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In this video, students learn about the life of Ethel Payne, the second Black woman to be a member of the White House Press Corps. In her position, Payne asked the questions others…
In this video, students learn about Rachel Carson’s achievements. A writer and marine biologist, Carson educated people about nature’s ecosystems. She also warned against the…
In this video, students learn about the life of Patsy Takemoto Mink who became the first woman of color elected to Congress. In her 24 years as a Representative, Mink battled…
What is the government? It’s a pretty big idea for kids to wrap their heads around. Teach kids the basics with this music video in which Jade and Max work through what the…
Talking to kids about rules might seem like a drag, but Carla can help your students see why rules are really important. Use this music video to teach kids about law basics by…
Rights are a big deal! National documents are changed to include them. Court systems are created to protect them. Jade and Ava teach kids what a right is and how it protects…
It takes three branches to share the work of the U.S. government, each with its own important job. Teach students about the branches of government with this music video in which…
Communities come in all shapes and sizes, and they often need unique responses to address their residents’ needs. Kids will learn what local government is and how it functions as…
Our democracy and our communities won’t work without us, the people! Jade teaches kids citizenship duties and how they can get involved—including voting, staying informed, and…
Teach kids what voting is and the importance of their vote using this music video about a class election.
Differences and disagreements are expected in a democracy. Teach kids about civil discourse and compromise through song!
We all need to follow the rules, whether we are at school, at home, or walking down the sidewalk. Teach young children about rules and laws with Ava and Johnny, who sing and dance…
Noting differences and similarities are ways children make sense of the world around them. In this music video, Johnny explains to Ava and Jade that everyone has different tastes,…
Everyone could use practice keeping their cool in the middle of a disagreement. Teach children how to handle disagreements with this music video in which Ava and Johnny disagree…
From classroom to community center, children of all ages can do their part to make a difference. Johnny and Ava explore how to be a good friend and neighbor and how their…
In this video, students explore how social media and search engine algorithms work.
In this video, students discover how a source’s authority and perspective impact what it says.
In this video, students explore the role that AI could play in influencing our elections.
In this video, students explore how interest groups use cloaked websites to influence public policy and shape public opinion.
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