Curated OER
Letter M Stores
With very colorful and interesting graphics, this film lists words that begin with the letter M. This could be a way to kick-off a lesson on this letter.
Curated OER
One Of These Things: Hat
Viewers can identify which of the four hats, three red fire fighter hats, or a silver, sparkly New Year's hat, does not belong with the group. This film could be a good way to introduce the idea of classification and sorting in the...
Curated OER
Chad Pennington: Prepared
What does the word prepared mean? Football pro chad Pennington defines prepared and shows viewers what he is prepared to do. He always has a crayon, mittens, and a football helmet with him so he'll be prepared to color, make a snowball,...
Sesame Street
M: Stores On The Street
By taking a trip through a downtown area, this presentation focuses on the letter M. Things that begin with this letter are highlighted. It's a quick way to review this concept.
Curated OER
N: Your Name Is Natasha
Maya Angelou plays a clapping game with Natasha to explore the letter “N.” As she claps, Angelou lists words that begin with “N.” You could use this technique to review letter sounds in the classroom.
Curated OER
Nasa Count Down
A real astronaut in a space ship counts down from 10. When he reaches 10, a rocket blasts off. This would be a wonderful way to practice counting down. It's motivating!
Curated OER
Run!
The letter “R” is featured in this video. Children form the letter “R” using construction paper and then run to emphasize a word that starts with this sound. It is a motivating way to introduce this letter.
Curated OER
Kids Sing "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" with Ernie
A variety of children sing “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.” Show this when you need to fill time between activities.
Curated OER
Ricky Gervais: Stumble
Ricky Gervais illustrates the meaning of the word stumble in this video. This film could be used as an anticipatory set to a lesson on Language Arts and the use of language.
Curated OER
Jason Taylor: Toss
What an entertaining video! Jason Tyler demonstrates the meaning of the word toss by throwing a fake cow. That's something learners will remember.
Sesame Street
Sesame Street: Neil Patrick Harris Gets Interviewed by Elmo
Elmo and Neil Patrick Harris sing “The Pajama Song.” We find out that Mr. Neil loves roller coasters, carrots, and Elmo. The clip ends with a fun dance.
Curated OER
The Count Sings Of 8
Eight is great in this video. The Count sings a song about the number 8 and counts objects. He counts eight skates on a crate.
Curated OER
Color My Day
Use this video to get children thinking about a series of events that can be turned into a picture story. They can view a little girl using art to tell the story of her day in the park.
Curated OER
Hot! Hot! Hot!
Baby Bear shows how to sound out the word hot. He also illustrates its meaning. This is a creative way to introduce new Language Arts.
Curated OER
Jason Bateman: Alphabet Story
Jason Bateman leads Elmo through the alphabet. It is an entertaining rendition that could be used to review the alphabet before a language arts lesson.
Curated OER
Judah Freidlander: Spectacular
Judah Freidlander identifies the meaning of the word spectacular in this clip. He exudes enthusiasm as he describes this word. What a fun way to introduce new Language Arts!
Sesame Street
Kids Talk: Making Friends
Making friends is an important part of the school experience. In this clip, children talk about how they make friends and what they do with these special people. Children will love exploring this topic.
Curated OER
Fireflies: Letter W
Fireflies form the letter “W.” A child names things in the night-time forest that begin with “W.” A very simple clip, which is great for introducing the letter “W.”
Curated OER
The Letter G Song
Cookie Monster sings a song featuring the letter “G.” Even though there is only one word mentioned that begins with ”G,” goat, the video could be useful for helping viewers practice the sound the letter makes. It's a catchy tune.
Khan Academy
SAT Prep: Test 6 Section 3 Part 4
The strength of this video lies in Sal's ability to immediately translate word problems to equations - a skill that might allow many SAT takers to have a better chance at finding the correct answer. If students watch him practice this...
Khan Academy
SAT Prep: Test 8 Section 8 Part 2
One of Sal's greatest gifts to students in this SAT video series has been his demonstration of word problems. Because he writes out equations while simultaneously reading the information provided, he often arrives at the correct answer...
Khan Academy
SAT Prep: Test 7 Section 2 Part 3
The problems are getting a little more difficult in this video, which covers problems 13-16 on page 778, but Sal is still easy to understand. He demonstrates various strategies for solving algebraic expressions and problems involving...
Khan Academy
SAT Prep: Test 2 Section 9 Part 3
Carefully reading word problems is a skill that many students neglect due to time constraints or test anxiety, and Sal models how to do so in this video. Both algebra and geometry are featured in problems 10-12 of the practice SAT.
Khan Academy
SAT Prep: Test 2 Section 9 Part 2
Assisting students with test-taking strategies, especially easier ways to solve multiple choice problems, Sal solves problems 6-9 on page 488 of The Official SAT Study Guide. Skills such as adding angles and solving for integers are the...
