Crash Course
Population & Food: Crash Course Geography
Today we’re going to talk about the link between population and food energy. As the world's population keeps growing, finding ways to provide enough food and water for everyone while supporting a sustainable environment can be tricky!...
TED-Ed
Building the world's largest (and most controversial) power plant | Alex Gendler
In 2018, a single power plant produced more energy than the world's largest coal-powered and gas-powered plants combined. China's Three Gorges Dam relies on running water, and is capable of producing more energy than any other power...
Bozeman Science
ESS3A - Natural Resources
In this video Paul Andersen explains how the resources required for survival come from the Earth. The resources are not evenly distributed on the planet and neither are the humans. According to the NGSS we need to limit the use of...
Crash Course Kids
H2O-NO! - Fresh Water Problems
What happens to a single ecosystem when the amount of freshwater available in it changes? Not really much good. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about ecosystems and how one small change can lead to a cascade effect in...
Bozeman Science
ESS3C - Human Impacts on Earth Systems
In this video Paul Andersen explains how humans are impacting the Earth through farming, mining, pollution and climate change. According to the NGSS wise management can reduce impacts on the planet. This will become more important as...
Curated Video
Why So Few Canadians Live In This HUGE Area In The Middle Of Canada
Canada, much like the United States, is split into two halves. On the east side is Canada's major population centers of Toronto and Montreal. And on the west side are the smaller, but still large cities of Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary and...
Curated Video
Eco-Responsible Living in Tijuana: A Sustainable Home
Discover the innovative approach to building an eco-responsible home in Tijuana, addressing critical environmental issues like water conservation and recycling. Learn about the use of solar panels, recycled materials, and natural...
Curated Video
The Two Congos: Why Africa Has Two Congo Countries With A HUGE Population Difference
Africa is home to two Congo countries: the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Congo/ But despite sharing a name, river, and rainforest, these two countries are actually quite different. Mostly it that the Democratic...
Curated Video
Renewable energy
Energy from natural resources that replenish or renew themselves, or we can consider inexhaustible, such as sunlight, wind, tidal and wave power. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using...
Curated Video
Sustainable
A sustainable process is one that can be continued without damaging the environment or exhausting natural resources in the long term. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and...
Curated Video
Settlement Resources
In order to create a sustainable and successful settlement, a vast array of infrastructures must be put in place. From roads to waste management systems, what is required for a settlement to thrive? Human Geography - Orientation And...
Curated Video
Overfishing
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...
Curated Video
The mystery of Easter Island
What caused the wars on Easter Island that led to the demise of this once-thriving civilisation? People and places - Physical geography - Islands Learning Points If an island can provide all its own resources, it is self-sufficient. A...
Curated Video
Overusing resources
Find out why some resources are in short supply and why we need to conserve as much as possible. People and places -Human impact on the environment - Overusing resources Learning Points Some natural resources on Earth are limited and...
Wonderscape
Understanding the Global Supply Chain and Its COVID-19 Disruptions
Learn how the global supply chain operates, from sourcing raw materials to delivering finished products like jeans to customers. Discover the impact of COVID-19 on this complex system, leading to empty store shelves and delayed...
Wonderscape
Native American Tribes of the Northeast: Life in the Woodlands
This video explores the major Native American tribes of the Northeast, such as the Iroquois, Pequot, and Shawnee. It highlights their farming skills, fishing expertise, and shared ways of life due to the similar climate and natural...
Wonderscape
How Committees Shape Laws: The Journey of a Bill
This video explains how bills are reviewed and amended by committees in the House of Representatives and Senate. It details how committees act as gatekeepers, deciding which bills move forward, make markups, or are set aside. Learn about...
Wonderscape
Communities Near Inland Landforms: Mountains, Islands, and More
This video explores the types of communities found near inland landforms such as mountains, valleys, islands, peninsulas, and plains. Learn how these landforms shape the jobs, homes, and lifestyles of people living in these unique...
Wonderscape
Exploring Communities: Urban, Suburban, and Rural
This video explains the different types of communities—urban, suburban, and rural—based on population size and land use. Learn about how people live and work together in each type of community, and how resources like lakes can shape the...
Wonderscape
Communities Near Water: Oceans, Rivers, and Lakes
This video explores the types of communities found near bodies of water such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and estuaries. Learn how these water sources shape the jobs, recreation, and daily life of people living in coastal, river, and lake...
Visual Learning Systems
Energy and Natural Resources
This video explores how energy and fuels are derived from natural resources. Special attention is given to how these energy resources affect the enviornment. In this activity students will investigate and describe energy resources. They...
Wonderscape
Prelude to Infamy and the Axis Alliance
Explore the economic turmoil and strategic alliances that set the stage for the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor, diving into Japan's motivations and the pivotal role of the Axis Agreement. The Attack on Pearl Harbor and the Pacific...
Curated Video
Living Green - Episode 69 - China Sustainable Development
The region of Shangri-La in China s Eastern province is one of the most breath-taking areas of bio-diversity left in the world. Nature has left its mark here in many different ways, from the mountains on the Tibetan plateau to the gorges...
Curated Video
Introduction and Construction of Feynan Ecolodge
This video is an overview of eco-housing and the challenges of designing architecture that is both revolutionary and practical, followed by a detailed look at the construction of the Feynan Ecolodge in Jordan, integrating traditional...