Ansary, Mir Tamim

Introduces the history, dwellings, artwork, religious beliefs, clothing, food, and other elements of life of the Native American tribes of the Pacific Northwest.

Introduces the various Native American tribes of the Great Basin region, discussing their history, dwellings, artwork, religious beliefs, clothing, food, and other aspects of their way of life.

Presents a brief history of the American flag and Flag Day, when the country adopted the flag, who created it, and how it has changed since 1777.

Introduces Memorial Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.

Explores the history of Earth Day, celebrated on April 22, and discusses why it is important to honor the planet while recognizing the dangers of pollution.

Explains the basic properties of matter through looking at everyday experiences and direct observation.

Introduces Labor Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.

Introduces Columbus Day, explaining the historical events behind it, how it became a holiday, and how it is observed.

Ansary, son of an Afghan father and American mother, describes his life in Afghanistan where he was born in 1948, and in America where he has lived since the age of sixteen, and discusses the impact of an E-mail he sent to friends on Sept. 12, 2001 to express his feelings about the Taliban, which gained worldwide attention.

Explores the history of Election Day in the U.S., the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, and provides information about voting and why it is important.