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Exploring the World of Communication and Good Manners
In this video, Nova, a friendly character from outer space, takes kids on an adventure to learn about communication and good manners. Nova explains the importance of words and how they can make us feel different emotions. The video also...
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Who Wrote the Bible? Episode 7: Daniel & Revelation
Who Wrote the Bible? Episode 7: Daniel & Revelation
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Birds of Prey: Exploring the World of Diurnal Raptors and Vultures
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of diurnal birds of prey, focusing on vultures. We learn about their unique characteristics, such as their exceptional camouflage, razor-sharp claws, and keen sense of sight. Despite their...
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Fabulous Beasts: Exploring the World of Tiny Creatures in Larger-Than-Life Art
The Fabulous Beasts exhibition at London's Natural History Museum combines art and science by enlarging tiny creatures to human size using modern scientific methods. Photographer Giles Revelt explores the natural engineering and...
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Only In China 4 - Jellyfish Extravaganza at Ocean Park
Jellyfish Extravaganza at Ocean Park:South Asia's largest collection of jellyfish captivates visitors with over a thousand sea jellies and a colorful light show at the marine-based Ocean Park.
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How the Great Depression Fueled the Myth of the Loch Ness Monster
The Loch Ness Monster, or "Nessie," gained global attention in the 1930s, coinciding with the Great Depression, a time when people craved escapism. Reports of sightings, such as those by three anglers in 1930 and a detailed account...
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The Origins of the Loch Ness Monster
Loch Ness, the largest lake along Scotland's Great Glen, is famously known for its legendary resident, the Loch Ness Monster, or "Nessie." Described as having a small head, long neck, and flippers, the creature's legend dates back to a...
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The Enduring Legend of the Loch Ness Monster
The infamous "Surgeon's Photograph" of the Loch Ness Monster, taken in 1934, greatly boosted the legend's popularity. The photo made Nessie a cultural icon and international tourist attraction. Despite later information that proved the...
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Trolls in the 20th Century
At the turn of the 20th century, trolls transitioned from fairy tales into novels, most notably in science fiction and fantasy. J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings series brought trolls into the mainstream, where they...
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The Return of Trolls in Folklore and Literature
As science and formal education spread, belief in trolls began to fade until a resurgence of folklore interest in the 19th century. Danish author Hans Christian Andersen included trolls in his fairy tales, and Norwegian illustrators like...
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The Significance of Trolls in Medieval and Scandanavian History
Since the publication of troll sagas in the Middle Ages, these mythical creatures have continued to captivate popular imagination, particularly in Scandinavian countries. Medieval Norwegian law even recognized the existence of trolls,...
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Trolls: From Folklore to Social Media
Modern trolls, lurking on social media, harass and antagonize others while concealing their identities are much like their ancient counterparts who hid in dark, isolated spaces. Rooted in Scandinavian folklore, trolls originally...
Weird History
Surprisingly Plausible Real-Life Explanations For Mythical Creatures
Creatures like the narwhal, okapi, and Komodo dragon are on the short list of mythical creatures proven real. Yet, while scientifically interesting, these examples aren't in the realm of more fanciful and legendary animals like unicorns,...
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Understanding The 8 Times Table
Understanding the 8 times table! In this video, we’ll explore patterns, use a number line, and discover real-life examples that make learning multiplication meaningful and fun. This approach focuses on understanding—not memorization....
Science ABC
How Do Deep Sea Fish Survive the Extreme Pressure?
Fishes survive underwater pressure as they do not breathe through their lungs. Therefore, they do not have air pockets that can be compressed due to the high pressures. However, fish arent the only creatures found at such incredible...
Science ABC
Do Goldfish Only Have a 3-Second Memory?
The minuscule 3-second memory of goldfish is a myth. Though we dont know where this myth came from, we do know that goldfish have much longer memories, significantly longer than a few seconds. A study conducted by researchers at the...
Science ABC
Arachnophobia: Why Are People Scared of Spiders?
The emotion a spider elicits is not just fear but a combination of fear, disgust, and creepiness. Psychologists reckon that we have evolved to feel disgust or revulsion to prevent us from consuming or contacting things that might be a...
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Oceans: The Deep Blue
Marine species have developed weird and wonderful adaptations to allow them to live at depths far below where sunlight can reach. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. Over 200m below the surface of the sea, photosynthesis no longer...
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How Did Fish Evolve?
Journey through the evolution of fish, from the first vertebrate to the fish species that would eventually evolve to crawl onto land. Biology - Animal Kingdom - Learning Points. The first fish was called Haikouichthys, and it evolved in...
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J.R.R. Tolkien for Kids
Learn more about the author of The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings and the creator of the Middle Earth universe.
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History of Dragons for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn more about the history of these mythical, fearsome creatures across many cultures throughout time.
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Classic Monsters of Halloween for Kids | Halloween | Bedtime History
Learn all about the history and legends of classic monsters such as Frankenstein, Dracula, Mummies, and Werewolves.
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Whales and Dolphins For Kids | Bedtime History
Get ready for an unforgettable journey into the enchanting realm of whales and dolphins! In this mesmerizing video, we plunge beneath the waves to discover the fascinating lives of these majestic marine mammals. From the awe-inspiring...
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Experiencing the Acid Spray of a Violin Beetle
On this adventure, Mark is in Thailand tracking down the acid-spraying Violin Beetle! Will he be able to find this bizarre insect? And is it as dangerous as the legends say? Watch to find out!