Curated Video
History of Lin Manuel Miranda for Kids
Get to know Lin-Manuel Miranda, the talented writer, actor, and musician who created the hit musicals Hamilton and In the Heights. He turned history and culture into exciting stage performances that people all over the world enjoy. Lin...
Curated Video
History of Computer Science Made Easy
Discover how computer science began—from early calculators and codes to the powerful computers we use today. Meet key thinkers like Ada Lovelace and Alan Turing, and learn how programming, algorithms, and problem-solving led to the...
Curated Video
Eleanor Roosevelt for Kids
Eleanor Roosevelt was one of the most important women in American history. In this video, you’ll learn how she helped people and made a big difference in the world. She was the First Lady when her husband, Franklin D. Roosevelt, was...
Curated Video
Cesar Chavez
Meet Cesar Chavez, a leader who stood up for farmworkers and changed history. In this easy-to-understand video, you’ll learn how Cesar Chavez grew up working in the fields and saw how unfair life was for many farmworkers. He believed in...
Curated Video
Babe Ruth: The Home Run King
Step up to the plate and meet Babe Ruth, one of baseball’s greatest legends! Known for his big personality and powerful swing, Babe Ruth changed the game forever. He started as a pitcher but became a record-breaking slugger with the New...
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Abraham Lincoln's Childhood & Rise to the Presidency for Kids
Discover how Abraham Lincoln rose from humble beginnings to become the 16th President of the United States. This video explores Lincoln’s early life, his work as a lawyer in Illinois, and his growing passion for politics. Learn about his...
Bedtime History
Women of Ancient Egypt
Discover the powerful and fascinating world of women in ancient Egypt. This video explores the roles, rights, and daily lives of Egyptian women, from queens like Cleopatra and Nefertiti to priestesses, doctors, and workers. Learn how...
Bedtime History
Winston Churchill for Kids
Who was Winston Churchill, and why is he one of the most famous leaders in history? In this video, we explore the life and legacy of Britain’s wartime prime minister. Learn how Churchill led the United Kingdom through World War II with...
Curated Video
Improve Your English Grammar - When to Use Make vs Do
Are you struggling to know when to use make vs do? Let me help you to improve your English grammar with my guide.
Curated Video
Math Coach Corner - How to Solve Word Problems Using the Percent Equation
In today's Math Coach Corner, Mrs. C shows you exactly how to tackle percent word problems using the easy-to-follow percent equation: percent × whole = part. You'll learn how to diagram the word problems clearly, plug values into the...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Khatchig Mouradian - Teachers Make a Difference - Hasmig Najarian and Debórah Dwork
Khatchig Mouradian grew up during the Lebanese Civil War, often taking refuge in bomb shelters and facing frequent school disruptions. During this turbulent time, the school library became his intellectual sanctuary, and the...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Jacob Rice - Why I Teach
Jacob Rice, a high school English teacher in Northeast Philadelphia, reflects on his journey into education and the disparities he observed growing up. Teaching near both the Philadelphia public school he attended and the wealthier Lower...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Riana Elyse Anderson - Drop Kicking Racism
Dr. Riana Elyse Anderson is a clinical and community psychologist and an associate professor at Columbia University’s School of Social Work. She focuses on the mental health impacts of racism on Black youth and families, using racial...
Professor Dave Explains
Current Philosophy Part 1: Ethics and Critical Theory
After studying the history of philosophy and logic for quite some time, we have finally made it to present day. What are some important topics in current philosophy? Let's begin to answer this question by first examining ethics, and...
Great Big Story
How Your Awkward Teen Years Are Shaping History
Explore how the challenges and growth during your teen years contribute to shaping history and personal success.
Great Big Story
The Canadian town that opened its doors on 9/11
Discover the heartwarming story of Gander, Newfoundland, where residents welcomed thousands of stranded passengers on 9/11.
Weird History
The Rise and Fall of Saturday Morning Cartoons
Saturday mornings used to be sacred animation time. Generations of kids, fueled by bowls of sugary cereal (likely advertised during their Saturday TV sessions), flocked to screens for a binge-worthy block of cartoon programming - whether...
Wonderscape
Saying More with Less in Poetry
Density in poetry refers to how much meaning is conveyed in a small amount of space. Gwendolyn Brooks’ We Real Cool and Muhammad Ali’s Me, We demonstrate how few words can carry deep significance, capturing entire stories, emotions, and...
Wonderscape
The Rhythm of Poetry
Rhythm in poetry refers to the beat and pace that give a poem its musicality and flow. Gwendolyn Brooks' We Real Cool exemplifies rhythm through its jazz-like cadence, repetition, and stressed syllables, making the poem feel almost like...
Makematic
The Indian Appropriation Acts
The Appropriations Acts of 1851 and 1871 led to the creation of government-run boarding schools, where hundreds of thousands of Indigenous children were forcibly assimilated into White society.
Makematic
Common Good
The common good is at the heart of all healthy communities, and is supported by community rules that promote fairness and safety for all.
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Being a Citizen of the U.S.
The word "citizen" can have more than one meaning, referring to both membership in a country and being an active, responsible part of a community.
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Civic Virtues
The world is filled with people who make our communities happier, safer, and fairer for everyone. These people have good qualities like kindness, courage, and respect, known as civic virtues.
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Empathy
Everyone can make the world a better place - by treating each other with empathy. In this video, learn why this civic virtue is important in a community.