K D12 - Presidents

Thomas Jefferson: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Everything

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Thomas Jefferson is perhaps best known for writing the Declaration of Independence. But there's so much more to discover.

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Thomas Jefferson: Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Everything

Duck for President

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Duck (of Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type and Giggle, Giggle, Quack fame) decides to enter politics. Follow his rise, and fall from power, sticky ballots and all.

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Primary
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00:14
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John, Paul, George and Ben

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According to the author, John (Hancock), Paul (Revere), George (Washington), Ben (Franklin), and Independent Tom (Jefferson) were always getting into trouble together as boys before getting into bi

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Primary
Elementary
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00:12
John, Paul, George and Ben

Greater Washington, D.C. National Parks: For the People (2005)

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Examines some of the attractions of Washington D.C., looking at things to see and do outside the metropolitan area, exploring the history of the national parks surrounding the city, touring some of the capital's major monuments and memorials, and describing alternative entertainments

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Primary
Elementary
Middle
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00:20
Greater Washington, D.C. National Parks: For the People

Founding of our Federal Government (2001)

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While George Washington was leading the Continental Army against the British, Thomas Jefferson was writing a document that would be used to declare America's separation from England - The Declaration of Independence. Students identify some of the people who fought for the rights of Americans. Once free, the planning of a new government began with the writing of our Constitution.

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Primary
Elementary
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00:20
Founding of our Federal Government

Presidents' Day: Washington and Lincoln (2003)

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With the help of a colonial Presidential crier children come to understand why we celebrate Presidents' Day and what makes it so special. They learn about George Washington and the important role he played in the formation of our country. Next, they learn about the life of Abraham Lincoln and his resolve to keep our country unified, making him one of our great civic leaders.

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Primary
Elementary
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00:15
Presidents' Day: Washington and Lincoln

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