SciShow
Is The Mirror Test Just a Reflection of Human Nature?
The mirror test is supposed to be a way to figure out when an animal is self-aware, but there might be only one particular animal this test works well on: humans.
Crash Course
Pantheons of the Ancient Mediterranean: Crash Course World Mythology
In which Mike Rugnetta begins our unit on pantheons, which are families of gods. We further define pantheons and talk about why they're important. Then, we discuss pantheons from the myths of the ancient Mediterranean, starting with...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Why should you read "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding? | Jill Dash
After witnessing the atrocities of his fellow man in World War II, William Golding was losing his faith in humanity. Later, during the Cold War, as superpowers began threatening one another with nuclear annihilation, he was forced to...
Crash Course
Capitalism and Socialism Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about capitalism and socialism in a way that is sure to please commenters from both sides of the debate. Learn how capitalism arose from the industrial revolution, and then gave rise to socialism. Learn...
Curated Video
Capitalism and Socialism: Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about capitalism and socialism in a way that is sure to please commenters from both sides of the debate. Learn how capitalism arose from the industrial revolution, and then gave rise to socialism. Learn...
Curated Video
Considering Stevenson's subversion of Gothic setting in 'Jekyll and Hyde'
Pupil outcome: I can trace Stevenson’s use of setting across the the novel, ‘The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’. Key learning points: - Stevenson takes the conventions of the Gothic genre and subverts them to make his fictional...
Curated Video
Exploring the role of Friar Lawrence in Act 2, Scene 3 of 'Romeo and Juliet'
Pupil outcome: I can explain the role of Friar Lawrence and his relationship to Romeo within Act 2, Scene 3 of ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Key learning points: - In Elizabethan England, religion played a central role in people’s lives. - Friar...
Curated Video
Introducing the Gothic in 'Jekyll and Hyde'
Pupil outcome: I can understand how Stevenson conforms to, and subverts, Gothic conventions in ‘Jekyll and Hyde’. Key learning points: - Gothic fiction is fascinated by strange places, yet Stevenson sets his story in London. - The figure...
Curated Video
Understanding the Gothic in 'Jekyll and Hyde'
Pupil outcome: I can write about the gothic in ‘Jekyll and Hyde’. Key learning points: - Jekyll is a typical gothic protagonist: egotistical and isolated. - The story dramatises Jekyll's inner struggle between good and evil and the same...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Tommie Shelby - The Idea of Prison Abolition
Tommie Shelby, a professor at Harvard University, explores the idea of prison abolition, a concept often dismissed as unrealistic. He explains that abolitionists argue prisons are both ineffective and immoral, and that mass incarceration...
Curated Video
The Power of Love: A Story of Friendship and Kindness
In this video, the host Jade interviews Beatrice the Bear, who represents love and shares her insights on the importance of love in our lives. Through a heartwarming story, Beatrice emphasizes the significance of showing love to others,...
Curated Video
Respecting Others: The Story of Tetsuo the Turtle
In this video, Tetsuo the Turtle teaches us about the importance of respect. Through a story about a boy who broke the rules in a park, Tetsuo emphasizes the need to follow rules, be considerate of others, and take care of our spaces....
Curated Video
The Power of Kindness: A Heartwarming Story with Ella the Elephant
In this video, Ella the Elephant is the special guest and she shares a heartwarming story about kindness. She talks about her visit to India during the Holly Festival, where she meets a girl named Ahimsa who is lost and afraid. Ella...
Curated Video
Understanding Fairness
In this video, Dixie the Duck discusses the importance of fairness with the host, Jade, on the show Human Nature. Dixie shares a story about a boy named James who learns about fairness in his rugby team. They emphasize that fairness...
Curated Video
The Power of Purpose: Learning from Yuvia the Llama
In this video, Yuvia the llama discusses the concept of purpose and how it applies to both llamas and humans. Yuvia explains that purpose is having a strong intention to achieve something and working towards it without getting...
Curated Video
Exploring Humility with Kareem the Camel
In this video, Kareem the camel from Petra, Jordan, teaches us about the importance of humility. He shares stories and insights about how being humble means recognizing our mistakes, helping others, and being grateful for our talents...
Curated Video
The Importance of Tolerance: A Story of Resilience and Growth
In this video, the host interviews Sony the seal, who shares a story about tolerance. The story revolves around Kristen, a young artist who faces criticism and disappointment when she doesn't win a scholarship. Sony encourages Kristen to...
Curated Video
Learning About Respect
In this video, Tatsuo the turtle teaches children about the importance of respect. Through a story about a boy named Daiki who constantly arrives late to class, Tatsuo emphasizes the significance of honoring commitments, following rules,...
Curated Video
The Importance of Gratitude
In this video, Jade interviews Libby the Ladybug about the importance of gratitude. They discuss how ladybugs help humans and how gratitude can be expressed in daily life. Through a heartwarming story about a girl named Michaela, they...
Curated Video
Teaching Humility and Kindness
In this video, Kareem the camel, a humble and hardworking animal from India, shares his experiences and insights on humility. He discusses the role of camels in Indian celebrations and their historical origins. Kareem also narrates a...
Curated Video
The Holiday Tree Crisis: A Tale of Trust, Leadership, and Inclusion
In this holiday special episode of Human Nature, the animals must come together to solve the problem of a fallen Christmas tree and find a way to revive Kiwi. Along the way, they learn about trustworthiness, leadership, teamwork, and...
Curated Video
Flexibility
In this video, Pavia the polar bear teaches the importance of flexibility and adaptation. Pavia shares how polar bears are able to thrive in the Arctic by adjusting to the cold and changing environment. Through a story about Ivana, Pavia...
Curated Video
The Importance of Gratitude and Environmental Responsibility
In this video, Libby the Ladybug discusses the importance of gratitude and how it can bring positivity and optimism to our lives. She also shares a story about a little girl named Maddie who learns the value of gratitude by helping the...
Curated Video
Tolerance, Curiosity, Enthusiasm, Calmness, and Punctuality!
In this video, Carla, Jade's cousin, reveals that Jade is celebrating his birthday in Hawaii and they are planning a surprise party for him. Carla introduces Sony the seal, Domenico the deer, Mila the meerkat, and Amadeus the armadillo,...