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Intro Spanish Lesson: False Cognates

K - 5th
A common mistake for beginner Spanish learners is to assume that a Spanish word and and an English word that look or sound alike has the same meaning. In this lesson, you'll learn which words are "false cognates". False cognates may look...
Instructional Video4:53
TED-Ed

Why Is Cotton in Everything?

6th - 12th
Imagine wearing a suit of armor made of quilted cotton. Inca warriors did and found it very effective. Viewers of a fascinating video learn about how the growth of cotton cells makes this plant so strong and versatile. Also included in...
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Smart School Online: What Are Synthetic Fibres?

6th - 8th
Simple video explaining what natural and synthetic fibers are, e.g., cotton, wool, and silk versus nylon, polyester, and rayon. Discusses monomers and polymers. [1:48]