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Maya Angelou’s Early Life: Finding Her Voice
This video explores the early life of Maya Angelou, from her challenging childhood in segregated Stamps, Arkansas, to becoming the first African-American cable car conductor in San Francisco. It highlights her journey of overcoming...
Wonderscape
Youth Leading Social Justice Movements
Explore the inspiring journeys of young activists like Thandiwe Abdullah, Amanda Gorman, Malala Yousafzai, and Emma Gonzalez, who are at the forefront of movements such as Black Lives Matter, education reform, and gun control. These...
PBS
The Wicked Feline Murder Floof, a Yule Cat Story
Christmas isn’t just a time for presents, cookies, and holiday cheer, but the hunting period of Iceland’s murderous monster feline, the Yule Cat. This giant, fluffy cat towers over buildings, roaming the snowy countryside for human...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is A Shape Poem?
This video is answering the question of what is a shape poem.
Great Big Story
Lenny Lipton's journey from puff the magic dragon to 3D cinema
Explore Lenny Lipton's multifaceted career, from writing the iconic song "Puff the Magic Dragon" to inventing 3D cinema technology.
Great Big Story
The Enigmatic Quest for Forrest Fenn's Hidden Treasure
Dive into the captivating story of Forrest Fenn's treasure, hidden in the Rockies, and the adventurers dedicated to uncovering it, guided by his cryptic poem.
Curated Video
Solving Unfamiliar Words
Mr. Griot reads the poem “What A Surprise!” and identifies words that are unfamiliar. He models how to use context clues and a dictionary to figure out the definitions of those words.
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The Shape Poem
Mr. Griot reviews the elements of a shape poem and reads I. C. Nightly’s “My Good Friend the Moon.” He brainstorms ideas for writing a shape poem.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Frederick Joseph - "Notes From Therapy" - We Alive, Beloved: Poems
"Notes from Therapy" by Frederick Joseph is a reflective poem exploring the journey of self-discovery and personal growth. It delves into the idea of being bruised by the world, retreating, and then embracing the possibilities of...
Curated Video
The Whisper of the Woods
I shot this on location in the UK's New Forest National Park, a haven of wild heaths and ancient woodlands, sheltering an oasis of wildlife. I visit the woods quite often - once a week, if I'm able - but year by year I can see the...
Curated Video
A Midsummer Night's Dream 3.2 Interview: Oberon and Puck pt 2
In this continuation of the interview with Oberon and Puck from Act 3, Scene 2 of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," the focus is on the consequences of Puck's misapplication of the love potion. The video delves into discussions about the...
Curated Video
William Shakespeare: The Surprisingly Uplifting Sonnet 30
Mr. Griot introduces the sonnets of William Shakespeare by reading Sonnet 30 and discussing the meaning of the text as well as the theme of the poem.
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Robert Frost: American Poet
Students discover facts about the famous poet, Robert Frost, as Mr. Griot reads and discusses a brief biography.
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Oh, How My Tree Inspires Me
Mr. Griot reviews figurative language and writes an original poem. He uses the poem to identify examples of simile, metaphor, idioms, personification, and alliteration.
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Julius Caesar 3.3 Interview: Cinna the Poet
In this video, a mix-up leads to a humorous yet tense situation where Cinna the poet is mistaken for Cinna the conspirator. As he tries to explain his identity and defend his innocence, the misunderstanding escalates, highlighting the...
Curated Video
Write and Recite Poetry
A video entitled "Write and Recite Poetry" which explores using expression to perform poetry.
Bedtime History
O Captain, My Captain By Walt Whitman
Listen to the famous American poem about the death of Abraham Lincoln and the poet who wrote it.
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Stephanie Burt - We Are Mermaids: Poems " "
Stephanie Burt is a literary critic and poet at Harvard University. In this video, she introduces and reads a poem from her latest book "We Are Mermaids," which features a blend of imaginative elements with real-world identities. The...
Wonderscape
The Sounds of Language: Exploring Onomatopoeia
This video delves into the figure of speech onomatopoeia, where words imitate the sounds they describe. It showcases various examples, from the clacking of shoes to the chimes in poems, illustrating how onomatopoeia enhances descriptive...
Wonderscape
Tone and Mood: Crafting the Emotional Landscape of a Story
This video dives into the concepts of tone and mood in storytelling, crucial elements that shape a reader's emotional response. It guides viewers through identifying tone and mood in narratives, emphasizing their roles in creating a...
Curated Video
Solitude and Intensity: the Romantic Style of Emily Dickinson
Emily Dickinson's poetry frequently incorporates the color white, not as a symbol of purity or innocence, but as an emblem of intense emotion and passion, exemplified by her use of "white heat" as a metaphor for the soul's fervor....
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Themes and Symbolism in Emily Dickinson's Poems
Emily Dickinson's late poetry often reflects themes of volcanic emotions and explosive psychological states, suggesting a deeply turbulent inner life. Some speculate that Dickinson's reclusiveness and intense emotional expressions in her...
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is Personification?
This video is answering the question of what is personification.