1 hour and 14 min. tour of historic Boston, this could be used to prepare students for the American revolution and look at the importance of the City.
Learn how African-American troops fought for the north in this excerpt from The Civil War: A Film by Ken Burns. Lincoln authorizes the first African-American troops. The 54th Massachusetts regiment, under Robert Gould Shaw, attacks Fort Wagner, South Carolina.
Learn about the Native American tribes that lived on the land through which the Bozeman Trail passed and the impact the Trail and Westward Expansion had on their way of life.
Experience the Bozeman Trail through the perspectives of the key historical figures that lived during that time. Each of these men was a part of this rich history and has a story to tell that lends itself to a greater understanding of how people lived during this time. This media gallery sets students up to do some predicting about the role each of these men will play in the story of the Bozeman Trail.
Building on lessons learned over several summers, Kristin Raab—Health Impact Assessment and Climate Change Program Director in the Environmental Health Division of Minnesota’s Department of Health—packaged information from diverse communities into a cohesive toolkit that communities of all sizes can use to prepare for heat waves. The Minnesota Extreme Heat Toolkit describes changing weather conditions in Minnesota, the magnitude of potential health consequences from extreme heat, and key steps communities can take to prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths. The toolkit acknowledges that extreme heat response plans will vary with the size of the community and the habits of its residents: examples from the mostly rural Olmsted County and the urban centers of Saint Paul and Minneapolis illustrate a range of community plans that could be useful in Minnesota and beyond.
After the crushing defeat at Waxhaws, the people of the South Carolina backcountry had a decision to make. Were they “Tories”—loyal to the crown; or would they become “Whigs” or “partisans” and fight the British invaders?
To manage their businesses successfully, farmers and food production companies need to know what crops are in the ground and how well they are growing. A pair of easy-to-use online mapping tools provides this information for growing seasons in the past and present.
In this video, members of the Buffalo Soldiers Society of New Mexico share insights into the history of the Buffalo soldiers and how they contributed to New Mexico achieving statehood in 1912. They tell us of the challenges these soldier's faced, their hard work, and particularly of their bravery during the battle with Apache Chief Victorio at the isolated Massacre Canyon in the Black Range Mountains of southern New Mexico. The Buffalo Soldiers primary duties during the post civil war were to protect isolated settlements and to establish towns throughout the southwest. The soldiers established mail and stage routes across the west and maintained law and order throughout the southwest region. They guarded important mountain passes, water holes, isolated settlements and many other tasks. The Buffalo Soldiers got their name from the plains Indians not only because of their wooly-like hair but also because of their unmatched courage and their superior fighting skills.
The city of Fort Collins, Colorado, found a win-win solution to problems it faced with 100 acres of abandoned property. The city now enjoys new green space, improved floodwater management, and a boosted economy.
This video will help teachers create a more clear and concise Canvas course for online and blended learning. This video was put together for Alpine School District but also has great advice for any Utah teacher.
Caroline, an enslaved house servant at Mount Vernon, discusses the substitution of home-grown herbs for the tea that was previously imported from England. The use of homegrown and homemade items at Mount Vernon decreased the residents' dependency on the British.
Learn about the Native Americans who found themselves caught between the Union and the Confederacy during the Civil War. What factors led some Indigenous tribes to fight for the Union while others supported the Confederacy?
What about the Native Americans who found themselves stuck in the middle of the Civil War – why did they fight for both sides?
Nebraska’s PBS Station presents a series of short videos aimed at helping students understand the basic concepts of local and national government. From the unique Nebraska Unicameral, to the branches of Federal government, to the process of how an idea becomes a law through the legislative process, Civics 101 is a video collection produced to remind viewers how our government foundations came to be and how they continue to shape the operation of local and national government.
This is a collection of short videos and biographies on Union and Confederate leaders during the Civil War.
Winter, 1865: the final stages of General Sherman’s bloody march through the south. On February 17th, the capital city of Columbia, South Carolina lies squarely in the General’s crosshairs. In a last-ditch effort to protect the vital railroad hub and the thousands of terrified refugees packing city streets, Confederate soldiers destroy the remaining bridge over the Broad River. The reprieve is temporary. In less than 12 hours Sherman’s men will cross the river and bring destruction to the birthplace of the Secessionist south. Nearly a century and a half after these dramatic events, David Brinkman of Columbia, South Carolina, believes a long-standing marker commemorating this history has missed the mark. History Detectives host Elyse Luray goes to Columbia to examine the evidence and see if this discovery will redraw the maps of the Civil War.
The steamship Sultana exploded without warning one night in 1865, killing 1,800 people. Was the disaster a result of Civil War sabotage? For additional background and information use the History Detectives Evaluating Abraham Lincoln lesson plan.
After a butterfly species disappeared from a location where it had been found for many years, conservation professionals accessed climate projections to identify potential habitat for its recovery.
When water utility personnel recognized their groundwater withdrawals were damaging ecosystems in the Tampa Bay area, they found new ways to reduce their dependence on it.
From weeks-long dry spells to extreme precipitation events, farmers face significant challenges in bringing crops to market. Heres how one grower uses seasonal climate forecasts to increase his chances for success.