Five Thousand Years
How to Wear Hanfu: Qiyao Ruqun (齊腰襦裙) from the Tang Dynasty
There are two types of Ruqun if categorized by where the skirt is tied - one with the skirt tied above the chest, and the other one is tied on the waist. During the Tang Dynasty, other than the iconic Qixiong Ruqun, a variety of Qiyao or...
PBS
Why Was Crossdressing Illegal?
Clothing is ultimately just fabric designed to cover our bodies. So why was it illegal for women to wear men's clothing and for men to wear women's clothing? And why is it still illegal in some parts of the world?
Language Tree
Intro Spanish Lesson: Articles of Clothing Part 2
Learn how to say different articles of clothing in Spanish.
Curated Video
Mad Ann Bailey: Heroine of the Kanawha Valley
Historic accounts describe her “wild” appearance. So why did English settler Mad Ann Bailey don men’s clothes to take up the fight against Native American tribes?
Five Thousand Years
Chinese Custom how to KOWTOW, how to BOW - and when to use them
According to the book Rites of Zhou, which was written around the 2nd century BC, there are nine major types of kowtow and three major types of bowing. This video will show you the basics of Chinese greetings, such as how to kowtow, how...
Vlogbrothers
The Woman Who Invented Stuffed Animals
In which John discusses the extraordinary life of Margarete Steiff and the invention of stuffed animals. I first learned about Margarete Steiff while researching the (genuinely astonishing) history of teddy bears; History is both a story...
Five Thousand Years
Chinese Wisdom - It’s Smart to be a Fool
There’s a famous Chinese saying 傻人有傻福 which means #FortuneFavorsFools. On this April Fool’s Day, I want to talk about why I think a foolish person is actually smart.
Mythology & Fiction Explained
The Dark & Strange Legends of Christmas Festivitie
Today we take a look at 5 festive legends including, Gryla, the Yule Cat, the Yule Lads, Befana and the Kallikantzaros. From Iceland we have the terrible child eating troll Gryla, her pet cat the Yule Cat which stalks the snowy...
English Tree TV
Clothes Song | Put On Your Clothes | Kids Clothing Song!
Children's clothes song! Kids sing and learn clothing names in this catchy and fun music video. Perfect for babies, toddlers, ESL or EFL students, children, parents, and families. Learn all the clothes like shoes, socks, hat, shirt,...
Curated Video
IELTS Band 9 Part 3 Speaking Answers: Clothes and Fashion
Today you’ll hear IELTS band 9 Part 3 speaking answers about clothes and fashion.
Curated Video
Understanding Idioms: A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
In this video lesson, students will learn the meaning of the idiom "a wolf in sheep's clothing" by using context clues. The teacher explains how idioms cannot be understood by looking at the meaning of individual words and provides...
Mr. Beat
Minnesota and Wisconsin Compared
Mr. Beat compares and contrasts Minnesota and Wisconsin, two fairly similar Upper Midwestern states.
English Tree TV
Clothes Song | I Can't Find My Pants! | Kids Songs & Nursery Rhymes
It’s a Clothes Song for children! Put on your shoes and pants and shirt...but first you have to find the clothing!! Watch as this kid looks for his clothes in his messy room, and sing along and learn clothing names in this fun music...
The Wall Street Journal
Fashion Forward
When Polina Veksler and Alexandra Waldman created Universal Standard, their goal was to create beautiful, size-inclusive clothing for all women. The founders discuss the growth of the brand, and creating clothes that actually fit women's...
Curated Video
Camouflage: The Art of Concealment and Visual Perception
In this video, we explore the fascinating concept of camouflage. From military uniforms to animals blending into their surroundings, we delve into the science behind this adaptive ability. Discover how our visual system and perception...
Curated Video
Part 2 Sample Answer- Describe a Small Business
Part 2 Sample Answer- Describe a Small Business
English Tree TV
Clothes Song 2 | Put On Your Shoes | English Tree TV
It’s a fun clothing song for kids! Put on your shoes, let’s go outside! Learn and teach the clothes vocabulary words for children, ESL/EFL students, babies, toddlers, and more with this fun educational music video. Let's get dressed and...
Language Tree
Intro Spanish Lessons: Footwear and Accessories
Learn how to say different types of footwear and clothing accessories in Spanish.
Curated Video
Does a Bear Wear Boots?
Does an ox wear an overcoat? Does a duck wear a diaper? What about a bear in boots? People wear clothes, but what about animals? This fun and informative book takes a lighthearted look at clothing, why people wear the things they do and...
60 Second Histories
People in a Medieval castle; the constable's wife
This video describes some of the staff who work within the castle such as the house steward and the chamberlain and the duties they carry out
Five Thousand Years
Virus Survival Secrets from Ancient China that Can Save Your Life!
Did you know that China has a recorded history of fending off plagues and viruses for more than 4,700 years? let's talk about what are the secrets to their survival, and what can we learn from them today.
Weird History
The Real Story Behind 'A Dingo Ate My Baby'
Since filmmakers released A Cry In The Dark in 1988, dozens of sitcoms and reality shows over the years have referenced the phrase "A dingo ate my baby!" The expression is based on a true incident. The story of 2-month-old Azaria...