Curated Video
How the Evergreen Tree Became a Symbol of Christmas
Victorian Christmas part 1 During the Victorian era, Christmas evolved to become a family-oriented holiday and the tradition of the Christmas tree began! Learn how an image of Queen Victoria popularized the evergreen tree as a symbol of...
TED Talks
Regina Dugan: From mach-20 glider to hummingbird drone
"What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?" asks Regina Dugan, then director of DARPA, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. In this breathtaking talk she describes some of the extraordinary projects -- a...
Flag House Activity Channel
3 Awesome Phys Ed Flying Disc Activities! (Ep. 52 - Bullying Awareness Flying Disc)
Get your flyer skills on with these great introductory lessons on using Flying Discs. John shows some great activities that teach the basics of catching and throwing combined with the Bullying Awareness program to provide teachable moments.
Curated Video
Christmas in the 18th Century part 3: Santa Claus and Other Traditions of the Georgian Christmas
In this video, we take a look at the evolution of Santa Claus and other traditions that emerged during the Georgian period. We explore how Santa Claus became a more prominent figure in the festive season, and how he began to merge with...
Kult America
American Makes Polish Christmas Dinner
I've been proudly living in Poland for many years and had a several occasions to experience traditional Polish Christmas dinner - Wigilia. This year I've decided to cook it by myself and make a surprise for my friends and family. See how...
Curated Video
How Did the Victorians Celebrate Christmas?
Victorian Christmas part 8 The Victorians were the first to create what we might recognize as a modern Christmas, modifying medieval meals and focusing on family, children, and charity during the holiday season.
Bedtime History
History of Christmas Trees for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the origin of Christmas trees which started in ancient European times and now is a primary tradition in cultures around the world that celebrate Christmas.
Science360
Projections by the IPCC - How Do We Know?
Overviewing what the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicts some startling events and effects due to climate change.
The Kiboomers
One Elephant Went Out to Play Song | Kids Song | Nursery Rhyme | The Kiboomers
"ONE ELEPHANT WENT OUT TO PLAY SONG"
One elephant went out to play
Upon a spiders’ web one day
He had such enormous fun
He called for another elephant to come.
Two elephants went out to play
Upon a spiders’ web one day
They had...
Curated Video
How to Make Snow Globe
Christmas is the perfect time for homemade crafts. Making your own magical Christmas snow globe is a beautiful activity that could be turned in a family tradition. This DIY Santa snow globe is charming and totally doable. Does your...
Epic Reads
Authors’ Favorite Gifts & Traditions | Happy Holidays!
Gift-giving and traditions make the holiday season even more special, so we asked some of our favorite authors to share the books they love to gift AND their craziest family traditions! (Who would say no to Chinese food on Christmas?)...
National Theatre
Angels in America: Flying the Angel
Aerial Director Gwen Hales and Puppetry Director Finn Caldwell discuss their approach to flying actors and puppeteers in Angels in America, and we follow the human counterweights on the production.
Curated Video
Animal Friends Decorate the Christmas Tree: Celebrating Traditions and Generosity
In this video, the host and various animal guests come together to decorate a Christmas tree and discuss the importance of traditions and celebrations during the holiday season. Each animal shares their own story and perspective,...
AllTime 10s
10 Christmas Traditions With Shocking Origins
When you think of Christmas you tend to think of family together and presents under the tree. You maybe don't think of horrifying creatures and human sacrifice.
One Minute History
Dr. Seuss - Epic Artist Series - Children's Book Legends - One Minute History
Theodor Seuss Geisel is born in Springfield, Massachusetts. At twenty-one, he publishes his first cartoon under the pen name “Dr Seuss”; his mother’s maiden name, pronounced ‘Zoice!’. Theodor marries and begins working as an illustrator...
One Minute History
003 Dr. Seuss - One Minute History
Theodor Seuss Geisel is born in Springfield, Massachusetts. At twenty one, he publishes his first cartoon under the pen name “Dr. Seuss”; his mother’s maiden name, pronounced ‘Zoice!’. Theodor marries and begins working as an illustrator...
Reading Through History
Why do we send Christmas Cards?
The following video provides a short history of Christmas cards. Get the Christmas workbook: http://amzn.to/2gRAzhP **** Teachers, check out our holiday lessons: http://bit.ly/2gEbKs8 *** Follow us on Facebook:...
Reading Through History
Traditional Christmas Foods
The following video provides a brief introduction to some of the more traditional Christmas food items, including plum pudding, mince meat pie, eggnog, and more. Get the workbook here: http://amzn.to/2gRAzhP **** Teachers, check out our...
Reading Through History
🎄What is "A Christmas Carol"?🎄
The following video provides a brief summary of the story "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. Get the workbook here: http://amzn.to/2gRAzhP **** Teachers, check out our holiday lessons: http://bit.ly/2gEbKs8 *** Follow us on...
Kids Academy
We Wish You a Merry Christmas - Chrismas Songs & Carols for Kids
We Wish You a Merry Christmas! Singing Christmas songs is a holiday tradition enjoyed by many. Teach your students this traditional Christmas carol and they will be ready to share Christmas cheer with friends and family. While the song,...
Curated Video
Holly And The Ivy Lyrics - Christmas Carol - Singalong Song Lyrics
The Holly and the Ivy Traditional English Carol "The Holly and the Ivy" is a traditional British folk Christmas carol. The song is catalogued as Roud Folk Song Index No. 514. Lyrics: The following are taken from Sharp's English...
Kids Academy
Jingle Bells Song with Lyrics - Christmas Songs and Carols for Kids
Singing Christmas carols is a tradition that many enjoy doing each Christmas. Children especially enjoy singing the songs of the holiday season. One of the first Christmas songs for kids that children learn to sing is the Jingle Bells...
Kids Academy
Jingle Bells Song | Sing with Kids Academy | Christmas Songs and Carols
Christmas is coming soon! Let's sing Jingle Bells Song together! It's Kids Academy and welcome back to our channel! Singing Christmas songs is a holiday tradition enjoyed by many especially by children. Teach your students this...
Curated Video
Here We Come A-Wassailing - Traditional English Christmas Song - Singalong With Lyrics
Here We Come A-wassailing is a traditional English Christmas carol dating from at least the mid 19th century, but possibly much older. The old English wassail song refers to 'wassailing', or singing carols door to door wishing good...