Discusses the history of the Declaration of Independence, the people responsible for drafting it, and what the text states, in addition to exploring how conservators in the National Archives have repa
Looks at the colonial period of American history, highlighting what led to the continent's colonization, its growth, and the colonies' ultimate break with Britain.
Discusses how magnets work, shares examples of how they are used around the house, in transportation, and in medicine, and provides a brief history of the study of magnetism.
Discusses the history of reality television programs, the five basic genres of programming, and positive and negative perceptions of reality television.
Looks at the history of graphic novels and comic books, exploring how graphic novels evolved from comics, how themes and content have changed over time, and the use of educational graphic novels in sc
Looks at the life of the American poet known for his work "Leaves of Grass," covering his youth, early jobs, career as a writer, and time as a volunteer nurse during the Civil War.
Details the origins and history of Sparta, notable battles waged by the Greek city-state, and what the life of a Spartan soldier was like on and off the battlefield.
Introduces the Roman warriors known as gladiators, including their history, lifestyle, weapons, and how they remain a part of today's culture through sports such as wrestling.
