Videos · 5-Minute Videos · Jan 05, 2026
When Thomas Jefferson wrote about “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,” he wasn’t just using poetic language—he was laying down a radical vision for a free society. But what did he and the…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Dec 12, 2023
A classic tale about a poor shoemaker and his wife who benefit from the generosity of two hardworking elves. This sweet storytime video teaches young learners the importance of gratitude and…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Oct 10, 2023
Through the "Legend of the Dipper" about a young girl who shares what little she has with others in need, your young children will learn the importance of sharing and the power of doing good.
Videos · Otto's Tales · Jun 13, 2023
This timeless, true story about the Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman—a former slave who escaped to freedom and then helped rescue 70 people from slavery—is told in an age-appropriate,…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Apr 11, 2023
This timeless Swiss folktale teaches our youngest learners the virtue of staying calm and courageous in the face of terrifying tyranny.
Videos · Otto's Tales · Jan 24, 2023
Your children will love this exciting adventure with Otto the bulldog and Smidge the kitten as they travel to the Statue of Liberty in New York City. On their trip, the duo meets new friends who help…
Videos · 5-Minute Videos · Oct 17, 2022
Americans fought a long and bloody war to get rid of one tyrant, the English King, George III. They didn’t want to install a new one of their own making. So how did the Framers ensure that the…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Aug 16, 2022
Many schools are no longer teaching patriotic songs like “America the Beautiful” and “My Country ‘Tis of Thee” to young children. These beloved hymns are not only fun to sing, but are also full of…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Mar 22, 2022
Introduce young children to the meaning and importance of the three values inscribed on every U.S. coin: Liberty, In God We Trust, and E Pluribus Unum. Your kiddos will love time traveling with Otto…
Videos · Otto's Tales · Jun 29, 2021
This charming rhyming book by Amelia Hamilton tells the history of how and why America became known as "land of the free." 10 Steps to Freedom: A Growing Patriots Guide to the American…
Book
Teach young learners the importance of freedom with this storybook about the Statue of Liberty. Your children will love this exciting adventure with Otto the bulldog and Smidge the kitten as they…
Book
Introduce young children to the meaning and importance of the three values inscribed on every U.S. coin: Liberty, In God We Trust, and E Pluribus Unum. Your kiddos will love time traveling with Otto…
Worksheets
Help young learners practice story sequencing with this engaging worksheet based on the legendary tale of William Tell! Designed for K-2 students, this activity encourages kids to retell the story by…
Worksheets
Enhance your K-2 grade students' comprehension and sequencing skills with this engaging "The Elves & the Shoemaker" worksheet., meant as a companion to the lesson plan and video.
Worksheets
Enhance your students' learning experience with our Otto's Tales: American Songfest worksheet, featuring a matching section to connect lyrics with images, the full lyrics to sing along, and a fun…
Worksheets
Use this worksheet designed for students in grades K-2, to explore the American values of Liberty, In God We Trust, and E Pluribus Unum. Instill how these values unite us as Americans.
Worksheets
Use this companion worksheet as a formative assessment for the Let's Visit the Statue of Liberty lesson plan, designed for K-2 grades.
Worksheets
K-2 students will have fun completing this worksheet that accompanies "Otto's Tales: The Legend of the Dipper," where they will identify examples of kindness.
Worksheets
Students will love showing what they learned about Harriet Tubman's bravery on this free, downloadable worksheet.
Worksheets
K-2 students will enjoy creating their own colonial-style flags with this free worksheet that accompanies Otto's Tales: 10 Steps to Freedom.
Lesson Plans
Students grades K-2 will understand the importance of gratitude and helping others, and they will be able to explain how the actions of the shoemaker and his wife in the folktale "The Elves and the…
Lesson Plans
Introduce your students to the legendary tale of William Tell with this captivating lesson plan designed for K-2! Through hands-on activities and story sequencing, young learners will explore themes…
Lesson Plans
Engage your K-2 students with our Otto's Tales: American Songfest lesson plan, designed to introduce young learners to the significance of patriotic songs. Through interactive activities,…
Lesson Plans
This lesson, designed for students in grades K-2, takes us on a magical adventure with Otto the bulldog and his buddy Dennis to explore the American values of Liberty, In God We Trust, and E Pluribus…
Lesson Plans
This dynamic lesson plan enables K-2 students to understand the importance of sharing and the power of doing good.