Instructional Video5:43
TED-Ed

TED-Ed: The dark history of bananas | John Soluri

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In December 1910, the exiled former leader Manuel Bonilla boarded a borrowed yacht and set sail for Honduras in hopes of reclaiming power by whatever means necessary. Bonilla had a powerful backer: the notorious organization known...
Instructional Video5:38
Curated Video

Puerto Rico: History, Culture, and Nature

6th - Higher Ed
Embracing the Caribbean Splendor of Puerto Rico:Finally, we will end our tour in one of the most beautiful landscapes of the Caribbean, the Island of Puerto Rico, a place also rich in history and culture.
Instructional Video5:26
Curated Video

The History and Beauty of Curacao

6th - Higher Ed
Curaçao, Antilles:"Before we finish, we will fly to the island of Curaçao, in the Antilles to immerse ourselves in the crystalline blue of the Caribbean Sea, and we will go to the Blue Rim, a very popular attraction for divers of all...
Instructional Video7:01
Curated Video

Panama: Birds, History, and the Panama Canal

6th - Higher Ed
Discovering the Isthmus of Panama:Our next adventure takes us across continents to the Isthmus of Panama, home to the renowned Panama Canal. Explore this vital waterway, offering a gateway to maritime, commercial, and financial services....
Instructional Video5:00
Curated Video

Festivals of the World: NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The Notting Hill Carnival is a vibrant and lively event that takes place in London on the August bank holiday. It was founded to overcome racial tensions and has grown into a celebration of cultural diversity. With colorful costumes,...
Instructional Video5:52
TMW Media

Why Belize is a tourist hotspot

K - 5th
Un-Belizable! We're off on a Central American Mayan excursion on this episode of Travel Thru History! Belize City, is a popular tropical hotspot on the coast of the country of Belize. Belize is considered the heartland of the Maya...
Instructional Video6:16
Curated Video

Barbados and Martinique: Tropical Paradise and Cultural Blend

6th - Higher Ed
Barbados and Martinique, Caribbean:"Our last destination of the day will be the Caribbean islands of Barbados, where we will make a catamaran cruise, visit the capital Bridgetown and finally move to Martinique, home to some incredible...
Instructional Video5:56
Curated Video

Exploring Belize: From Ancient Mayan Ruins to the Great Blue Hole

6th - Higher Ed
South America:We’re going to South America to see one of the largest cenotes in the world. This Great Blue Hole is part of the Belize Barrier Reef Reserve System. We’ll know the ruins of the monuments of the ancient Mayan civilization...
Instructional Video2:20
Curated Video

The Story of American Barbecue

9th - Higher Ed
Today, barbecue is a big part of American culture. But did you know that this staple of the great American menu is actually older than the United States itself?
Instructional Video2:46
Curated Video

Human trafficking: the modern day slave trade

9th - 11th
Average price of a slave 200 years ago: $40,000. Average price of a slave now: $90. Check out our special slideshow on human trafficking on href='http://www.trust.org/slideshow/?id=0ef2566c-f18b-4b4e-9562-c3b35b34d6d8' target='_blank'...
Instructional Video6:05
Curated Video

Exploring the Volcanoes and Natural Wonders of Costa Rica

6th - Higher Ed
Costa Rica:"We begin our trip in Central America to immerse ourselves in the heat of Costa Rica through its volcanoes, its beaches, and its people, and we will make an extreme hiking tour that lasts approximately 10 hours, to reach the...
Instructional Video6:03
Curated Video

The Beauty of Colombia: From Cartagena to Bogota and Beyond

6th - Higher Ed
Cultural and Scenic Marvels in Colombia:"We will cross the ocean to Colombia and take a cable car to reach the top of Cerro Monserrate, where we will find one of the largest monasteries and we will have the best view of the city of...