This compilation features two vintage films about the life and inventions of Alexander Graham Bell

George Washington is the quintessential American historical figure. The canonized stories of this great Americans life are embedded in our hearts and minds at an early age: from cherry tree moral anecdotes, to revolutionary struggles, to premier political leadership. But these powerful historical events only comprise the beginnings of learning about this unparalleled American hero. This Historic George Washington DVD is a must for not only educators and scholars, but for anyone interested in honoring the greatest of Americans

Helen Keller was not just famous in America ... she was World famous. The deaf and blind lecturer, author and activist was especially well-liked in Japan, and Keller made numerous visits to Japan in her travels around the globe. This DVD is a rare glimpse of first-hand film footage of Keller during one of her lectures in Japan

The life and times of John Glenn are documented in this wonderfully patriotic film. The movie begins with an elegant minute long introduction by President John F. Kennedy in which he explains the importance of the NASA space program and its greatest star, John Glenn. Interviews with people from John Glenns childhood, such as neighbors and teachers, are dispersed throughout the film

Here are the films these will show history of America and aspects of the Works Project Administration. Work Pays America (1937) - This film shows all the helpful aspects of the Works Project Administration. / We Work Again (1930s) - This WPA (Works Project Administration) film tries to convey that the New Deal is beneficial for African-Americans. / Better Housing News Flash (1935) - A great government propaganda piece about the benefits of The National Housing Act. / National Recovery Administration Promo (1933) - This is an interesting promo for the NRA made by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. / Man Against the River (1937) - Terrific footage of the WPA (Works Project Administration) dealing with the Ohio River flood of 1937

Zip Codes weren't always in standard use with the US Post Office. In fact, it took a bit of persuasion and exposition to show people that including the codes with their mail ensures that the mail will travel faster and provide more accurate delivery to all. The film explains the importance of the zip code system using a fantastic selection of songs by a fictional band

The saga of Horatio Nelson Jackson, the first man to cross the United States by automobile--in 1903

The history of Pakistani handicrafts goes back to the 3rd millennium B.C. An endless variety of handicrafts including wood and ivory inlay, beaten brass and copper ware, enamed work, jewellery, rugs and fabrics are avaiable in almost every rook and corner of the country. From Multan come camel skin and bone products as well as textiles and ceramic tiles. Lahore is famous for its carved and inlaid wood objects, meena jewellery and hand-block fabrics. Peshawar is known for its copper and brass ware, exquisite objects made of onyx and carpets of excellent quality

Dozens of Instant and Irresistible Ideas and Activities From Creative Teachers Across the Country

The Adoption of Islam by the Turks is one of the most significant events in history