Films by Subject Elementary Social Studies

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20th Century Presidents - A 17-Part Series

This 17-part all-ages series details the history of the 17 US presidents who served America during the turbulent 20th Century. Each president made a difference in the times in which he served. Each has a unique story to tell, and each a museum where that story is told. Programs from the 20th Century Presidents series are filmed at different presidential libraries and museums around the country, where American youngsters tell the exciting stories of these leaders.
Release
2005
Minutes
9-22
Grade Level
E-S
Format
DVD and VHS

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American History for Kids - A Fifteen Part Series

American History for Kids is a 15 part series which reveals some of the most significant developments in our country's past.
Release
1999
Minutes
V
Grade Level
E-1
Format
DVD

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Ameriquest Kids: "Why We Serve"

Through their AQK daily mission, Sam and Charlie learn what it means to serve by delving into the 5 branches of the United States Armed Forces. Then, they along with a whole cast of colorful characters, share their knowledge and enthusiasm with children from another part of our nation. Together with the viewers, they witness first hand what the United States Armed Forces are all about and that everyone, no matter what age, has the ability to serve by utilizing their talents to help others.
Release
2009
Minutes
24
Grade Level
E
Format
DVD

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Ameriquest Kids: 2-part Series

Ameriquest Kids is an educational yet entertaining program created with the goal of preparing our youth to take an active and heartfelt role in the future of America. We need leaders and active citizens to care and carry on this great Country of ours as have those who have gone on before. Ameriquest Kids has come to life through exciting 3-D animation and corresponding classroom curriculum written and approved by a team of educators. While meeting the required Social Studies TAKS/TEKS/NCSS criteria Ameriquest Kids delves further into education by engaging children in Civic responsibilities instilling a pride of country and 'want-to' as encouraged through the adventures of brothers Sam and Charlie atop the all-wise eagle Archibald and support from the sassy Lady Liberty and so much more!
Release
2009
Minutes
24
Grade Level
E
Format
DVD

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Ameriquest Kids: Your Right to Vote

Sam and Charlie, The Ameriquest Kids, learn about the power and privilege of voting in "Your Right to Vote". Then they, along with the all-wise Archibald and spunky Lady Liberty, share their knowledge and enthusiasm with children from another part of our nation. Together with the viewers, they witness first hand that every vote counts - even their vote in an upcoming classroom election!
Release
2009
Minutes
24
Grade Level
E
Format
DVD

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My Dance School at the Paris Opera

10 year old Celine has dreamed of becoming a prima ballerina since she can remember. She auditioned at the age of 8 for this special school. Celine attends morning classes of French, math, geography and history. Lunch is followed by dancing classes.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My Floating School (Caribbean)

An 80-ton tuna ship from Brittany is both home and school to 12 year old Antoin and 9 other young people. Many subjects are learned experientially. He learns to pilot the ship and to interpret weather reports and many other things.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Amazonia

Andrea lives in a house built on wooden poles. After the national anthem and the salute to the flag science class begins with a study of Amazonia and its environment.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Australia

Boys and girls attend separate classes in this Aborigines school where English is the official language. Today begins with group reading exercises and a composition test.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Bangladesh

Rotna and her friend Fatima attend a UNICEF school. They practice writing in Bengali, the official language, and study their country's history. Transportation is varied, with skateboards competing with rickshaws.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E-I
Format
DVD

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My School in Brazil

Claudio, who's 10, attends the only circus school in Brazil. Mornings involve the traditional ABCs but the afternoons are devoted to the circus.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Canada

Pasqualle is 12 and lives in snow-covered Quebec, where her father teaches computer science. This week is letter-writing week and Pasqualle collects, separates, and distributes the letters in her class. Each class is 50 minutes long, with groups of 6-8 in each class.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Cuba

Havana, capital of Cuba, is home to young Susana, and the location of her school. Each day begins with the “matutino”, a period of 5 minutes where the students talk with their teachers, receive recognition for good work and resolve problems.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Ecuador

7 year old Taco is the first of his family to attend school and therefore tries very hard. His first lesson concerns the purification of water. Taco dresses like his Inca ancestors in a hat and poncho. He and his classmates salute the flag like soldiers, even bringing their heels together.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Greece

Corfu is home to 11 year old Kosta. His social studies teacher plans a two-day treasure hunt in the city with clues which reinforce what the students have learned in the classroom.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Holland

Jim bicycles to school. His first class discusses road signs; after recess the students study French, acting out sketches to employ their new-found foreign vocabulary.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in India

Eleven year old Sanders rehearses his multiplication tables to moves of his favorite classic Indian dance, the bharata natyam. He rides to school on a motorized rickshaw hanging on to the outside.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Israel

Yael attends religious school where boys and girls pray separately as they learn the duties of Judaism, as taught in the Torah.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Italy

Linda and her siblings are transported to school in Tuscany by donkeys when the weather is nice. At outdoor art class the students draw various historic sites.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Lebanon

Zena is 11 years old and loves history. Today the 30 members of her 6th grade class begin with French and then study Lebanese crafts.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Mauritania

Mauritania is on the west coast of Africa; 12 year old Hakim lives in a tent and walks a half mile to school. Islam is the official religion of Mauritania. Both Arabic and French are spoken. Boys and girls must share the same classroom because of lack of space but they sit on opposite sides of the room.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Morocco

Because of a school shortage, Khadija attends classes for only half a day. Some classes are taught in French because Morocco was once a colony of France. Writing exercises are done on slate boards. At home her father helps her prepare for a test in dictation by citing portions of the Koran.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Peru

Nine year old Alex lives on the island of Taquil on Lake Titicaca, on the border of Peru and Bolivia, a place with no cars and no electricity.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Reunion Island

In the Indian Ocean off the east coast of Africa lies Reunion Island. Fabienne is in the 6th grade and her school is located in the middle of the village with no fences, but no one leaves the school grounds. Today her class is doing a photo study of the village labeling various locations.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Scotland

On Bute Island 10 year old Edward prepares to leave his family's sheep farm to attend a boarding school on another island. Classes begin with geography.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Thailand

12 year old Viron is an apprentice monk who lives in a temple area. Much of his time is devoted to study and meditation.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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My School in Trinidad

Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1498, Trinidad is in the Antilles Islands in the Caribbean, and home to 8 year old Kemba . Though the school is a public one, the students wear uniforms. Trinidad's population is comprised of Muslims, Catholics, and Anglicans and English is still the official language.
Release
1998
Minutes
13
Grade Level
E,I
Format
DVD and VHS

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Revolutionary War, The

Oliver Mayhew, one of the youngest soldiers of the Revolutionary War, tells the story of the fight for American independence. More than 250 years ago there was no United States of America, only a series of English settlements called colonies strung along the Atlantic coast.
Release
1999
Minutes
V
Grade Level
E-1
Format
DVD

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