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Drone Views of Zurich, Switzerland: Historic Old Town & Alpine Beauty
Fly over Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city, where the historic Old Town, the shimmering waters of Lake Zurich, and the snow-capped Alps converge—captured in stunning drone footage that showcases the city’s rich history, vibrant culture,...
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Andorra la Vella Drone Journey: Pyrenees Peaks & Modern Architecture
Soar over Andorra la Vella, nestled in the heart of the Pyrenees, where modern architecture meets rugged mountain landscapes—captured in stunning drone footage that showcases the unique blend of urban charm and natural beauty of this...
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Breathtaking Drone Journey Over Veneto’s Canals, Vineyards & Mountains
Fly over the enchanting Veneto region in northeastern Italy, where the romantic canals of Venice, the rolling Prosecco vineyards of Valdobbiadene, the Renaissance elegance of Verona and Vicenza, and the dramatic peaks of the Dolomites...
Bedtime History
The History of the Day of the Dead | Dia de los Muertos
Explore the beautiful traditions of the Day of the Dead, or Día de los Muertos, a special time in Mexico to remember and honor loved ones who have passed away. Learn how families build colorful altars, decorate with marigolds, and share...
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History of the First Thanksgiving
Travel back to 1621 and learn the story of the First Thanksgiving! After a hard winter, the Pilgrims at Plymouth and the Wampanoag people came together to share a harvest feast. We’ll explore how the Pilgrims survived with the help of...
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History of Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a special time to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives serving in the military. This holiday began after the Civil War and has grown into a day of parades, flags, and moments of quiet respect. We’ll learn...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Annette Gordon-Reed - On Juneteenth
Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard, is a historian and author of On Juneteenth, a blend of memoir and history. In the book, she explores her family's deep roots in Texas, dating back to the 1820s and...
Wonderscape
The Evolution of President's Day
Presidents' Day originated as a celebration of George Washington’s birthday, officially becoming a federal holiday in 1885. Over time, the holiday evolved to recognize Abraham Lincoln and other U.S. presidents, with the 1971 Uniform...
Makematic
Veterans Day
Veterans Day, celebrated every November 11th, honors military veterans who served in the United States Armed Forces. It is a time for remembrance and gratitude.
Makematic
Presidents’ Day
Learn about the origins of Presidents’ Day, a federal holiday dedicated to honoring George Washington and all U.S. Presidents.
Makematic
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Indigenous Peoples' Day pays tribute to America's original inhabitants, honoring their rich cultures, languages, and significant contributions to the nation.
Makematic
Juneteenth
Every year on June 19th, the United States celebrates the end of slavery. In this video, learn about the history and meaning of Juneteenth.
Great Big Story
Anna Jarvis and the irony of mother's day
Discover the origin of Mother's Day and how its founder, Anna Jarvis, fought against the commercialization of her heartfelt holiday.
Curated Video
Vacation Preparation: Leadership Priorities when You're Leaving the Office
Vacation preparation is not just packing your bags; it's leaving everything tidy. So, at vacation time, what are your leadership priorities when you're leaving the office? If it's vacation time, know this: Your project won't stop while...
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Only In France 6 - Marathon Dancing
Marathon Dancing:To coincide with the World Athletics Championships in the French capital, TDK organizes a dance marathon as their own unique marathon event.
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Landmarks - Animal Hotel
ANIMAL HOTEL WELL HERE S A LANDMARK OF A DIFFERENT KIND. IT MAY NOT RANK WITH THE PYRAMIDS OR MT EVEREST BUT FROM AN ANIMAL S POINT OF VIEW IT MAY BE MORE POPULAR AND RELAXING. YES, THERE IS AT LAST, AN ANIMAL HOTEL AND IT S IN BERLIN,...
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Only In Russia 7 - Scaling Santa's Rounds
Scaling Santa's Rounds:Despite the scarcity of chimney chutes in the Russian capital, St. Nicholas finds creative ways to make his rounds, spreading holiday cheer.
Step Back History
The Aztec Roots of the Day of the Dead
Mexico's Dia de Muertos is a celebration of the connection between life and death with music, colour, and food. Let's find out how such a unique holiday came into being.
Religion for Breakfast
What is Yom Kippur?
In this episode we examine the topic: What is Yom Kippur?
Curated Video
Factpack: Bird Migrations
The astonishing journeys of record-breaking migrating birds. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the start of a learning...
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Ratios: Currency Exchange
Why are currencies worth different values, and how do you calculate the cross-currency value of your money? Maths - Number A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s context films show abstract...
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The Carbon Family - Carbon Footprint
Welcome to the home of the Carbon family. Discover how much carbon they - and many average families - use every single year. Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning Points. 50% of CO2 produced by humans comes from...
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The Future Carbon Family
What changes can the Carbon Family make in daily life to substantially decrease their carbon footprint? Everyday changes that could make the world of difference to our planet's climate. Human Geography - A Changing World - Learning...
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Hawaii: Impacts of Tourism
Hawaii has benefitted from the growth of global tourism: but what have the impacts been on its environment and culture? Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Hawaii is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world,...