Scientists have used a bacteria that commonly infects us to track how ancient humans spread to the Americas from Siberia. And other scientists have discovered a new species of hyrax in the forests of Africa by listening to their barks...

In which John Green teaches you about the Indus Valley Civilization, one of the largest of the ancient civilizations. John teaches you the who, how, when, where and why of the Indus Valley Civilization, and dispenses advice on how to be...

In which John Green teaches you about the Indus Valley Civilization, one of the largest of the ancient civilizations. John teaches you the who, how, when, where and why of the Indus Valley Civilization, and dispenses advice on how to be...

Discover the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt's Old Kingdom in this video. Learn about the time when powerful pharaohs ruled, and massive pyramids like the Great Pyramid of Giza were built. Explore daily life along the Nile River, the...

Discover the mysteries of ancient Egypt through the iconic pyramids, tombs of pharaohs, and the enigmatic Sphinx. Unravel the secrets of life and death in this ancient civilization by exploring the intricately painted walls and artifacts...

Nile River Valley Civilization examines how the Nile River Valley Civilization was able to flourish by analyzing the benefits of its location.

A Victorian Egyptologist explains who the Egyptians were, when the era began and key points about this amazing civilization.

In which John Green returns to teaching World History! This week, we'll be talking about the idea of civilization, some of the traditional hallmarks of so-called civilization, and why some people would choose to live outside the...

Explore the fascinating world of the Indus River Valley Civilization—one of the earliest and most advanced ancient civilizations in human history. In this easy-to-understand video, you'll learn about the cities of Mohenjo-Daro and...

The history of India is deeply intertwined with its geography, particularly in the fertile plains of the Indus and Ganges rivers, where the heart of ancient Indian civilization thrived. Despite the passage of time, these lands continue...

This video explores the significance of the Nile River in ancient Egypt, highlighting its role in providing water, food, transportation, and fertile soil for the civilization to thrive. It also touches upon the measurement of rivers by...

Discover what daily life was like in Ancient Egypt! This video explores how Egyptian people lived, worked, and spent their time over 3,000 years ago. Learn about farming along the Nile River, the role of scribes and craftsmen, the...

For a long time humans were hunter-gatherers. But at a certain point, human civilization began to flourish. This involved large cities of thousands of people, social stratification, trade specialization, and record-keeping. Agriculture...

A look at the Harappa Civilization for students taking World or Global History. Also great for flipping teachers and the cray cray on the internets.

For centuries, Italy was the center of civilization, with its capital in Rome, “the Eternal City”. The Romans created the largest empire the ancient world ever saw. Its influence extended outward and in time encompassed almost the entire...

The Indus River Valley Civilization was one of the main early Eastern civilizations, and of the most widespread. At its peak, its 1000+ cities spanned a huge area stretching from modern Afghanistan, through much of Pakistan, and into...

How ancient Egyptians society developed and flourished civilization by starting out a revolution to develop their economy. A look at their major contribution towards science and technology. Some facts about orgination of Giza Pyramids...

Battle of Kadesh, 1274 BC Clash of the Ancient Superpowers DOCUMENTARY

Discover the fascinating history of papyrus, one of the earliest forms of paper used by ancient civilizations like the Egyptians. In this video, we explore how papyrus was made from the papyrus plant, its role in writing and...

Along the Nile River, in what is now northern Sudan, lay the ancient civilization of Kush. Though they were once conquered by a powerful neighbor, the kings and queens of Kush would go on to successfully challenge two of the most...

In which John presents Mesopotamia, and the early civilizations that arose around the Fertile Crescent. Topics covered include the birth of territorial kingdoms, empires, Neo-Assyrian torture tactics, sacred marriages, ancient labor...

Join us as we explore the Nile River, the longest river in the world and one of the most important parts of ancient Egyptian civilization. In this video, you’ll learn how the Nile flows through Africa, including countries like Egypt and...

This short history video looks at the location of Giza and the Great Pyramid itself, built for King Khufu. It also explains why pyramids were built near to the river.

Kandake Amanirenas is one of the most celebrated rulers of the Ancient Kingdom of Kush, located in the region of Nubia, which we now know as Sudan. She ruled from 40BC to 10BC. Kandake - also known as Candace, Kendake or Kentake - was...