Instructional Video11:06
PBS

The Age of Reptiles in Three Acts

12th - Higher Ed
Reptiles emerged from the Paleozoic as humble creatures, but in time, they grew to become some of the largest forms of life ever to stomp, swim, and soar across the planet. This Age of Reptiles was a spectacular prehistoric epic, and it...
Instructional Video3:38
Curated Video

The Age of Dinosaurs: A Journey into the Mesozoic Era

3rd - 12th
This video provides a fascinating overview of dinosaurs, their reign on Earth for 165 million years, their diverse sizes and species, and their eventual extinction due to a combination of a meteorite impact and volcanic eruptions. It...
Instructional Video2:35
Curated Video

Preserving Endangered Species: The Frozen Ark Initiative

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The Frozen Ark initiative at London's Natural History Museum aims to preserve the genetic codes of endangered species by storing their living tissue. As thousands of animal species face the threat of extinction within the next few...
Instructional Video1:15
Curated Video

Only In Turkey 15 - Van Cats House

9th - Higher Ed
Van Cats House:A house becomes a home to around 100 endangered white cats, contributing to the conservation of the Van cat breed.
Instructional Video0:52
Curated Video

Biodiversity

6th - 12th
The variation of life forms within an ecosystem or across the planet. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...
Instructional Video0:51
Curated Video

Earth: The Third Planet in Our Solar System

6th - 12th
The planet we live on is the third of the four rocky planets in our Solar System. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary...
Instructional Video1:22
Curated Video

Factpack: Endangered Species

6th - 12th
Where in the world are there an estimated 12,000 captive tigers? Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the...
Instructional Video1:04
Curated Video

Extinction: The Permanent Loss of a Species

6th - 12th
The disappearance of a species so that it is lost forever. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce...
Instructional Video0:59
Curated Video

Endangered

6th - 12th
An endangered species is one that is at risk of extinction. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce...
Instructional Video3:00
Curated Video

A History of Mass Extinctions

6th - 12th
The cause and impacts of the five mass extinction events in Earth's history, and predictions for a sixth which could end human life. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. Is Earth experiencing its six mass extinction, as...
Instructional Video2:58
Curated Video

Deforestation

6th - 12th
Discover how the destruction of the rainforest impacts ecosystems, and begins a cycle that contributes to global warming. Earth Science - Human Impacts - Learning Points. Forests are home to 70% of Earth's land animals and plants....
Instructional Video2:57
Curated Video

Adaptation - Survival Traits

6th - 12th
Examples of physical and behavioural adaptations which allow plants and animals to survive in some of the most challenging habitats on Earth. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. Animals and plants survive in diverse...
Instructional Video2:53
Curated Video

Mass Extinction: Dinosaurs

6th - 12th
It's been 65 million years since the dinosaurs became extinct. But what wiped them out? Hear arguments from the Gradualists and Catastrophists. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. 65 million years ago the dinosaurs...
Instructional Video3:08
Curated Video

What Causes Extinction?

6th - 12th
A look at the main causes of extinction from new diseases to climate change to competition from another species. Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. Extinction is a natural part of the evolutionary cycle. It occurs more...
Instructional Video3:06
Curated Video

What Are Asteroids?

6th - 12th
How are asteroids in our Solar System formed, where are they found, and what danger do they pose to life on Earth? Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. Asteroids are made from rock, metal or carbon, while comets are made of rock...
Instructional Video3:22
Curated Video

Endangered Species

6th - 12th
From the western gorilla to the blue whale, thousands of animal species are under various levels of threat. What can we do to protect them or is it already too late? Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. An astounding...
Instructional Video2:45
Curated Video

Tasmanian Devil

6th - 12th
Find out why the Tasmanian devil is fighting for its life and facing extinction... Biology - Adaptation And Evolution - Learning Points. The Tasmanian devil is a small, carnivorous marsupial. Tasmanian devils are native to the Australian...
Instructional Video3:21
Curated Video

Overfishing

K - 5th
Find out why the Atlantic bluefin tuna is facing extinction. People and places - Human impact on the environment - Overusing resources Learning Points Natural resources need to be managed carefully. Overfishing can lead to species...
Instructional Video3:31
Curated Video

Climate change

K - 5th
This film explores how the world's climate has changed over time and how human activities have accelerated this natural process. People and places -Environmental awareness and care - Environmental changes Learning Points Global warming...
Instructional Video3:30
Curated Video

Humans on Earth

K - 5th
The number of people living on Earth is increasing daily. How does this affect the planet? People and places -Human impact on the environment - Humans on Earth Learning Points It is important to preserve natural resources and protect the...
Instructional Video1:22
Great Big Story

The radiated tortoise, a species on the brink of extinction

12th - Higher Ed
Discover the plight of the radiated tortoise, known for its stunning shell and long lifespan. With a population decline of nearly 50%, learn about the threats it faces and the urgent need for conservation.
Instructional Video3:37
Wonderscape

Understanding and Preventing the Sixth Mass Extinction

K - 5th
Explore the significant challenge of the sixth mass extinction, attributed to human activities, contrasting it with Earth's history of natural extinction events. This overview delves into the impact of climate change, pollution, and...
Instructional Video7:29
Wonderscape

Consequences of Human Activity on Earth

K - 5th
Explore how human activities like extraction, climate change, mass extinction, and environmental injustice impact the planet. Learn about the devastating effects of mining, fossil fuel consumption, and habitat destruction, and discover...
Instructional Video4:58
Wonderscape

Following in the Footsteps of Neanderthals: Exploring Their Diet, Tools, and Social Lives

K - 5th
Join us on a journey through Europe and Western Asia as we explore the world of Neanderthals. Discover how they adapted to fluctuating climates, hunted large animals, and foraged for plants. Learn about their sophisticated tools, mastery...