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Geography Terms and Tools
Dr. Forrester teaches about landforms and bodies of water that cover the earth. She tells about how globes, maps, and atlases are ways to identify those landforms and bodies of water.
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Wet + Land = Wetland
Dr. Forrester explains the importance of wetlands and what they provide to humans and other living things.
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Surviving the Elements
Dr. Forrester teaches about how animals deal with their environments and adapt to a variety of influences.
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When Did Humans Start Shaving and Why?
Although the exact timeline of shaving isn’t clear, most experts and found artifacts suggest that shaving has been around since approximately 100,000 BC, when cavemen would eliminate hair from their body by pulling them out one at a...
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Mildred Cohn: Trailblazing Biochemist
Mildred Cohn shattered gender and religious barriers to revolutionize biochemistry, developing techniques with far-reaching applications in medicine and agriculture.
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Hamlet 3.1 Word Nerd: Shuffle
This video explores the phrase "this mortal coil" from Shakespeare's "Hamlet," detailing its vivid imagery and meanings. The video explains the various meanings of "shuffle" and "coil" in Shakespeare's time, enhancing the viewer's...
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Why Aren't Angels Scary Anymore?
As beings that mediate between heaven and earth, angels have been the focus of both fascination and fear for centuries. In the past, they’ve been described as fireballs, forms without substance, or massive beings that collect blood or...
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Are Cyborgs Really Monsters?
Advances in technology are always met with some degree of technophobia – and villainization. Anxieties about humans being replaced by machines immediately emerged alongside voices praising their life-enhancing benefits. What is it about...
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Review for You:Compare and Contrast Essay
Mr. Griot reviews the definitions of the words compare and contrast and discusses the steps to take when planning, organizing, and writing a comparison and contrast essay.
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Al the Alpaca's Christmas Adventure at the North Pole
Join Yoga Guppy for a magical yoga adventure with Al the alpaca and Santa at the North Pole. Through fun poses and storytelling, children will engage their bodies and minds while learning about friendship, problem-solving, and the spirit...
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Animal Categories
“Animal Categories” gives examples of warm-blooded and cold-blooded animals and discusses how scientists group animals based on the animals’ characteristics.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.1.84 Word Nerd: Purple Grain
Before the advent of modern chemistry in the 19th century, one of the most unusual natural coloring agents was a red dye made by grinding up the bodies of insects living on cacti in Central America. This dye was known as "purple in...
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Extreme Human Bodies: Unbelievable Facts Revealed
This fascinating and eye-opening video delves into the most extreme and underrated facts about our bodies. From the surprising number of blinks we make in a year to the incredible amount of saliva we produce in a lifetime, this video...
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Uncovering Mysteries of Early Humans in the Atapuerca Mountains
The discovery of ancient hominin bones in Northern Spain's Atapuerca Mountains has significantly pushed back the timeline for human arrival in Europe to about 1.2 million years ago, predating previous estimates by around 500,000 years....
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Duck Anatomy and Adaptability: A Detailed Exploration
This video offers an in-depth look at ducks, focusing on their physical features and adaptations. It highlights their plumage, molting, waterproofing, and sensory abilities, along with their proficiency in swimming, diving, and flying....
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Discovering Ducks: A Journey into Their World and Adaptations
This video explores the fascinating world of ducks, examining their international presence, diverse habitats, and remarkable adaptability. It delves into their anatomy and behaviors, including impressive diving and migratory abilities,...
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Harnessing the Power of Beneficial Bacteria
Delve into the world of beneficial bacteria and their crucial role in our lives. Discover how these good bacteria aid in food digestion, help maintain a balanced digestive system, and even produce essential vitamins like vitamin K. Learn...
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Understanding Harmful Bacteria: Causes, Prevention, and Effects
Explore the world of harmful bacteria and their potential to make us sick. Learn about pathogens, foodborne illnesses, skin infections, and how to protect yourself from the effects of these bad bacteria. Discover the importance of proper...
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Hibernation: Nature's Winter Survival Strategy
This video delves into the fascinating world of animal hibernation, explaining how and why various species, including mammals, amphibians, and invertebrates, enter this dormant state. It covers the concepts of hibernation and estivation,...
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Diving Into Aquatic Biomes: From Coral Reefs to Freshwater Ecosystems
This video takes viewers on a journey through aquatic biomes, covering both marine and freshwater environments. It explores the adaptations and diversity of life in these habitats, from the colorful coral reefs and their resident species...
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The Journey of Elephants: From Birth to Death in the Wild
This video explains the life cycle of elephants, highlighting their growth, behavior, and social structures. It covers the challenges and milestones from the vulnerable early days of a calf, through adolescence, to adulthood, and the...
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DDT Pollution: History, Consequences, and Ongoing Challenges
Learn about the discovery and usage of DDT as an insecticide, its toxic nature, and the environmental impact it had. Discover how DDT contamination persists in our oceans, its connection to industrial practices, and the current efforts...