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Maglev Trains
Why using magnets, not wheels, allows this train to defy gravity and reach record speeds without an engine. Physics - Electricity And Circuits - Learning Points. The Maglev train in China does not have an engine. Instead it uses...
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A Global Village
An insight into Marshall McLuhan's theory of "the global village", and the impacts of improving global communications networks, both good and bad. Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. The term 'Global Village' was coined...
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Traffic Congestion
As car ownership increases around the world, so does global traffic congestion. What are the social and economic impacts of congestion, and what action can be taken to lessen the problem? Human Geography - A Changing World - 50 million...
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Quarrying: Impacts
Quarries are found all over the world, providing employment and boosting local economies. What are the various economic, social and environmental impacts? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Globally, rock such as granite, marble...
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Rural Deprivation
Rural deprivation is when rural areas suffer a lack of resources, amenities or jobs. This can have a widespread effect on the economic status of these areas and the development of a country as a whole. Human Geography - Orientation And...
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The Most Populous Country
When will India overtake China as the world's most populous country? Maths - Number A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s math films show abstract concepts in action in the real world.
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Chinese Development of Maths
Chinese maths developed independently of the West – but with similar outcomes. Discover the parallels between East and West, and why it appears that Chinese mathematicians often got there first. Maths - History Of Maths A Twig Math Film....
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India: Curbing Population Growth
Indian governments have implemented different policies to try to curb the country's growing population. Which has been most successful and why? Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. India's population is one of the...
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Could Climate Change Your Life?
Wherever you live, climate change could affect you. Discover how the predicted changes could affect peoples around the globe. Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. Global atmospheric patterns are causing concern, as...
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The Moon and Spring Tides
How the Moon affects daily tides and drives extreme spring tides, when the Sun and Moon align. Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. The Moon creates and controls the tides. Its gravitational pull causes ocean water to bulge...
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China's Mass Migration
The largest mass migration in the world is taking place, as Chinese farmers flock from their rural homes to urban areas. But their search for better standards of living does not always turn out as they'd hoped... Human Geography -...
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The Emperor's Chess Board
The legend of the inventor who asked to be granted grains of rice for each square of a chess board, exponentially. And why his wish could not be fulfilled... Maths - Number A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by...
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Strengthening the Bank of China
The Bank of China Towers in Hong Kong were once Asia's tallest buildings. To stabilise the structure, the strongest shape was used... the triangle. Maths - Shape A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the...
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Longitude and latitude – Odd one out
Four countries are shown, but which is the odd one out? People and places - Mapping - Latitude and longitude A Twig Tidbit Film - Odd one out. The children have to work out which of four images is the odd one out.
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Shanghai's mass migration
Visit Shanghai, the city with the largest population in the world, home to over 23 million people. People and places - Human geography - Moving around Learning Points People often move from rural areas to urban areas to find better paid...
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Journey of a river
Discover where the Yangtze river, one of the longest rivers in the world, begins its 6000km journey. People and places -Physical geography - Rivers Learning Points Rivers develop along a course, which begins at the source and ends at the...
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The Lion's roar, preserving culture through dance
Explore the significance of lion dancing in Chinatown, symbolizing tradition and community spirit, and the dedication required to master this art.
Great Big Story
Exploring the ancient rock carvings of Dazu, China's cultural treasure
Discover the ancient rock carvings of Dazu in Chongqing, China, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing over 60,000 figures from Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
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Marco Polo For Kids
Learn about Marco Polo, the Italian merchant, who traveled Asia to become one of the earliest European explorers to learn about its culture and people and return to write about it.
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History of Unicorns | Bedtime History
Learn about the history of these mythical creatures and how they came to fill the imagination of many cultures across the world!
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Han Dynasty for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about China's ancient past and the rise and fall of the Han Dynasty.
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Lunar and Chinese New Year for Kids | Bedtime History
Step into the vibrant world of Chinese culture with an in-depth exploration of the fascinating history of Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival. Spanning thousands of years, this annual celebration is steeped in tradition,...
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The Great Wall of China: Built to Last
Discover the history and scale of the Great Wall of China, stretching over 13,000 miles across rugged terrain. Learn about its construction, purpose, and how it has served as a symbol of strength and resilience throughout the centuries....
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Discovering Europe and Asia
Explore the diverse cultures and landmarks of Europe, from the European Union to the tiny Vatican City. Learn about Asia's vast population, impressive cities, towering mountains like Mount Everest, and iconic sites like the Great Wall of...