Crash Course
The Presocratics: Crash Course History of Science
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TED-Ed
TED-Ed: The hidden worlds within natural history museums - Joshua Drew
When you think of natural history museums, you might picture exhibits filled with ancient lifeless things, like dinosaurs or meteorites. But behind that educational exterior, there are hidden laboratories where scientific breakthroughs...
Crash Course
Ancient Games: Crash Course Games
From the ancient Egyptian game of Senet to the Aztec's Patolli, games have been played since the beginning of civilization. Today, your host Andre Meadows is going to take a look at a few of these games, including some that are actually...
TED-Ed
TED-ED: The rise and fall of the Byzantine Empire - Leonora Neville
Most history books will tell you that the Roman Empire fell in the fifth century CE, but this would've come as a surprise to the millions who lived in the Roman Empire through the Middle Ages. This Medieval Roman Empire, today called the...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Paul S. Kindstedt: A brie(f) history of cheese
Before empires and royalty, before pottery and writing, before metal tools and weapons – there was cheese. As early as 8000 BCE, Neolithic farmers began a legacy of cheesemaking almost as old as civilization. Today, the world produces...
Crash Course
Creation from the Void: Crash Course World Mythology
Today on Crash Course Mythology we're starting in on creation stories. This week, we'll focus on the creation of the universe out of nothing, or Ex Nihlio creation. Basically, a god decides to make a universe out of nothing. We'll look...
Curated Video
Italy Geography
New ReviewMost schoolchildren can find Italy on a map—it’s the “boot” that’s kicking an island into the middle of the Mediterranean Sea. The island is, of course, Sicily, and the boot is Italy’s mainland. Without a doubt, Italy’s complex natural...
PBS
Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture
New ReviewThe Chinese dragon is one of the world’s most globally recognized monsters. Playing a major role throughout Chinese history, they were both creators and destroyers and controlled the elements. They've influenced everything from politics...
Curated Video
History of Werewolves for Kids
New ReviewThe legend of the werewolf—the idea of a person turning into a wolf—has terrified and fascinated people for centuries. Stories of werewolves date back to ancient Greece and the Middle Ages, often linked with fear of the unknown and the...
Bedtime History
Elves: From Folklore to Fantasy
New ReviewElves have taken many forms across cultures and centuries. In early Norse and Germanic myths, they were powerful and mysterious beings connected to nature and magic. Some were seen as helpful spirits, while others were blamed for illness...
The Daily Conversation
Last King of Rome: Revolutions, Part 1
New ReviewThe Roman Kingdom falls and a Republic is born--Part 1 of history's greatest revolutions that created our modern civilization.
Curated Video
Earth’s History Is Hidden in These Strange Maps
New ReviewThe Channeled Scablands of the Pacific Northwest hide an astonishing secret. Evidence of a massive flood that shaped the entire region lies just beneath its landscape. But it can only be seen with cutting edge LIDAR technology. Join Joe...
Mr. Beat
Why Do We Have to Go to School?
In the beginning, for hundreds of thousands of years, we didn't go to school. During the hunter gatherer days, when humans just gathered wild plants or chased wild animals, that's pretty much the main thing we did, and we learned it at a...
Curated Video
Archeological dig in Greece unearths massive cemetery
Researchers think they were victims of a failed coup in 632 BC
Curated Video
Darksiders 2 Walkthrough Part 7 - Chapter 1
Howcast - Check out part 7 and become Death in this walkthrough of THQ's new release, Darksiders 2.
Curated Video
The Ancient Art of Hunting with Golden Eagles in Kyrgyzstan
Hunting with golden eagles, known as kuchi, is a revered tradition in Kyrgyzstan. This ancient practice involves training eagles to catch prey like hares and foxes, requiring a strong bond between hunter and bird. The hunting season runs...
Curated Video
This Ancient World City completely vanished... #history
This Ancient World City completely vanished... #history
Curated Video
7 Modern Wonders of The World by Drone, Part 7: Petra
Fly over the ancient city of Petra in Jordan, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This unique footage reveals the breathtaking rock-cut architecture, the majestic Treasury, and the intricate facades carved into the rose-red cliffs....
Curated Video
7 Modern Wonders of The World by Drone, Part 5: Machu Picchu
Fly high above the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This impressive drone footage reveals the breathtaking Incan citadel, nestled high in the Andes Mountains, and the lush greenery that...
Curated Video
Mars Escaping Water Mystery 'Unlocked' By Hubble And MAVEN
Hubble Space Telescope and MAVEN mission have been used to help unravel the mystery of Mars' escaping water. Credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Curated Video
The Moai Statues of Easter Island Revealed by Drone
Witness the mysterious beauty of Easter Island from above with this captivating drone footage. Soar over the iconic moai statues, the rugged coastline, and the volcanic landscapes. Marvel at the island’s lush green hills, ancient...
Curated Video
A Drone Tour of the Ancient Great Wall of China
Experience the majestic Great Wall of China from above with this stunning drone footage. Soar over the ancient stone pathways winding through lush mountains, historic watchtowers, and breathtaking landscapes. Marvel at the sheer scale...
Curated Video
Iconic Rome by Drone: From The Colosseum to Vatican City
Soar above the ancient city of Rome with this captivating drone footage. Glide over iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Roman Forum. Experience the timeless beauty of the Vatican City and the historic...
Curated Video
Drone Journey Over Egypt, from The Pyramids to The Nile
Experience the timeless beauty of Egypt from above with this stunning drone footage. Soar over the iconic pyramids of Giza, the majestic Sphinx, and the ancientcity of Alexandria. Glide along the serene Nile River, explore the bustling...