WHRO Added New Animated History Series to eMediaVA
Virginia second-grade students now have access to a new library of animated videos covering historical figures.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Primary Education
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WHRO Public Media has expanded the eMediaVA digital library by adding the Dreamers and Doers animated video series. This new collection is designed to help second-grade students engage with historical, scientific, and social lessons.
Why it matters
The series provides educators with structured resources to meet Virginia History and Social Science SOL 2.10 requirements. These materials help streamline curriculum planning by offering ready-to-use lessons on influential reformers, inventors, and explorers.
The new series aligns specifically with History and Social Science SOL 2.10 requirements for second-grade students. It is currently available through eMediaVA, a platform supported by 21 school divisions in southeastern Virginia.
The players
WHRO Public Media
A public media organization owned by 21 school divisions in southeastern Virginia that provides educational resources.
eMediaVA
A digital media content library that provides instructional materials to educators and students across Virginia.
The details
The Dreamers and Doers series utilizes animated storytelling to profile key presidents, scientists, and explorers. To support classroom instruction, the library includes accompanying learning experience plans and supplemental materials intended to spark student discussion.
Timeline
September 23, 2026: WHRO announced the release of the new animated series.
The Home Front
This development follows a trend of digitizing state-mandated curriculum materials to increase accessibility for classrooms. It aligns with the implementation of Virginia History and Social Science SOL 2.10 requirements to ensure students have consistent exposure to historical narratives.
Parents of second-grade students can explore these new historical resources by visiting the eMediaVA platform. Review the portal to see how these animated videos align with the social science topics your student is currently covering in class.
The takeaway
Integrating animated media into social studies helps younger students grasp complex historical reforms and scientific contributions. Encourage your student to share which historical figure they found most interesting after viewing these classroom resources.
Further reading
For more on how local digital resources support classroom learning, visit the Primary Education section.
More information
You can access the new video series and supporting materials through the eMediaVA digital media content library.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WHRO Public Media.
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