Thirteen American colonies unite in rebellion, win an eight-year war to secure their independence, and establish a new form of government that would inspire democratic movements at home and around the globe.
The American Revolution examines how America’s founding turned the world upside-down. What began as a political clash between colonists and the British government grew into a bloody struggle that engaged more than two dozen nations.
Join PBS LearningMedia for an engaging conversation with the filmmakers of The American Revolution — Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. Through this discussion, moderated by "America’s Government Teacher," Sharon McMahon, participants will learn about the process of creating a historical documentary, consider the power of visual storytelling to engage with the past, and discover opportunities to use this film in the classroom with PBS LearningMedia’s newest collection Ken Burns in the Classroom: The American Revolution. The resources in the collection will support teachers in connecting students to the Revolutionary era and its legacies today in relatable and meaningful ways.
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This event is intended for educators teaching social studies in grades 3-12, as well as other educators, including instructional coaches and curriculum specialists in social studies. When registering, attendees will have the opportunity to submit a question that may be asked during the event.
The American Revolution: Connecting Students to Our Shared History: A Live Conversation with Filmmakers
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
3:30 p.m.
FREE
Virtual Event via PBS Learning Media Events
