From the time of slavery right through to the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s there have been many great leaders who fought to break down racial barriers in America. On January 20, 2009 Barack Obama became the first African American to take the oath of office as President of the United States. On that day, the biggest racial barrier of all, the Presidency of the United States of America, was overcome. This program explores the important people and events that broke down the barriers that led to this major milestone in American history. In addition, students will learn about the life of President Barack Obama. The program explores the people and events that impacted his life. The program also discusses how Obama broke down barriers at Harvard University to become the first President of the Harvard Law Review and how he beat the odds to become the Democrats’ Presidential Nominee. Students will come to understand that President Obama and the success of all the great civil rights leaders who came before helped to tear down racial and political barriers that existed in America for over 200 years. Viewers will learn that President Obama’s election symbolizes America’s promise of freedom and equal rights for every one of its citizens.

Copyright 2010
Item# MM3061D
ISBN- 1-934119-89-X
UPC-0 92388 0923 9 5
Grades: 7-12
TRT: 13 Minutes
CC: No
Multisite License Price: $149

The program begins with a brief history of the people who fought for civil rights and freedoms for all Americans, and explains how their efforts provided the possibility and opportunity that led to the election of President Obama. Students will learn how President Obama became the 44th president of the United States and the first African-American president in our country’s history. His journey to the white house is a fascinating and inspiring story about having a dream and the freedom to pursue that dream. In many ways, President Obama’s childhood was typical. He went to school, worked in an ice cream parlor during high school and played basketball. On the other hand, he had experiences much different from a typical child in America. He was the child of a multi-racial couple. When he was young, he lived in Indonesia for several years. Then he moved to Hawaii where his grandparents raised him. What events and experiences shaped his life? How did he become a hero of freedom for millions of people around the world? This captivating program chronicles Barack Obama’s life through pictures, graphics, maps and archival footage.

Copyright 2009
Item# MM3083
ISBN- 1-934119-67-9
UPC- 0 92388 0901 9 3
Grades: 3-8
TRT: 15 Minutes
CC: Yes
Multisite License Price: $149

This program is designed to give students a clear understanding of the historical events of various land acquisitions that led to the creation of the United States as it exists today. Archival footage combined with lively maps and graphics help tell the story of how the United States grew from 13 colonies to 50 states. Events covered include the Louisiana Purchase, the Texas Annexation, the Gadsden Purchase and more. Students will polish their map skills as they come to appreciate geography’s role in shaping our nation.

Copyright 2004
Item# MM3083
ISBN- 1-929944-80-2
UPC-0 9 2388 0454 9 0
Grades: 3-8
TRT: 22 Minutes
CC: No
Multisite License Price: $149

Presidential Elections brings the electoral process to life. Students will learn about political “platforms” and party “tickets,” as well as fascinating facts about former presidents that will stimulate classroom discussion. In addition, the qualifications of a presidential candidate, the rise of political parties, how presidential caucuses and primaries work, the role of national conventions, the voting process itself, and the role of the Electoral College are discussed.

Copyright 2011
Item# MM2003D
ISBN- 1-929944-55-1
UPC- 0 92388 0310 9 7
Grades: 3-8
TRT: 22 Minutes
CC: No
Multisite License Price: $149

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 valued symbols and ceremonies.

Copyright 2004 Item# MM2002D ISBN- 1-929944-54-3 UPC- 0 92388 0450 9 4 Grades: 3-8 TRT: 25 Minutes CC: No Multisite License Price: $149