Schlessinger, Andrew

Two contemporary children meet Leif Erikson who recounts how Viking technology and spirit of adventure enabled them to explore unknown lands 500 years before Columbus. Hear the tale of Erik the Red and his quest to settle a new colony in Greenland.

Examines the numerous inventions and visions of da Vinci, including the helicopter and the submarine.

Officially called Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, this is one holiday that celebrates two great things: our country's history and its citizens. Learn how the U.S. Constitution, a document written and signed more than 200 years ago, outlines how our government works and identifies our rights as citizens of the United States. Take a field trip to the National Constitution Center -- the perfect place to celebrate this national holiday.

Examines the history, culture and future of the Comanche Indians.

One of a 15-part series that celebrates the heritage of different cultural groups by tracing the history of their emigration to North America. Adapted from the "Peoples of North America" series of books by Chelsea House Publishers.

Video biography on one of the most influential African Americans in history based on Chelsea House Publishers' critically acclaimed Black Americans of Achievement series of books.

An exciting, standards-based video series examines core science content with an inquiry-based approach through experiments and investigations. Each program takes a laboratory technique from physics, chemistry, earth or life science, and makes it meaningful to students by explaining the theory behind the application through the usage of outstanding graphics and relevant real-life examples.

An in-depth exploration of some of Shakespeare's most memorable passages from some of his most often-read plays. Also includes an investigation of the different types of plays that make up Shakespeare's body of work: tragedies, comedies, histories and romances.

An exploration of some of Shakespeare's greatest characters, including Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, Brutus, King Lear, and Romeo and Juliet. Investigates some of the different types of characters that can be found in Shakespeare's plays. Learn how the playwright used language to create both villains and lovers.