Instructional Video2:52
Science ABC

Why Do Wheels Appear to Spin Backwards (at High Speeds)?

Pre-K - Higher Ed
At high speeds, wheels may appear to be turning backwards, creating an optical illusion known as the Wagon wheel effect. This happens because our brains fill in gaps between images to create the illusion of continuous movement. As a...
Instructional Video3:07
Science ABC

Why Bombs Make a Whistling Sound When They Fall Through the Air

Pre-K - Higher Ed
You may have noticed in movies and tv shows that when a bomb falls through the sky, it makes a whistling sound. This has to do with the fighter planes and bomber planes of world war 2. During the second world war, German air force...
Instructional Video13:49
ProTeachersVideo

KS3 History: The Jazz Age

Higher Ed
The Jazz Age was a time of unparalleled prosperity and change. Featuring archive footage from the period, students can gain a fascinating and revealing insight into 1920's America. Archive film based programme about America from the...
Instructional Video9:36
Curated Video

A New Life for Old Theaters as Multi-Use Spaces

3rd - Higher Ed
The Art House Convergence has become a vital resource for community-based, mission-driven cinemas, fostering a renewed appreciation for independent theaters. Over the past decade, there has been a resurgence in the number of these...
Instructional Video3:10
Curated Video

From Vaudeville Stages to the Silver Screens of Hollywood

3rd - Higher Ed
The Warner brothers began their career in the Pittsburgh area by opening a small theater but soon realized the greater potential in making movies. This led them and others to shift from theater operations to film production, eventually...
Instructional Video2:59
Great Big Story

Horror fan builds life size replica of Myers house

12th - Higher Ed
Kenny Caperton lives in a life size replica of Michael Myers' house from halloween, complete with horror memorabilia and movie props.
Instructional Video2:59
Great Big Story

Horror fan builds life-size replica of Myers house

12th - Higher Ed
Kenny Caperton lives in a life-size replica of Michael Myers' house from halloween, complete with horror memorabilia and movie props.
Instructional Video5:53
Curated Video

Sylvester Stallone - The Rocky Story For Kids | Bedtime History

K - 5th
Learn about Sylvester Stallone's childhood, his love of cinema, and the making of his hit movie Rocky.
Instructional Video9:09
Bedtime History

Stan Lee for Kids | Bedtime History

K - 5th
Learn about the childhood and life of Stan Lee, the famous comic book writer, from his early days at a publishing company to the rise of the MCU.
Instructional Video7:45
Bedtime History

History of Jim Henson for Kids | Bedtime History

K - 5th
Learn about Jim Henson, the talented puppet designer who created the Muppets and many Sesame Street characters.
Instructional Video12:04
Bedtime History

History of Dr. Seuss for Kids | Bedtime History

K - 12th
Learn about the childhood and career of world-famous children's book author and artist, Theodor Seuss Geisel, who became known as Dr. Seuss.
Instructional Video9:24
Curated Video

Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli | Bedtime History

K - 5th
Learn about the world-renowned Japanese animator and film director, Hayao Miyazaki, the creation of Studio Ghibli, and his many animated films such as Ponyo, Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke, and Howl's Moving Castle.
Instructional Video8:21
Bedtime History

George Lucas: The Star Wars Story For Kids

K - 5th
Learn about filmmaker George Lucas, from his childhood in California and his love of cars to his success with the Star Wars franchise. Learn about his his imagination and determination led to be one of the most successful filmmakers of...
Instructional Video8:29
Bedtime History

Bruce Lee For Kids

K - 5th
Learn about Bruce Lee, the famous Chinese actor and athlete who amazed audiences across the world with his action-packed films and superhuman martial art abilities.
Instructional Video8:19
Curated Video

Mary Shelley and Frankenstein for Kids | Bedtime History

K - 5th
Explore the captivating story behind Mary Shelley's iconic novel "Frankenstein." Discover the life of Shelley, her defiance of societal norms, and the tragic events that shaped her creative journey. From the shores of Lake Geneva to the...
Instructional Video9:43
Curated Video

Brothers Grimm for Kids | Bedtime History

K - 5th
Delve into the enchanting world of the Brothers Grimm in this fascinating video! Discover the timeless tales collected by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, two German brothers who revolutionized the world of folklore and fairy tales in the 19th...
Instructional Video1:00
Curated Video

Unlocking the Underwater World: The Inspiring Life of Jacques Cousteau

K - 5th
Discover the incredible life of Jacques Cousteau, who shared his love for the sea with the world. Learn how he overcame obstacles to explore the wonders below the ocean's surface and find inspiration to pursue your own dreams.
Instructional Video6:44
Curated Video

Hedy Lamarr for Kids | Bedtime History

K - 5th
Hedy Lamarr was a remarkable figure known for her dual talents as a glamorous Hollywood actress and an innovative inventor. Born in Austria in 1914, Lamarr gained fame in the 1930s and 1940s as a film star, known for her captivating...
Instructional Video6:59
Curated Video

Charlie Chaplin for Kids | Bedtime History

K - 5th
Join us as we explore the fascinating life and career of Charlie Chaplin, one of the most iconic figures in the history of cinema. Born in London in 1889, Chaplin rose to fame during the silent film era with his beloved character, the...
Instructional Video9:13
Learn German with Herr Antrim

Konjunktiv 2 with Modal Verbs | B1 German Grammar Lesson

9th - 12th
In this B1 German Grammar Lesson, you will learn how to use modal verbs in Konjunktiv 2. This lesson will cover how to form and use "möchten," "müssten," "dürften," "könnten," "sollten," and "wollten" to express contrary-to-reality...
Instructional Video2:45
Great Big Story

Thora Birch Reflects on Iconic Roles from Hocus Pocus to American Beauty

12th - Higher Ed
Thora Birch shares her journey from "Hocus Pocus" to "American Beauty," discussing the enduring appeal and lessons learned from her iconic roles.
Instructional Video10:24
Curated Video

Why Was Everybody Kung Fu Fighting In The 70s?

12th - Higher Ed
Black Kung Fu films reigned in the 1970s – a fusion of Blaxploitation and Kung Fu where protagonists took justice into their own hands…in style! These films were wildly popular, a welcome response to the anger many people felt against...
Instructional Video10:27
Curated Video

The Shirley Temple Story For Kids

K - 5th
Learn about Shirley Temple, the young child star who won the hearts of people everywhere and gave hope to America during The Great Depression.
Instructional Video10:14
Weird History

The Strange History of Mr. Ed the Talking Horse

12th - Higher Ed
In the 1960s, the story of a man and his talking horse captivated the globe. The show was Mister Ed, and it followed the hijinks of a talking horse named Mr. Ed and his keeper Wilbur Post. The show became an instant classic, and the...