Instructional Video8:45
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Refrigerators and Pressure Cookers: Kitchen Innovations that Changed Our Lives

6th - Higher Ed
Explore the fascinating history and technological advances behind two kitchen staples: refrigerators and pressure cookers. Discover how these inventions have revolutionized our food storage and cooking practices. Learn how refrigerators...
Instructional Video8:49
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Innovations in Healthcare: Transforming Everyday Medical Practices

6th - Higher Ed
Discover groundbreaking advancements in healthcare that promise to transform routine medical practices. From a nano-glue that instantly seals cuts without leaving scars to smartphone applications that improve vision without glasses, and...
Instructional Video7:28
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Tech Titans in Training: How Young Minds are Shaping the Future of Technology

6th - Higher Ed
Dive into the inspiring journeys of young tech prodigies who are not just using technology, but actively shaping its future. From creating apps that turn math revision into a game to developing software that tackles cyberbullying, this...
Instructional Video8:49
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Young Innovators: Transforming Everyday Challenges with Ingenious Inventions

6th - Higher Ed
Explore the fascinating world of young inventors who transform daily inconveniences into innovative solutions. From an automatic laundry-protecting tarpaulin to a bicycle that changes gears by itself, this video showcases how creative...
Instructional Video4:27
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ChatGPT and DALL-E: Sell Your Creative Thinking with AI - Why AI Can't Replace Creatives (But We Should Still Learn It)

Higher Ed
In this video, we will explore the relationship between AI and creativity. We will discuss why AI can never fully replace human creativity but why it is still essential for creatives to understand and learn about AI. This clip is from...
Instructional Video2:26
Great Big Story

Lonnie Johnson, from super soaker inventor to battery innovator

12th - Higher Ed
Dive into the story of Lonnie Johnson, the inventor behind the Super Soaker, as he evolves from creating iconic toys to developing advanced battery technologies.
Instructional Video1:28
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How to Make a Marble Run with Foil

Pre-K - 8th
This DIY toy is from the time I was a child. It is simple but it could blow the mind a person who doesn't know how it is made. Alex was looking for magnets to explain why it moves that way. All you need to make one is a piece of kitchen...
Instructional Video1:57
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How to Make Race Car Game with Cardboard

Pre-K - 8th
Let’s build a game with cardboard for children to steer their car up the curving road by pulling strings! MATERIALS: - Cardboard - Paper straw (plastic or paper) - Paper - String - Marker - Scissors or box cutter - Hot glue gun...
Instructional Video1:39
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How the Emperor’s New Toy Gave Way to Your Car

12th - Higher Ed
Discover the incredible tale of a steam-propelled trolley designed for a Chinese Emperor in 1672. A true historical gem.
Instructional Video1:45
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The Inventor of Cruise Control Couldn’t See

12th - Higher Ed
Discover the fascinating story of Ralph Teetor, a blind mechanical engineer who invented cruise control and revolutionized the automotive industry.
Instructional Video2:29
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The Origins of the Bicycle Kick

12th - Higher Ed
Discover the contested origins of the awe-inspiring bicycle kick in soccer and the Latin American countries claiming its invention.
Instructional Video4:26
Great Big Story

Sweet Innovations: The Junk Food Wizard

12th - Higher Ed
Discover the fascinating journey of William A. Mitchell, an All-American food chemist and junk food wizard whose creations revolutionized the world's taste buds. From the infamous Pop Rocks to the beloved Tang and Cool Whip, Mitchell's...
Instructional Video2:21
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The Bet That Birthed the Motion Picture, Leland Stanford, Muybridge, and a Galloping Horse

12th - Higher Ed
Explore the story of how a bet over a horse's gallop spurred Eadweard Muybridge to invent an early motion picture device.
Instructional Video5:10
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The Evolution and Impact of Pacemakers: Revolutionizing Cardiology

12th - Higher Ed
This video is a brief overview of the history and advancements of pacemakers, highlighting their importance in revolutionizing medicine and improving the quality of life for patients with cardiac conditions. It discusses the early...
Instructional Video5:03
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Extreme World Records of Longevity and Adventure

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video explores the remarkable lives of individuals who have defied time and mortality, showcasing record-holders like Jean Louise Comet, who lived to 122 years, and Ryan William Verdun Hayes, a World War 2 veteran who set a record...
Instructional Video9:51
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Antikythera Mechanism and Mysteries of Ancient Technology

3rd - Higher Ed
The Antikythera mechanism, discovered in a shipwreck off the coast of the Greek island Antikythera in 1901, is an ancient Greek device designed to predict astronomical positions and eclipses for. Recent research suggests it may have been...
Instructional Video1:58
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The Family Making Sure Your Bread Stays Fresh

12th - Higher Ed
Explore the fascinating journey of the Kwik Lok Corporation, a family-owned business founded by the Paxton sisters in Yakima, Washington. Learn about their grandfather, Floyd Paxton, whose innovative spirit led to the creation of the...
Instructional Video1:58
Great Big Story

The Family Making Sure Your Bread Stays Fresh

12th - Higher Ed
Explore the fascinating journey of the Kwik Lok Corporation, a family-owned business founded by the Paxton sisters in Yakima, Washington. Learn about their grandfather, Floyd Paxton, whose innovative spirit led to the creation of the...
Instructional Video2:29
Great Big Story

The Origins of the Bicycle Kick

12th - Higher Ed
Discover the contested origins of the awe-inspiring bicycle kick in soccer and the Latin American countries claiming its invention.
Instructional Video4:30
Curated Video

Innovators and Dreamers: The World of Inventors

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The video highlights the diverse and inspiring stories of everyday tech heads who have transformed themselves into inventors. From creating innovative solutions for pedestrian safety and portable surgical units to recyclable backpacks...
Instructional Video2:32
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Innovative Inventions for Outdoor Comfort: Chiller Cans and Mosquito Repellent Ringtone

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video showcases two innovative inventions: a self-chilling can that rapidly cools beverages without the need for bulky coolers, and a special ringtone designed to repel mosquitoes, cockroaches, and bees by mimicking the sound of a...
Instructional Video1:39
Great Big Story

How the Emperor’s New Toy Gave Way to Your Car

12th - Higher Ed
Discover the incredible tale of a steam-propelled trolley designed for a Chinese Emperor in 1672. A true historical gem.
Instructional Video1:52
Curated Video

Revolutionizing the Cotton Industry: The Impact of the Cotton Stripper in Gujarat

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Inventor Mansukh Bhai Patel has revolutionized the cotton industry in Gujarat with his innovative cotton stripper, reducing physical hardship for workers and increasing cotton production. The machine efficiently removes unwanted lint,...
Instructional Video3:01
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The Wright Brothers: Pioneers of Flight

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The Wright brothers, two bicycle repairmen from Ohio, made history by achieving the first powered flight in 1903 on a windy dune in North Carolina. Their groundbreaking invention of the airplane revolutionized travel and paved the way...