Instructional Video5:10
TED-Ed

TED-ED: Where do superstitions come from? - Stuart Vyse

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Are you afraid of black cats? Would you open an umbrella indoors? How do you feel about the number 13? Whether or not you believe in them, you're probably familiar with a few of these superstitions. But where did they come from? Stuart...
Instructional Video2:32
Curated Video

How to Follow New Year's Superstitions

9th - Higher Ed
Howcast -Everyone can use a little extra luck, so don't jinx yourself; find out what to do this New Year's Eve.
Instructional Video2:15
Curated Video

How to Understand the Origins of Wedding Superstitions

9th - Higher Ed
Howcast -Many marriage rituals are meant to offer luck to the happy couple, while others are meant to protect them from spirits who may wish them a not-so-happy future.
Instructional Video1:23
Curated Video

How to Understand Ancient Chinese Superstitions

9th - Higher Ed
Many Chinese superstitions date to ancient times. Here are a few that are still widely known.
Instructional Video12:48
PBS

Fire Cat or Fire Cart? The History of Japan’s Kasha

9th - Higher Ed
Swooping down from the heavens on a fire ball, the Kasha drags the bodies of the dead to the underworld for a life of damnation. Most frequently depicted as a demonic, flaming cat, the kanji for ‘Kasha’ actually translates to “Fire...
Instructional Video1:44
Great Big Story

Gift Giving Around the World

12th - Higher Ed
Explore the intricate world of gift-giving across cultures, where traditions, superstitions, and rules shape the art of choosing and receiving presents. Uncover fascinating insights into international gifting practices.
Instructional Video2:17
Curated Video

The Empire of Unreason

12th - Higher Ed
Author and independent scholar Matthew Stewart argues that much of contemporary America has turned its back on the essential educational agenda promoted by the Founding Fathers.
Instructional Video4:28
Mediacorp

Rationalists and the Battle for an Anti-Superstition Law

12th - Higher Ed
This video explores the rise of rationalists in India who are fighting against fake godmen and demanding an anti-superstition law. The rationalists face threats and assassinations from Hindu right-wing groups who protect these godmen....
News Clip2:05
Curated Video

Oilers fans keeping Canada's Stanley Cup dreams alive

9th - Higher Ed
Edmonton Oilers fans are buzzing for Game 1 of the NHL Western Conference final. From pre-game rituals to superstitions, fans are all in, trying to keep the dream alive for the last Canadian team left in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Stock Footage2:18
Getty Images

INTERVIEW: Aiken Ayodele & Remi Ayodele on why the Maxim State (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)

Pre-K - Higher Ed
INTERVIEW: Aiken Ayodele & Remi Ayodele on why the Maxim State Fair was the one party the needed to attend over Super Bowl weekend, if they had any pre-event rituals to help them gear up for the party, if they have any memories of the...
News Clip0:44
Hearst Metrotone News

A group of men in costume carry pitchforks and set up a weather device to celebrate Groundhog Day.

Higher Ed
A group of men in costume carry pitchforks and set up a weather device to celebrate Groundhog Day.
News Clip2:17
Curated Video

Debunking Black Cat Myths: Bad Luck, Witches And Halloween Adoptions

Higher Ed
Black cats tend to stay in shelters longer than other felines — but that may be based on superstitions or misconceptions.
Instructional Video6:09
TED-Ed

Why Should You Read "Macbeth"?

9th - 12th Standards
All is fair in motivating readers. And something wickedly wonderful comes from using a short introductory video to double readers' enjoyment of Shakespeare's tragedy about the ambitious Thane of Glamis. It is a tale told by a genius.
Instructional Video5:10
TED-Ed

Where Do Superstitions Come From?

3rd - 12th
With a little luck, viewers can enjoy a short video that examines superstitions, their origins, and even some benefits. Knock on wood.