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Holding the cosmos, an entrepreneur's meteorite collection
Naveen Jain reveals his unique collection of meteorites, showcasing the profound connection between space artifacts and human curiosity.
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The Shape Poem
Mr. Griot reviews the elements of a shape poem and reads I. C. Nightly’s “My Good Friend the Moon.” He brainstorms ideas for writing a shape poem.
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Powering Tourism with Solar Energy
Electricity was a complicated matter when building an ecolodge on Cholé Island. The goal was to provide some light while bleding into and not disturbing the natural habitat. Photovoltaics from solar energy powers the lodge's essential...
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Writing A Piece about the Solar Eclipse
A story of how I wrote my latest piece. Using Curiosity and other interests to inform your writing.
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Our Place in Space
Dr. Forrester explains the force of gravity. She also teaches why we have multiple seasons.
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Writing A Piece about the Solar Eclipse
A story of how I wrote my latest piece. Using Curiosity and other interests to inform your writing.
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Why Can't You See Stars from an Airplane at Night?
While flying over a metropolitan or densely populated area at night, it’s likely that you won’t see stars from the airplane window. This is because the excessive artificial lighting (i.e., light pollution) of the city can light up the...
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Why Don't We Colonize The Moon Instead Of Mars?
The Moon's proximity to Earth and geological similarity make it an enticing target for colonization. At just three days away, communication delays would be mere seconds. Its surface may also contain frozen water and oxygen extracted from...
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Why Does It Take Longer to Fly West?
The reason airplane flights take longer when traveling west is because of the different speeds of rotation on Earth. The rotational velocity of Earth decreases as one goes from the Equator to the poles. This means that a place on the...
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NASA
Dr. Forrester explains the history of spaceflight and the space race between the United States and the USSR.
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Space
Dr. Forrester explains how scientists over the centuries have used a variety of tools to gaze into outer space.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 5.1 Performance:Starvling, Lysander, Demetrius Lines 235-265
This video features a comedic scene from "A Midsummer Night's Dream" where Starvling, playing the man in the moon, humorously explains the props used in their play-within-a-play, particularly his lantern representing the moon. Lysander...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 5.1 Performance: Bottom, Theseus, Hippolyta Lines 266-284
This video features a dramatic performance from "A Midsummer Night's Dream," capturing a poignant moment as Bottom, playing Pyramus, delivers his lamentation under the moonlight. This scene, involving Theseus and Hippolyta, highlights...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 3.1 Performance: Quince et al Lines 43-75
This video features a continuation of the planning session by Quince and the Athenian workers from "A Midsummer Night's Dream," focusing on the logistical challenges of incorporating moonlight and a wall into their play. The scene...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 3.1 Interview:Quince, Snug, Bottom, Flute, Snout, Starveling
This video captures a humorous behind-the-scenes look at the Athenian workers from "A Midsummer Night's Dream" as they prepare for their play in the woods. The segment highlights their quirky problem-solving discussions, emphasizing the...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.1 Performance: Oberon and Puck Lines 148-176a
This video presents a captivating performance from Act 2, Scene 1 of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," where Oberon instructs Puck to fetch the magical flower love-in-idleness. The scene highlights Oberon's reminiscence of a...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.1 Interview: Puck and Fairy
This video introduces a playful segment from Act 2 of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," featuring an engaging interview with Puck and a fairy. The discussion reveals Puck's mischievous nature and his role in the fairy realm,...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1 Interview: Theseus, Hippolyta, and Philostrate
This video presents an interview with Duke Theseus and Queen Hippolyta, along with Philostrate, highlighting their perspectives on the upcoming royal wedding in Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream." The conversation explores the...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1 Interview: Theseus and Hippolyta
This video features an interview with Duke Theseus and Queen Hippolyta of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," focusing on the legal and ethical dilemma presented by Egeus, who demands his daughter Hermia marry Demetrius or face death. The...
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A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1 Performance: Theseus, Hippolyta, Philostrate Lines 1-19
This video captures the opening scene of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," featuring Theseus and Hippolyta discussing their upcoming wedding, with Philostrate detailing the festivities. This performance sets the tone for the play's themes of...
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How Sun Mythologies Are Universal
Energy from the sun gives heat, offers a bright reprieve from the darkness of night, and serves as the base for our entire food chain. It is no wonder it plays a central role in nearly all world mythologies.