Decking out your pets with miniature hats is a sure recipe for a great photo. But scientists are accessorizing animals with various technological trinkets to help us learn more about the animals themselves and the places they live.

This week on the SciShow Talk Show Haley Hanson joins us from Ecology Project International to talk about how they bring high school students into the field to help with research and learn about ecology and conservation. Then Jessi from...

How do we build a society without fossil fuels? using her native Costa Rica as an example of positive action on environmental protection and renewables, climate advocate Monica Araya outlines a bold vision for a world committed to clean...

Statistician Nic Marks asks why we measure a nation's success by its productivity -- instead of by the happiness and well-being of its people. He introduces the Happy Planet Index, which tracks national well-being against resource use...

What's the best country to live in? Is it the one with the best food? The longest life expectancy? The best weather? For the past 70 years, most governments have relied heavily on a single number: the Gross Domestic Product, or GDP. But...

Can we end hunger and poverty, halt climate change and achieve gender equality in the next 15 years? The governments of the world think we can. Meeting at the uN in September 2015, they agreed to a new set of Global Goals for the...

A unique ecosystem of plants, birds and monkeys thrives in the treetops of the rainforest. Nalini Nadkarni explores these canopy worlds -- and shares her findings with the world below, through dance, art and bold partnerships.

In December 1910, the exiled former leader Manuel Bonilla boarded a borrowed yacht and set sail for Honduras in hopes of reclaiming power by whatever means necessary. Bonilla had a powerful backer: the notorious organization known...

Today we’re going to talk about the forces that affect a country’s stability. We’ll take a closer look at Costa Rica, Venezuela, Cuba, and Brazil and examine how the cohesiveness of these Latin American countries varies dramatically even...

The ground beneath your feet is home to a massive, mysterious world of microbes -- some of which have been in the earth's crust for hundreds of thousands of years. What's it like down there? Take a trip to the volcanoes and hot springs...

Culture—that shared sense of attitudes, values, goals, and practices—impacts all human interactions, including those in business. Gain perspective on how culture impacts international business communications and operations in Latin...

Mexico is one of the most populous countries in the world. At four times the size of Spain, it’s one of the largest. Geographically, it’s also one of the most diverse countries. It includes nearly every geological formation found in the...

Howcast - Learn five cool facts about red-eyed tree frogs from reptile and amphibian expert Jungle Bob in this Howcast video.

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This isn't a trip to the zoo! Darley takes you to the best places on the planet to observe wild animals, from Alaska to Africa.

Some of the most romantic places on the planet to enjoy sunsets from Hawaii to Costa Rica to Africa.

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In the deep blue waters off Costa Rica, Coyote, Mario, and Trent take on a grueling fishing challenge... Each has a goal: Mario sets out to catch the powerful roosterfish Trent battles to hook a mighty tuna Coyote sets his sights on the...

Pupil outcome: I can identify the advantages and disadvantages of renewable sources of energy, and form an opinion about their relative merits. Key learning points: - Renewable sources of energy include solar, wind, wave and tidal...

Pupil outcome: I can calculate the area of shapes made from 2 or more rectangles. Key learning points: - To find the area of a rectangle you multiply the length by the width. - Compare different methods to decompose shapes and decide...

Pupil outcome: I can identify a whole and the parts that make it up. Key learning points: - If __ is the whole then __ is part of the whole. - You know what the whole is and can identify a part of the whole. - The whole can be different...

Discover the rich and fascinating history of Costa Rica in this video! From its early indigenous civilizations to European exploration, Costa Rica has a unique story to tell. Learn how Christopher Columbus arrived on its shores in 1502...

In this video, Max the Monkey teaches us about the power of humor and laughter. Through a heartwarming story about a boy named Jose Daniel who discovers the joy of laughter, Max emphasizes the importance of understanding and respecting...

Lapa Rios eco-lodge invests in the local community by funding education for staff's children and building schools. Discover the stories of Lima and her son Davis, and learn about the lodge's commitment to conservation and sustainable...