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Global Owl Species
Discover the diverse owl species found across the world, from the heart-faced barn owl to the giant Great Horned Owl. Learn about the unique characteristics and habitats of owls in North America, Asia, and Africa. Understand the...
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Big Cats of Asia
Explore the majestic big cats of Asia, including the powerful Bengal and Siberian tigers and the elusive snow leopards. Learn about their unique adaptations, habitats, and conservation efforts to protect these magnificent predators in...
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The Native American Impact on Our Culture
Dr. Forrester asks the question, “How did the Native Americans get to The New World?” She also discusses the Bering Strait Land Bridge Theory. She then gives examples of Native American words still used in our vocabulary today.
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Nonfiction Expository Writing: Revision
Mr. Griot describes how to revise a nonfiction expository writing essay.
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Nonfiction Expository Writing: Tigers
Mr. Griot describes how to write a nonfiction expository writing essay.
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The Chinese Culture in America
Dr. Forrester talks about the Chinese-American culture and how it has influenced our culture in the United States.
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Living in India
Dr. Forrester compares the lives of families in the United States to those in India.
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The Borders of Countries
Dr. Forrester explains that the borders of countries are determined in two ways, political or natural.
Great Big Story
Meet Aiya and Shigu, Adorable Yet Elusive Clouded Leopard Cubs
Discover the shy and mysterious clouded leopards, Aiya and Shigu. These rare, elite climbers from Asia face a declining population due to habitat loss and poaching.
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Pontianak: The Vengeful, Violent Vampiric Ghost of Southeast Asia
The pontianak, or kuntilanak, has long been a staple of Malay horror. In addition to serving as an allegory for the tension between traditional and modern cultural and spiritual practices, these monsters gave name to a real city. In this...
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Helping the Homeless Through Farm-to-Table Training
Discover how Farming Hope battles homelessness by training people in farming and cooking for a community dinner in San Francisco.
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The Geography of Australia!
Let's go down under and learn about the geography of Australia!
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Learn About the United Arab Emirates!
There are 7 emirates of the United Arab Emirates, let's learn more about them!
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Top 5 Most Expensive Cities to Live in Around the World
Explore the world's most expensive cities in this eye-opening video, from the glitz of Hollywood in Los Angeles to the bustling business hub of Hong Kong, the cultural diversity of Tel Aviv in Israel, the iconic Big Apple of New York...
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The Imperial Library of Constantinople and its Famous Disappearance
The Imperial Library of Constantinople, once held over a hundred thousand manuscripts. It survived nearly a millennium before its supposed destruction by Norman Crusaders in 1204. Despite this, rumors persist that the library was...
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Roman Coins in Japan Suggest Ancient Global Trade Networks
The discovery of Roman coins at a castle in Japan raises intriguing questions about the extent of Roman influence or trade connections with East Asia around 1800 years ago. While it's unlikely that there was direct contact between Rome...
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Battle of Nicopolis, 48 BC Pontus challenges Rome
Battle of Nicopolis, 48 BC Pontus challenges Rome
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Battle of the Kalka River: The Mongol Invasions
This video describes the historical events of the early 13th century, focusing on the Mongol invasion led by Genghis Khan and the subsequent battles with various kingdoms and alliances. It highlights the strategic brilliance of Mongol...
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Elephant Conservation: Challenges and Hope in the Modern World
This video examines the current state of elephant conservation, highlighting the transition from using elephants in entertainment to protecting them in sanctuaries. It discusses the threats elephants face, such as poaching and habitat...
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Elephants Through Time: Evolution and Species Diversity
Discover the evolution of elephants, from their earliest ancestors to the present-day species. This video introduces the two main types of elephants - African and Asian - and delves into the fascinating journey of their development over...
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Asian New Year Celebrations: Customs and Traditions Across Cultures
This video explores the diverse New Year celebrations in Asian cultures, including the Korean New Year with its hanbok attire and sebe bows, Japanese New Year with mochi and bell-ringing traditions, and the Vietnamese New Year, or Tet,...
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Exploring Chinese Cuisine: Essential Ingredients and Flavors
In this video, we explore the essential ingredients in Chinese cuisine, including herbs, spices, sauces, oils, rice, noodles, and vegetables. Meats are used in small amounts, while a wide variety of vegetables, such as Chinese cabbage,...