What challenges lie ahead of a staggering 12,700-kilometer paddle around the entire continent of Australia? Crocodiles and sharks were just the beginning, says Ironwoman Bonnie Hancock. Reflecting on her remarkable feat of becoming the...

Humanity has always adapted to changing weather and moved to regions that best support cultural lifestyles and livelihoods. However, the rise in extreme weather is endangering coastal communities, and even for those with the resources to...

In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina gives us a real world example of how the Hydrosphere and Geosphere affect each other in the form of Weathering and Erosion. Think of Weathering as the force that makes a mess and Erosion as...

The Outer Banks, known as the "Graveyard of the Atlantic," is home to thousands of shipwrecks, including Blackbeard’s infamous Queen Anne’s Revenge. But beyond the maritime history, this fragile coastline is rapidly changing—threatened...

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This video discusses the impact of rising sea levels on coastal and island communities around the world due to factors like population growth and climate change. It...

As of January 2024, the United States grew by about 400,000 square miles of territory or larger than the state of Texas. This was done under a little known United Nations policy called the Extended Continental Shelf. So why has the...

Brazil is a HUGE country! And despite popular ideas, it's not comprised entirely of the Amazon Rainforest. Despite this, the majority of all Brazilians still live just 50 miles from the coast, illustrating a huge population imbalance for...

Discovering Norway:Experience the joyous landscapes of Norway, a land of stunning fjords and smiling faces. Explore the dramatic beauty of Preikestolen and the charm of Otter Island, before indulging in the culinary delights of Oslo's...

The Cascadia Subduction Zone is a sleeping monster lurking just off the Northwest coast of the United States. It extends 600 miles between Northern California and Vancouver B.C. and experiences a massive megathrust earthquake every 250...

Coastal features around the world vary hugely. How do waves contribute to shaping coastlines? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Waves are created by wind. Waves vary in size and strength. Waves break in shallow water....

A closer look at the three key processes that shape our coasts. What are they and what effects do they have? Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Our coastlines are constantly being re-shaped by three key processes. Erosion -...

Coastal erosion produces beautiful beaches and some rather unusual land formations, from spits to stacks, mud flats to salt marshes. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Cliffs are formed when destructive waves attack the bottom of...

This film explores some of the Hard Engineering solutions used in coastal process management. Explore the different ways in which these solutions work, and the positive and negative aspects of their use. Earth Science - Geology -...

Coastlines may look stable but they are one of the most dynamic features in the physical world.
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Discover how Earth formed over 4.6 billion years ago, from a cloud of dust and gas to a planet with continents. Learn about the process of continental drift and how it shaped the seven continents we know today.



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Journey to 'Is The Rocky Coastline At The Giant's Causeway Dangerous?' to explore the rugged beauty and safety of this natural wonder! A quick, exciting adventure that's perfect for young adventurers.

Discover the dynamic struggle against coastal erosion in France, where communities along the Aquitaine and Mediterranean shores combat the sea's relentless advance. Learn about the natural and engineered solutions—from dikes to...

This video highlights the importance of understanding and adapting to the changing environmental forces impacting our land and coastlines. Dr. Lindsay McEwan's project in the UK focuses on engaging local communities to enhance their...

Learn about Brazil -- the largest country in South America with 4,655 miles of coastline with this Countries of the World song by KLT!

The New England Colonies examines colonial life in the original thirteen colonies.

A video entitled “Your World” investigates the environments of specific places around the world.

This video explores five fun facts about Giant's Causeway.

FT energy editor David Sheppard uses maps of the eastern Mediterranean to explain why there is such interest in gas deposits. The Turkish exploration vessels searching for them are not using conventional drilling platforms while the...

This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Bulgaria.