Story Seeds
Overcoming Challenges: A Magical Tree
Every story starts as a small idea, or seed, and then—if nurtured and worked on—grows into a complete tale. In this audio story, an author and a 12-year-old girl work together to grow a story seed into a tale about a young athlete...
Professor Dave Explains
Quinine and the Birth of the Dye Industry
As we just learned, the 19th century brought about the practice of isolating compounds with medicinal properties from their natural sources, such as a variety of alkaloids. But one such alkaloid deserves its own chapter in this story,...
Maddie Moate
How Do Brussels Sprouts Grow? | Maddie Moate
Do you like Brussels Sprouts?! A huge thank you to Laslett and Sons for having me!
Britlish
Vocabulary of Birds (subtitles)
This English lesson looks at vocabulary associated with birds such as, feathers, wings, beak, eggs, plumage, vaned, down, duckling, grooming, keratin, raptor, webbed, talon, flying, thermal, flat, and chick. The narrator speaks in an...
US Department of Agriculture
The U.S. National Plant Germplasm System - An Overview
The Agricultural Research Service operates a genebank network designed to protect crucial plant germplasm. This helps plant breeders and researchers develop superior crops for today and tomorrow.
National Parks Service
Redwood National and State Parks - Redwood Ranger Minute: Redwood Reproduction
Park Ranger Liam discusses the reproduction capabilities of the world's tallest living things—coast redwoods (Sequoia sempervirens). CREDIT: NPS
Visual Learning Systems
Adaptations of Desert Plants
This video discusses the various adaptations that desert plants have developed to survive in arid environments, including the lack of leaves, spines for protection, and water storage. It also highlights different methods of reproduction,...
Visual Learning Systems
Plants With Flowers: Importance of Flowering Plants
Flowers are everywhere. This wonderful video defines what a flower is and the parts that make up a flower, as well as the importance of flowering plants in our lives. Concepts and terminology: flowering plants, plant embryo, plant...
Visual Learning Systems
Reproduction and Diversity in Angiosperms
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of flowering plants, also known as angiosperms. We learn about the diverse range of flowers, their vibrant colors, and various shapes. This video is part of the 10-part series, Classifying...
Food Farmer Earth
Navigating Seed Diversity: Oregon's Willamette Valley Challenges
Willamette Valley's specialty seed crops face threats from cross-pollination due to its unique geological and weather conditions that are ideal for seed production. A detailed mapping system and distance standards for crop isolation are...
TMW Media
Smelting And Refining Aluminium: Mining and rehabilitation
Why is mining important? How is bauxite mined responsibly? Smelting And Refining Aluminium, Part 1
PBS
Why Does the Heart Symbol Look That Way?
Whether it's a chocolate in heart shaped box, an emoji with hearts for eyes, iconic design such as I NY or even liking an image on Instagram, the heart symbol is about as ubiquitous as it comes. But have you ever wondered why the looks...
Visual Learning Systems
Introduction to Gymnosperms
This video provides an overview of gymnosperms, a group of ancient plants that lack flowers and produce seeds contained in cones. It introduces different divisions of gymnosperms, including conifers like redwoods, pines, and firs, as...
Curated Video
The History and Attributes of Spelt
This video provides an informative overview of the history, cultivation, and characteristics of spelt, a ancient grain that originated from the Fertile Crescent. Spelt part 1/5
Curated Video
Investigating the Effects of Light on Plant Growth: A Biology Practical Experiment
The video discusses a required biology practical activity that involves investigating the effects of light on plant growth. The presenter explains how to develop a hypothesis related to the growth of mustard seedlings based on the...
ZooMoo
Kooki's Crafty Show Makes: Argh me hearties
It's gardening time with Kooki as she makes a piratey egg head planter.
Wonderscape
Science Kids: Ants
This video explores the fascinating world of ants, highlighting their incredible strength, social behavior, and adaptability. It emphasizes the importance of ants in the environment, showcasing their role in soil aeration, waste...
Curated Video
How to Cook Amaranth
Learn how to make amaranth porridge and a savory chicken and amaranth stew recipe! Amaranth part 5/5
Weird History
Into the Wild | Everything That Went Wrong for Chris McCandless
You may have seen the 2007 movie, or even read the 1997 book, but the real story of the man behind ‘Into The Wild’ and his untimely death in the Alaskan Wilderness is a lot more twisted and confusing than you’d probably ever think. Chris...
Curated Video
Creating Your Own Healthy Trail Mix: Tips and Combinations
In this video, we learn about the benefits of trail mix as a healthy snack option. The speaker provides tips on choosing nutritious ingredients such as whole grains, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, while also mentioning the option to add...
Visual Learning Systems
Life in the Tundra: Challenges and Adaptations
The video provides an overview of the challenging conditions and unique plant and animal life found in the tundra. It highlights the short growing season, low-lying plants, and the abundance of insects that attract breeding birds. It...
National Parks Service
Yellowstone National Park - Mutualism
Distance learning video about mutualism.
National Parks Service
Yosemite Nature Notes 31: Fire Followers
Fire following flowers are those that germinate and bloom after a fire, covering the landscape in a beautiful but brief wildflower display that may not return until the next fire.
Maddie Moate
Pumpkin Dissection! | Learn the Parts of a Pumpkin | Maddie Moate
Let's find out the different parts of a pumpkin with Maddie and Greg in this fun educational video for kids! Join the duo as they harvest their Pumpkins in time for Halloween and perform a 'Pumpkin Dissection' to help us learn about the...