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Myths in Science and History: Newton, Franklin, and Enslavement
Discover the truths behind famous myths like Isaac Newton’s apple story and Benjamin Franklin’s kite experiment. Learn how these stories were exaggerated over time and find out how enslavement existed in all American colonies, not just...
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The Struggle for Black Land Ownership in America
Learn about the early history of Black land ownership in America, starting with Anthony Johnson, the first recorded Black landowner. Explore the impact of Special Field Order 15, the reversal of promises of "40 acres and a mule," and the...
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Columbus’s Third and Fourth Voyages: New Discoveries and Final Journeys
This video covers the third and fourth voyages of Christopher Columbus. His third voyage led him to the South American continent, though he didn’t realize it. On his final voyage, he explored Central America, facing harsh conditions and...
Curated Video
Why Do Ants Bump Into Each Other?
Ants touch each other head-on to identify and cooperate with other ants from their colonies. When two ants collide, they smell each other thoroughly to make sure that they belong to the same colony. Ants are surprisingly good at...
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Australian Wines: The Hamilton Family Legacy
On his 76th birthday, Syd decided to embark on a new chapter by making wine, continuing a family legacy that began with his ancestor Richard Hamilton, a pioneer settler in South Australia. Richard had started the family’s winemaking...
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The Sweet Art of Honey Making: Inside the Hive
Delve into the intricate process of honey making within the bustling honeybee hive. Learn how forager bees collect nectar from flowers, the transformation of nectar into honey through regurgitation and enzyme action, and the role of...
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Inside the Beehive: A Complex Society
Explore the intricate organization of honeybee hives, where thousands of bees work together in a bustling community. Learn about the three key members of the colony—the queen bee, female worker bees, and male drone bees—and their...
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The Inner Workings of an Ant Colony: Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships
Step inside the bustling world of an ant colony and uncover the specialized roles that each ant plays to ensure the survival of their community. From worker ants tirelessly gathering food to queen ants devoted to egg-laying, this video...
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Ant Anatomy 101: The Super Sensors and Structures of Ants
Explore the detailed anatomy of ants, from their exoskeletons and compound eyes to their fast-moving mandibles. This video highlights how ants use their six legs, antennae, and other body parts to sense, survive, and interact within...
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Exploring the World of Ants: Strength, Society, and Survival
Dive into the fascinating world of ants and discover why these tiny creatures are some of nature's most impressive engineers and survivors. From their incredible strength, capable of lifting 50 times their weight, to their complex social...
Brave Wilderness
BITTEN by Giant Soldier Ants!
Coyote ventures deep into the heart of Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula to get up close with one of the most complex, coordinated, and physically strong insect species on the planet... the leafcutter ant. These incredibly intelligent creatures...
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Columbus’s Second Voyage
Dr. Forrester talks about Columbus’s second voyage to the New World with seventeen ships and a thousand men.
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The Plymouth Colony and Colonial Life in the 1600s
Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Plymouth Colony and how difficult life must have been for the early settlers like the Pilgrims and the Puritans.
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Starving Time
Dr. Forrester tells about Pocahontas, Captain John Smith, and Captain John Rolfe.
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How the Thirteen Colonies Became Fifty States
Dr. Forrester tells the history of the thirteen colonies and how those original colonies became states. She tells the story of Jamestown, the first English settlement in the New World.
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The Buildup to the American Revolution
Dr. Forrester talks about taxation, religious freedom, and other important issues that led the colonists to break away from Great Britain.
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The Growth of a Nation
Dr. Forrester explains that the United States became a country in 1783 after seven hard fought years of the American Revolution. The original thirteen colonies became thirteen states. The United States grew to a total of fifty states as...
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British Wildlife: Bees
It’s springtime, meaning the garden is buzzing with the sound of bees, collecting pollen and nectar from a variety of flowers and blossom. They’re attracted to the bright colours and sweet smells of the flowers which rely on the bees to...
Brave Wilderness
Monster Ant Chews to the Bone!
It's time for the massive mandibles of the Leaf Cutter Ant to be put to the test! In this video, Mark takes us on an adventure in the jungles of Costa Rica as he tracks down, catches, and experiences the bite of the leaf cutter ant!...
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Wildlife of Richmond Park
Richmond Park is home to an abundance of wildlife, from majestic Red Deer to Stag Beetles. Explore the biodiversity of this incredible ecosystem, and join us as we look for wildlife in Richmond Park. Red deer certainly leave their mark...
Great Big Story
Working with Seals to Explore the Deep
Join Wes Larson and the UC Santa Cruz team for an exciting expedition to track and study elephant seals, revealing their crucial role in ocean research.
Curated Video
Daily Life in the Colonies
This video entitled “Daily Life in the Colonies” gives an overview of colonial life by exploring housing, food, work, and play.
Curated Video
How Pathogens and Poor Nutrition Affect Honey Bees
This segment delves into how pathogens, particularly the Deformed Wing Virus transmitted by Varroa mites, detrimentally affect honey bee health and their critical role in ecosystems. It illustrates the compounded risks bees face from...
Food Farmer Earth
Revolutionizing Beekeeping: The Tree Hive Approach
The Tree Hive Bees initiative explores returning bees to a more natural, elevated habitat to combat stressors like overcrowding and predators. By mimicking traditional tree hollows, including aspects like cavity size and the introduction...