TED Talks
TED: Why I fight for climate justice | Xiye Bastida
In a deeply moving letter to her grandmother, Xiye Bastida reflects on what led her to become a leading voice for global climate activism -- from mobilizing school climate strikes to speaking at the United Nations Climate Summit...
TED Talks
Sara Valencia Botto: When do kids start to care about other people's opinions?
Drawing on her research into early childhood development, psychologist Sara Valencia Botto investigates when (and how) children begin to change their behaviors in the presence of others -- and explores what it means for the values we...
TED Talks
TED: If you adults won't save the world, we will | Xiye Bastida
In a deeply moving letter to her grandmother, Xiye Bastida reflects on what led her to become a leading voice for global climate activism -- from mobilizing school climate strikes to speaking at the United Nations Climate Summit...
TED Talks
Taylor Wilson: My radical plan for small nuclear fission reactors
Taylor Wilson was 14 when he built a nuclear fusion reactor in his parents' garage. Now 19, he returns to the TED stage to present a new take on an old topic: fission. Wilson, who has won backing to create a company to realize his...
SciShow
The Origins of Cute
Hank talks about three scientific reasons why cute things make us a special kind of crazy.
TED Talks
TED: A new way to help young people with their mental health | Tom Osborn
TED Fellow Tom Osborn wants more young people to have access to the mental health support they need. With the Shamiri Institute, he and his team are training 18- to 22-year-olds to deliver evidence-based mental health care to their peers...
TED Talks
Katie Hood: The difference between healthy and unhealthy love
In a talk about understanding and practicing the art of healthy relationships, Katie Hood reveals the five signs you might be in an unhealthy relationship -- with a romantic partner, a friend, a family member -- and shares the things you...
TED Talks
Sarah-Jayne Blakemore: The mysterious workings of the adolescent brain
Why do teenagers seem so much more impulsive, so much less self-aware than grown-ups? Cognitive neuroscientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore compares the prefrontal cortex in adolescents to that of adults, to show us how typically "teenage"...
TED Talks
Carvens Lissaint: "Put the financial aid in the bag"
At TEDYouth 2011, performance artist Carvens Lissaint shows how to use language, metaphor and imagery to express a powerful idea -- as in this spoken-word performance, a stirring plea to make college education more accessible.
TED-Ed
This tool will help improve your critical thinking | Erick Wilberding
Socrates, one of the founding fathers of Western philosophical thought, was on trial. Many believed he was an enemy of the state, accusing the philosopher of corrupting the youth and refusing to recognize their gods. But Socrates wasn't...
TED Talks
Suchitra Krishnan-Sarin: What you should know about vaping and e-cigarettes
E-cigarettes and vapes have exploded in popularity in the last decade, especially among youth and young adults -- from 2011 to 2015, e-cigarette use among high school students in the US increased by 900 percent. Biobehavioral scientist...
TED Talks
Kashfia Rahman: How risk-taking changes a teenager's brain
Why do teenagers sometimes make outrageous, risky choices? Do they suddenly become reckless, or are they just going through a natural phase? To find out, Kashfia Rahman -- winner of the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair...
TED Talks
TED: How porn changes the way teens think about sex | Emily F. Rothman
* Viewer discretion advised. This video includes discussion of mature topics and may be inappropriate for some audiences. "The free, online, mainstream pornography that teenagers are most likely to see is a completely terrible form of...
TED Talks
TED: How to protect fast-growing cities from failing | Robert Muggah
Worldwide, violence is on the decline, but in the crowded cities of the global south — cities like Aleppo, Bamako and Caracas — violence is actually accelerating, fueled by the drug trade, mass unemployment and civil unrest. Security...
TED Talks
Bill Gates: How state budgets are breaking US schools
America's school systems are funded by the 50 states. In this fiery talk, Bill Gates says that state budgets are riddled with accounting tricks that disguise the true cost of health care and pensions and weighted with worsening deficits...
Curated Video
Exploring the Science of Aging and Longevity
This video explores the advancements in scientific and medical research that are pushing the boundaries of life itself. It delves into the concept of aging, the theories behind it, and the factors that contribute to it. The video also...
Curated Video
Exploring the Evolution of Plastic Surgery: From Ancient Times to Modern Techniques
This video explores the evolution of plastic surgery, from ancient civilizations to modern advancements. It highlights the pioneers and techniques that have shaped the field, and discusses how current procedures are safer, more precise,...
Curated Video
Oliver Kahn: The Legacy of a Goalkeeping Legend
Oliver Khan, a legendary German goalkeeper, is not only known for his remarkable skills on the pitch but also for his off-field endeavors. From his personal life and divorce to his involvement in youth projects and television...
Curated Video
Bobby Charlton: The Legend of English Football
Sir Bobby Charlton, one of the greatest footballers of all time, survived the tragic Munich air disaster and went on to become a legend for both England and Manchester United. Known for his attacking instincts and powerful long-range...
Curated Video
Pele: Promoting Football and Inspiring Youth Worldwide
This video highlights Pele's role as a worldwide ambassador for football and his passion for promoting the game, especially to the youth. It also mentions his involvement as Minister for Sports in Brazil and his efforts to improve...
Curated Video
What is a life cycle?
Humans, frogs and poppies all have very different life cycles. Life processes - Living processes - Life cycles Learning Points The stages of development from birth to death are known as a life cycle. Metamorphosis is part of some life...
Great Big Story
Joshua Marin, the teen cobbler transforming sneaker culture
Meet Joshua Marin, a 20-year-old cobbler revitalizing the craft by blending traditional skills with sneaker culture. Discover how he's turning worn shoes into stylish kicks!