Instructional Video5:05
Curated Video

Earthquakes: Nature's Deadly Forces

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video provides a sobering overview of the devastating impact of earthquakes around the world, highlighting major historical events such as the Tangshan earthquake in China and the Kobe earthquake in Japan. It also discusses the...
Instructional Video3:57
Wonderscape

Historic Earthquakes: Tragedy and Triumph in Disaster Response

K - 5th
Explore some of the most significant earthquakes in history, from the ancient tremors in China to the devastating events in San Francisco, Kashmir, Haiti, and Japan. Learn how these events have shaped seismological research and...
Instructional Video2:10
Curated Video

Breaking the Sound Barrier: Chuck Yeager's Historic Achievement

3rd - 12th
This video discusses the historic achievement of Chuck Yeager, who became the first man to break the sound barrier. It explains the challenges and risks associated with traveling faster than the speed of sound and highlights the...
Instructional Video1:48
Jabzy

Samurai Street Battles - Stuff That I Find Interesting

12th - Higher Ed
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Samurai Street Battles
Instructional Video5:06
Clarendon Learning

Earthquakes for Kids | A fun engaging introduction to Earthquakes and Tsunamis for Kids

K - 6th
In our video Earthquakes for kids we will provide and simple and engaging introduction to both earthquakes and Tsunamis. We will walk through historical examples, techniques to predict, ways you can stay safe during earthquakes and...
Instructional Video1:28:09
Curated Video

From “Old Chem” To The Sapp Center: An Historic Renovation | Teaching Chemistry at Stanford

9th - 11th
Stanford’s “Old Chem” opened its doors in 1902 and was home to the Department of Chemistry until 1989. Severe damage in the Loma Prieta earthquake required that “Old Chem” be closed. Surrounded by a tall hurricane fence for almost 30...
Instructional Video9:30
Curated Video

Budva - Historic Port Town in Montenegro

6th - Higher Ed
Budva, a historic port town on Montenegro’s Adriatic coast, has seen various rulers from Illyrians, Greeks, and Romans to Venetians and the Austro-Hungarians, and became part of an independent Montenegro in 2006. Despite an earthquake...
Instructional Video1:10
Curated Video

The Origin and Importance of Weekends: A Historical Perspective

3rd - 12th
This video provides a brief history of the origin of the weekend, starting from the absence of a nationally agreed break to the demands made by unions for Saturday and Sunday off. It highlights the passing of the Fair Labor Standards Act...
Instructional Video2:33
Curated Video

The History and Preservation of Rome's Colosseum

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The Colosseum in Rome is an iconic ancient stadium that has stood for over 2,000 years. It has served as a venue for games and blood sports, and continues to host large entertainment events. Despite damage from earthquakes and use as a...
Instructional Video3:22
Jabzy

Western Clothes in Japan - Stuff That I Find Interesting

12th - Higher Ed
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Western Clothes in Japan
Instructional Video2:20
Curated Video

The History and Legends of Vampires: From Dracula to Vlad the Impaler

3rd - 12th
In this video, the teacher explores the enduring popularity of vampires as fictional monsters, with a focus on Bram Stoker's Dracula. The teacher discusses how Stoker drew inspiration from historical figures like Vlad the Impaler and...
Instructional Video3:13
Curated Video

Kanda Myojin

6th - Higher Ed
Located in Chiyoda, this Shinto shrine has been watching over the neighborhoods of Kanda, Nihonbashi, Akihabara, Ootemachi, Marunouchi and others since the 14th century. Although the Gate of God suffered the fires, earthquakes and wars...
Instructional Video2:30
Curated Video

Santorini: Looking for Atlantis

6th - 12th
Could Atlantis, the mythical city which sank beneath the sea, be based in historical fact? The story of how a volcanic eruption on Crete may have inspired this enduring myth. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. In 1630BC, the...
Instructional Video0:41
Curated Video

The History of Bread as an Eraser: Edward Nairn and the First Rubber Eraser

3rd - 12th
In this video, we learn about the surprising historical use of bread as an eraser before the discovery of rubber erasers in 1770. The trivia question challenges viewers to guess the different purposes bread served, including as an...
Instructional Video2:35
Curated Video

The History and Evolution of Fencing: From Gladiators to Olympic Sport

3rd - 12th
Fencing is a historical sport that dates back to ancient times, evolving from the use of rocks to swords. It became popular in the Renaissance as a form of entertainment and eventually became an Olympic sport. Today, fencers engage in...
Instructional Video4:46
Curated Video

The Fascinating Truth About the Moon: Exploring its Mysteries and Impact on Earth

3rd - 12th
This video provides fascinating insights into the moon, debunking common misconceptions and revealing intriguing facts. From the existence of the far side of the moon to its impact on Earth's stability and climate, the video explores the...
Instructional Video2:04
Curated Video

Exploring the History and Purpose of Castles: From Protection to Private Residences

3rd - 12th
In this video, we explore the historical significance of castles and their purpose as protective structures. From their origins as safe havens for townspeople during times of threat, to their transformation into private residences for...
Instructional Video1:30
Curated Video

Unearthing Ancient Mysteries: The Dead Sea Scrolls and the Copper Scroll

3rd - 12th
This video explores the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the mysterious Copper Scroll, shedding light on their historical significance and the treasures they may hold. It delves into the origins of Christianity and Judaism through...
Instructional Video13:10
Curated Video

The surprising reason behind Chinatown's aesthetic

9th - 11th
The iconic "Chinatown" look started as a survival strategy. Have an idea for a story we should investigate for Missing Chapter? Tell us!href='http://bit.ly/2RhjxMy' target='_blank' rel='nofollow'>us! From London, to Manila, to...
Instructional Video4:04
Curated Video

Why the 1989 San Francisco Quake Was So Disastrous

9th - 11th
The 1989 San Francisco earthquake delivered a myriad of deadly disasters, all unfolding at the same time: from a collapsed freeway to deadly fires in the city's historic marina. From the show Make It Out Aliveef='http://bit.ly/2fUpyAR'...
Instructional Video6:19
Curated Video

When disasters and conflicts collide: Lebanon

9th - 11th
Lebanon students get classes in surviving war and disasters For students at Takmiliyat Al Koubba 2nd School in Tripoli in northern Lebanon, getting an education used to mean risking their lives in a hail of bullets. Pupils would dash...
Instructional Video5:25
Seeker

Why Do Rocks the Size of Cars Suddenly Break From Cliffs?

9th - 11th
Random rockfalls are still one of the biggest mysteries in geology - and figuring out what triggers them is an urgent quest in an area with millions of annual visitors. Will Supercomputers Create Virtual Maps of Your Body in the
Instructional Video9:30
Curated Video

Zvartnots Palace Church – Yerevan, Armenia

6th - Higher Ed
The Zvartnots Palace Church, near Yerevan and the Ararat Mountains, was a remarkable 7th-century circular church dedicated to angels, built on a stepped platform with intricate Armenian stonemasonry and grapevine carvings. Although...
Instructional Video10:04
Weird History

Major Disasters That Changed History

12th - Higher Ed
Some natural disasters have come dangerously close to ending the world as humanity has known it but, somehow, people continue on, working to rebuild the damaged world left behind. Strangely enough, natural disasters can end up...