Dr. Forrester talks about Columbus’s second voyage to the New World with seventeen ships and a thousand men.

Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Plymouth Colony and how difficult life must have been for the early settlers like the Pilgrims and the Puritans.

Dr. Forrester tells the history of the thirteen colonies and how those original colonies became states. She tells the story of Jamestown, the first English settlement in the New World.

Dr. Forrester talks about taxation, religious freedom, and other important issues that led the colonists to break away from Great Britain.

Dr. Forrester tells about Pocahontas, Captain John Smith, and Captain John Rolfe.

Dr. Forrester explains that the United States became a country in 1783 after seven hard fought years of the American Revolution. The original thirteen colonies became thirteen states. The United States grew to a total of fifty states as...

It’s springtime, meaning the garden is buzzing with the sound of bees, collecting pollen and nectar from a variety of flowers and blossom. They’re attracted to the bright colours and sweet smells of the flowers which rely on the bees...

It's time for the massive mandibles of the Leaf Cutter Ant to be put to the test! In this video, Mark takes us on an adventure in the jungles of Costa Rica as he tracks down, catches, and experiences the bite of the leaf cutter ant!...

Richmond Park is home to an abundance of wildlife, from majestic Red Deer to Stag Beetles. Explore the biodiversity of this incredible ecosystem, and join us as we look for wildlife in Richmond Park. Red deer certainly leave their mark...

Join Wes Larson and the UC Santa Cruz team for an exciting expedition to track and study elephant seals, revealing their crucial role in ocean research.

This video entitled “Daily Life in the Colonies” gives an overview of colonial life by exploring housing, food, work, and play.

This segment delves into how pathogens, particularly the Deformed Wing Virus transmitted by Varroa mites, detrimentally affect honey bee health and their critical role in ecosystems. It illustrates the compounded risks bees face from...

The Tree Hive Bees initiative explores returning bees to a more natural, elevated habitat to combat stressors like overcrowding and predators. By mimicking traditional tree hollows, including aspects like cavity size and the introduction...

Henry meets an Ant in an ant farm. Henry learns about ants and how they live in a colony with a queen. Ant wants to get back to the rest of his colony in the garden but he's stuck in the ant farm. If only there was someone around to help...

Travel to San Felipe, Texas and explore the first American colony founded by Stephen F. Austin.

Travel to the Bob Bulluck Museum in Austin, Texas and explore the exciting history behind the French Explorer La Salle.

Bryozoans are some of the strangest animals in the world, part of the clade Lophophorata. Bryozoans are colonial moss animals, but what does this mean? Let's learn about them together!

In real world terms, this is one of the most important concepts we cover on this channel Antibiotic resistance is a rising menace across the world, and leading to millions of deaths that could have otherwise been prevented. Learn how it...

“The Puritans” discusses who the Puritans were, why they left England, and what colonies they founded in the New World.

Books have always been a key part of the American cultural and social landscape, and thus have often become flashpoints in various culture wars. In fact, throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, certain books - even some we love - have...

This video explores five fun facts about ants.

This video explores five fun facts about bumble bees.

This video provides an informative and engaging description of sea lions, highlighting their characteristics, behaviors, and similarities to seals.

Communities Long Ago takes students back in time. Students will embark on a journey to early Native American communities, Colonial towns, and early American cities, exploring the evolution of communities throughout history. They will...