review of the war. Green details...
Library of Congress
Loc: Webcast: Publishing the Declaration of Independence
Robin Shields, retired reference librarian in the Serial and Government Publications Division of the Library of Congress, discusses the distribution of the Declaration of Independence via American newspapers. Shields explores these...
PBS
Liberty's Kids 126 Honor and Compromise
A Liberty's Kids video that focuses on a divided Continental Congress led by Richard Henry Lee and Samuel Chase and a disagreement in battle strategy between General George Washington and General Charles Lee. [23:17]
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Episode 1588: The Articles of Confederation
American soldiers during the Revolution often went unpaid, unfed, and without uniforms. This was only one of the problems of the Continental Congress.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Patrick Henry
"Give me liberty or give me death" is the infamous cry of Patrick Henry. Better known as the "Skullcrusher", he laid the groundwork for the first Continental Congress. [2:07]