Instructional Video12:02
The Daily Conversation

The Future of Ocean Exploration

6th - Higher Ed
Deep sea mining, seafloor vents, underwater drones, bioluminescent sharks, and the disturbing effects of ocean acidification highlight the near future of oceanographic discovery.
Instructional Video4:50
The Daily Conversation

Closest Earth-like Planet

6th - Higher Ed
Breakthrough Starshot is a future space mission that plans to send tiny, laser-powered probes to another star system, aiming to reach Proxima b, a potentially Earth-like planet. These spacecraft will travel at 20% the speed of light...
Instructional Video6:33
The Daily Conversation

Solving Climate Change with Research, Development, and Civic Action

6th - Higher Ed
To fight climate change, countries need to support research, recruit science experts, and help companies develop clean technology through partnerships and government programs. Citizens also play an important role by staying involved in...
Instructional Video12:09
The Daily Conversation

Chicago: Boomtown to Modern Marvel

6th - Higher Ed
Chicago became one of the most important cities in the U.S. thanks to its central location, booming railroad and river networks, and its role in agriculture and industry. It grew rapidly by processing goods like grain and meat, shipping...
Instructional Video6:32
Curated Video

The Life of Aristotle for Kids

K - 5th
Discover the fascinating life and ideas of Aristotle, one of the most important philosophers in history. In this video, we explore his teachings on logic, ethics, politics, and science. Learn how Aristotle’s work shaped Western...
Instructional Video4:57
Curated Video

The Kraken: Sea Monster of Legend for Kids

K - 5th
Discover the fascinating world of the Kraken, the legendary sea monster said to dwell off the coasts of Norway and Greenland. In this video, we explore the myths, legends, and possible real-life inspirations behind this giant creature of...
Instructional Video5:32
Curated Video

The Inuit Peoples & Culture for Kids | The Arctic

K - 5th
In this episode, we explore the rich traditions of the Inuit, an Indigenous people who live in the Arctic regions of North America. We’ll learn how they build homes called igloos, travel across ice and snow, and hunt for food like seal...
Instructional Video7:53
Curated Video

Sacajawea's Journey West

K - 5th
Meet Sacajawea, the brave young Shoshone woman who helped lead Lewis and Clark across the wild American frontier! In this episode, you’ll follow her journey through mountains, rivers, and forests as she guides the famous explorers on...
Instructional Video6:08
Curated Video

History of Yosemite National Park

K - 5th
Yosemite is one of America’s most beautiful national parks—but it also has a rich history! In this episode, we’ll learn about the Native American tribes who lived in the Yosemite Valley for thousands of years. We’ll also discover how...
Instructional Video5:17
Curated Video

Greenland: Brief Facts

K - 5th
What is Greenland, and why is it called that if it’s mostly covered in ice? In this video, we explore the basics of Greenland—its location, history, geography, and why it matters today. Learn about the world’s largest island, how it was...
Instructional Video9:19
Curated Video

The Thrill-Seeking Gene

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Mountains, once sacred and forbidding, have become destinations of mass pilgrimage and modern reverence—but this new form of mountain worship often tames their raw power for our convenience and safety. Yet for some, the wildness and...
Instructional Video8:13
Curated Video

The Wild Beauty of the Mountains

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Mountains are not just challenges to conquer—they are ancient, indifferent forces that dwarf human existence and reveal our fleeting presence in the timeline of the Earth. Forged by fire and tectonic upheaval, they rise and fall over...
Instructional Video3:12
Curated Video

How Climbing Everest Went From Inaccessible to Overrated

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Mount Everest has become the centerpiece of modern mountain obsession—a symbol of achievement for many, yet often reduced to a tourist spectacle driven by wealth and technology. Renan Ozturk challenges this singular focus, reminding us...
Instructional Video7:51
Curated Video

What Mountain Climbing Really Looks Like

Pre-K - Higher Ed
As humanity shed ancient fears of divine wrath and mythical beasts, mountains transformed from forbidden zones into irresistible beacons of the sublime—a mix of terror, beauty, and longing. Our fascination became obsession, driven by a...
Instructional Video2:02
Curated Video

Gods, Monsters, and Mountains

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Humans once viewed mountains as the domain of gods and monsters—sacred and fearsome places to be worshipped from afar, not summited. But over time, cultural perceptions shifted, and alongside them, certain mountain peoples physically...
Instructional Video7:17
Curated Video

The Appeal of Mountain Climbing

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In Mountain Quest, Renan Ozturk offers a deeply personal exploration of the allure and peril of high-altitude climbing, describing it as both a passion and a calling. Narrated by Willem Dafoe, the film reflects on humanity's mysterious...
Instructional Video8:27
Curated Video

Ecology and Culture of Australia

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Australia has been shaped by 30 million years of isolation, adaptation, and evolution, creating a land of extraordinary creatures found nowhere else. At its heart is a cultural legacy upheld by Aboriginal people who have cared for the...
Instructional Video8:06
Curated Video

Mammals: the Adaptable Animal Family

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Mammals are a warm-blooded family capable of living in every environment on Earth, from icy tundras to vast oceans. Characterized by fur or hair, live births, and nurturing their young, mammals range from land giants like elephants—led...
Instructional Video7:10
Curated Video

Reptiles and Amphibias: the Cold-Blooded Animal Family

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Reptiles and amphibians, cold-blooded families that have existed for over 350 million years, thrive in warm environments and near water. While reptiles like the saltwater crocodile rely on powerful instincts, scales, and sun-warmed blood...
Instructional Video6:52
Curated Video

Birds: Caretakers of the Animal Kingdom

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Birds are essential caretakers of the Animal Kingdom, consuming around 20 quadrillion insects annually and serving as natural pest controllers, seed dispersers, and scavengers. With over 10,000 species adapted to a variety of habitats,...
Instructional Video5:45
Curated Video

Insects: the Small but Mighty Animal Family

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Insects are the smallest individual creatures, yet the largest family in the Animal Kingdom. They play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance. From pollination by bees and butterflies to waste removal by dung beetles, these...
Instructional Video6:54
Curated Video

The Gondwana Rainforests: Remnants of a Prehistoric World

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The Gondwana Rainforests of Australia are living relics of a prehistoric world, remnants of ancient forests that once blanketed over half the Earth’s surface and are now preserved along Australia's east coast. In these sacred...
Instructional Video4:37
Curated Video

The Great Coral Reefs of Australia

Pre-K - Higher Ed
As Australia drifted into warmer waters, ideal conditions formed for the creation of the Great Barrier Reef—the world's largest living structure, rich with marine life and spanning an area the size of the UK. But beyond this iconic reef,...
Instructional Video4:53
Curated Video

The Jacana Bird of Northern Australia

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Australia’s tropical north is a land of climatic extremes, swinging from dry winters to rain-drenched monsoons that fuel explosive plant and insect growth. This abundance sustains a diverse food web, including the Jacana—a bird where the...