Dive into the past with unique videos that highlight key historical events, figures, and moments. From ancient civilizations to modern history, these resources are perfect for stimulating interest and discussions in your classroom.
Watch and listen as Rose Schindler talks about growing up in Czechoslovakia and how things began to change for Jews when she was a young girl. In just a few short years, she and her family were required to relocate by train to a place unknown—the Auschwitz concentration camp.
When you think of a fair, you probably imagine the garden variety deep fried twinkies or oreos… and deep fried everything else! But did you know the most recognizable fair food was actually invented by a dentist? Get the scoop…actually get yourself a double scoop on this Betcha Didn’t Know!
It all started in 1953 when a small business set out to create a line of rust-prevention products for the aerospace industry…only it took 40 tries to perfect the formula. Today, that formula is hidden in a secret vault—somewhere in California. Think you know the recipe?
Did you know the American Civil War BEGAN and ENDED in the same man’s house? His name was Wilmer McLean and his story remains one of the most peculiar coincidences in American history.
Great Britain’s economy was in shambles, unemployment was high, and bitter disagreements were choking the effectiveness of the government. In such a situation, how does a leader maintain composure and cast a vision for the country that calms anger, delivers hope, and creates buy-in for the work ahead? This is how Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher did just that in her speech known as “The Lady’s Not For Turning”…In Other Words!
A riveting Betcha Didn’t Know from American History…. Lauren Bradford delivers the true story of the only woman to be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor! You’ll wonder why you never heard this one!!!
An incredible Betcha Didn’t Know right out of the annals of history…but never included in anyone’s history book! From brand new Captain Julie Richard, a fascinating story about the animals who fought in World War I !!!
Has your life been moving in a direction that doesn’t feel right? Maybe you need a course correction! Dr. Mark Foley unpacks an incredible and heroic story about Rear Admiral Wade McClusky and his major role in the Battle of Midway during WWII.
Have you ever wondered if our society has “crossed the rubicon?” Do you ever watch the news and have thoughts of “all downhill from here?” Is there a concept or principle we don’t understand…something we can do that has been overlooked? I believe the answer is “yes,” and I WAS THERE the day a story of bombs, lies, and espionage came together in a way that changed my life.
Just unloaded from the content barge, a long awaited, short video by Andy Andrews that actually needs a Warning Label…one that should say: Warning! This Betcha Didn’t Know about Warning Labels is extremely funny!
Watch and listen to Edgar Harrell as he delivers a first hand account of surviving shark infested waters for 4 1/2 days during World War II after his battleship was torpedoed. Here is the first video of a new series: I WAS THERE…the sinking of the USS Indianapolis!
Yes, he invented the telephone, but do you know what else Alexander Graham Bell did? Once, he actually set a record for speed on water! Join Leslie Anne Tarabella with a fun and fact filled ride from the Betcha Didn’t Know dock!