When exactly did we start drinking other things, and why? To find out, we have to look at the world’s oldest beverages – which might not be what you expect.

Amir Nizar Zuabi and Kristine McDivitt Tompkins discuss the power of art and conservation in addressing global challenges. Zuabi reflects on his projects, including the moving puppet Amal and "The Herds," which use beauty and...

Theater has the power to transform the most pressing issues of our time from news stories into human stories, says director and playwright Amir Nizar Zuabi. Recounting his work on the journey of Little Amal — a 13-foot puppet symbolizing...

Dinosaurs were social animals, moving in herds, hunting in packs, but could they dance?

Poop kind of stinks, but the stuff inside of poop can tell us a lot about the natural world.

Artist Theo Jansen demonstrates the amazingly lifelike kinetic sculptures he builds from plastic tubes and lemonade bottles. His creatures are designed to move -- and even survive -- on their own.

As a breeze blows through the savannah, a snake-shaped tube stretches into the air and scans the horizon like a periscope. But it's not seeing— it's sniffing. Containing no bones and an estimated 40,000 muscles, an elephant trunk is one...

Groups of animals have some really interesting names! Learn about them with Jessi and Squeaks!

This video explores the mysteries surrounding zebras and their unique striped coats. It discusses various theories about the purpose of these stripes, including camouflage, cooling systems, and fly deterrents. The video also highlights...

Lions are one of the most social big cats. Watch how lionesses hunt as a team to catch their prey. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. Female lions live together in prides. Male lions form coalitions that compete for possession...

The African elephant matriarch leads her herd hundreds of kilometres across the desert each year to find fresh food and water. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. During the dry season, African elephants must travel hundreds of...

Travel to the Fort Worth Stockyards and learn about the historic cattle drives.

Dr. Forrester talks about the Transcontinental Railroad and how it dramatically changed America. She then talks about those who settled in the Great Plains, including ranchers and farmers.

Deep at the heart of the great Kalahari lies a lush oasis like no other; a place of astounding beauty home to a great variety of wildlife. The Okavango delta. It is here where we have come to observe the incredible wildlife of Africa...

This video explores the historical coexistence of humans and wild animals in Africa, highlighting the challenges faced by early hunters and the subsequent impact of European exploration. It discusses the evolution of wildlife management...

This video explores five fun facts about giraffes.

This video is answering the question of do giraffes live in herds.

Season 1, Cattle Muster part 1. Brandon and Kayne head to the Outback for a hoof-thumping mission: to train as a Jackaroo and then muster about 40 head of cattle in the Megalong Valley. But before they begin their mission, they recieve a...

This clip explores the historical history, and some important cultural features of the Great Plains Region.

This live-action video program is about the word instincts. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word instincts through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful,...

Goulash, or guyas, is the national dish of Hungary. Learn how the dish was made in the 9th century and try a making a more modern goulash recipe.

Join us as we explore the story of the bison, once a dominant presence on the vast grasslands of North America. In this video, we delve into the history of these majestic creatures, their crucial role in Native American culture, and the...

This video is about elephants. It covers various topics including the size and physical characteristics of elephants, their evolution, anatomy and physiology, their social structure and behavior, and the conservation efforts being made...

Distance learning video about bison.