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Iroquois Confederacy for Kids
The Iroquois Confederacy, also known as the Haudenosaunee or Five Nations, was one of the most powerful and influential Native American alliances in history. Formed by the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, and Seneca nations (later...
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History of Yosemite National Park
Yosemite is one of America’s most beautiful national parks—but it also has a rich history! In this episode, we’ll learn about the Native American tribes who lived in the Yosemite Valley for thousands of years. We’ll also discover how...
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History of Tulum Ruins | Cancun Mexico
Let’s travel to the ancient city of Tulum, on the coast of Mexico! Long ago, the Maya people built this city on a cliff overlooking the sea. In this episode, we’ll explore Tulum’s stone walls, pyramids, and watchtowers, and learn how it...
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History of the Nile River
Join us as we explore the Nile River, the longest river in the world and one of the most important parts of ancient Egyptian civilization. In this video, you’ll learn how the Nile flows through Africa, including countries like Egypt and...
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History of the First Thanksgiving
Travel back to 1621 and learn the story of the First Thanksgiving! After a hard winter, the Pilgrims at Plymouth and the Wampanoag people came together to share a harvest feast. We’ll explore how the Pilgrims survived with the help of...
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History of the American West | The Wild West
Saddle up! In this episode, we head to the American West during the 1800s, when pioneers traveled across the plains in wagons, looking for new land. We’ll learn what life was like on the frontier—what people ate, how they built homes,...
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Hanging Gardens of Babylon |Mesopotamia
Did the Hanging Gardens of Babylon really exist? In this video, we explore the mystery and legend behind one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Learn what ancient writers said about these amazing gardens—said to be built high on...
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French and Indian War |Seven Years War
The French and Indian War (1754–1763) was the North American part of the larger Seven Years’ War between Britain and France. This video explains the causes of the conflict, including competition over land, trade, and alliances with...
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Cyrus the Great for Kids | Persian Empire
Who was Cyrus the Great, and why is he remembered thousands of years later? This video introduces kids to the founder of the Persian Empire, known for his fairness, smart leadership, and a famous ancient document some call the first...
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Crazy Horse for Kids
Discover the story of Crazy Horse, the legendary Lakota war leader who fought to protect his people's land and way of life. This video explores his early life, his role in famous battles like the Battle of the Little Bighorn, and his...
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Costa Rica for Kids
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...
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Beowulf: The Monster Hunter
Beowulf is one of the oldest and most famous stories in English literature. In this video, we explore the epic tale of the brave warrior Beowulf, his fierce battles with monsters like Grendel and the dragon, and the important themes of...
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Aztec Empire for Kids | Tenochtitlán
Step into the world of the Aztecs, one of the greatest civilizations of ancient Mexico! The Aztecs built their capital city, Tenochtitlán, on a lake and filled it with temples, canals, and marketplaces. In this episode, we’ll learn how...
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Russian Revolution for Beginners | Lenin & The Bolsheviks
In this episode, we’ll explore the Russian Revolution—a time when people in Russia rose up to change their country. You’ll learn why many were unhappy with the king, or czar, and how workers and soldiers demanded a new way of life. We’ll...
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What was Manifest Destiny?
Learn about Manifest Destiny, the 19th-century belief that the United States was meant to expand across North America. This video covers the history behind the idea, key events like the Louisiana Purchase, the Oregon Trail, and the...
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Ziggurats for Kids | Babylon
What are ziggurats, and why did ancient people build them? In this video, we explore these giant, step-shaped temples found in ancient Mesopotamia. Learn how ziggurats were made from mud bricks and stacked in layers to reach toward the...
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What was the Louisiana Purchase?
Discover the story behind the Louisiana Purchase, one of the most important land deals in American history. In this video, we explain how the United States bought a huge amount of territory from France in 1803, doubling the size of the...
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How to Create and Use Probability Models | 7.SP.C.7 | Grade 7 Math 💚
In this math video lesson we will learn about probability models. We will define probability models as a mathematical description listing all possible outcomes of an event and their corresponding probabilities. We will understand that a...
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Plastic’s Toll on Ocean Life
As the East Australian Current flows past the remote and vibrant Lord Howe Island, it brings not only life-sustaining nutrients but also a threat—plastic pollution from faraway lands. While most seabird species on the island are thriving...
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How the Ocean Powers Life from Reef to Rainforest
The marine ecosystem intricately connects with life on land through processes like the production of DMS gas by algae, which seeds clouds and nourishes inland rainforests—rainforests that in turn return nutrients back to the sea. As...
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Mammals: the Adaptable Animal Family
Mammals are a warm-blooded family capable of living in every environment on Earth, from icy tundras to vast oceans. Characterized by fur or hair, live births, and nurturing their young, mammals range from land giants like elephants—led...
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Reptiles and Amphibias: the Cold-Blooded Animal Family
Reptiles and amphibians, cold-blooded families that have existed for over 350 million years, thrive in warm environments and near water. While reptiles like the saltwater crocodile rely on powerful instincts, scales, and sun-warmed blood...
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Birds: Caretakers of the Animal Kingdom
Birds are essential caretakers of the Animal Kingdom, consuming around 20 quadrillion insects annually and serving as natural pest controllers, seed dispersers, and scavengers. With over 10,000 species adapted to a variety of habitats,...
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The Gondwana Rainforests: Remnants of a Prehistoric World
The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia are living relics of a prehistoric world, remnants of ancient forests that once blanketed over half the Earth’s surface and are now preserved along Australia's east coast. In these sacred...