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Curated Video
Tropical and temperate rainforests
Pupil outcome: You can explain what a rainforest is, describe the distribution of tropical and temperate rainforests, and make comparisons between these two rainforest types. Key learning points: - The rainforest is a type of environment...
Science ABC
Why Are the Tropics Hotter than The Equator?
The hottest parts of the world do not lie on the Equator (as our assumption would suggest) but rather around the tropics, i.e., the areas that lie above and below the Equator. Whats the reason behind this? The answer to this question...
Curated Video
Temperate zones
The regions of the Earth in between the Tropic of Cancer and arctic circle in the northern hemisphere, and the Tropic of Capricorn and Antarctica in the south, that have less extreme temperatures than the poles and equatorial...
Curated Video
Why Are the Tropics Hotter than The Equator?
The hottest parts of the world do not lie ‘on’ the Equator (as our assumption would suggest) but rather around the tropics, i.e., the areas that lie above and below the Equator. What’s the reason behind this? The answer to this question...
PBS
The Fiery History of Banned Books (Feat. Princess Weekes)
Since at least 213 BCE, book burnings have been a reaction to the power of the written word. When roasting paper in a giant circle went out of style (at least in the intellectual sphere), the governments would take it upon itself to ban...
Ancient Lights Media
Understanding Equinoxes and Solstices
Planets Set: 5. This clip examines the astronomical events behind equinoxes and solstices.
Ancient Lights Media
India: Introduction
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip introduces the cultures and geography of India.
Other
Globes and Maps Compared
Discusses what maps and globes are, the advantages and disadvantages of each, and key vocabulary. [8:48]