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PreK-2 Classroom Resources

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Go Jetters: K–2 World Learning Adventures

Go Jetters is a fun BBC series that follows junior explorers as they zoom around the globe with their unicorn mentor, Ubercorn, discovering famous landmarks along the way.

This collection of video clips, printables, and games is a great way to teach geography and world cultures to young learners. You’ll find fun, simple activities to introduce K–2 students to new places.

Take a trip around the globe and make stops at six famous world landmarks — a joyful adventure into new places, people, and cultures. Let's go!

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Teaching Weather and Seasons in Kindergarten
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Seasonal Fun With Sarah and Duck

Consider this your introduction to one of BBC's most beloved children's programs. Sarah & Duck is a kids' show about the adventures of seven-year-old Sarah and her quacky, flappy best friend, Duck. These short episodes are perfect for teaching your PreK–Grade 2 students seasonal content and social-emotional skills. Each of these 10 videos comes complete with a Lesson Express. Show a video and then pick and choose from: Questions, Vocabulary, Writing Prompt, and Student Activities. This makes a great activity for morning meeting or a Friday reward!

Teaching Grades 3-5

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Teaching Ecosystems? We Have Just What You Need
Get our free ecosystems brochure template plus our six video collections!
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The Planets of Our Solar System Playlist

From the scorching surface of Mercury to the icy winds of Neptune, this BBC Learning Hub playlist takes you on an awe-inspiring voyage across our celestial neighborhood. Explore the mysteries of alien worlds, witness dramatic planetary weather, uncover the origins of Saturn’s rings, and ponder life on Mars. Whether you're a curious stargazer or a space science enthusiast, these video clips from landmark BBC series like The Planets and Wonders of the Solar System will ignite learner's imagination and deepen your cosmic curiosity.

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The New BBC Planet Planners Game is Live on Roblox
Gaming in school? Yes, and learning science and social studies while we're at it!
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Winter Holidays Around the World Mini-Book

Happy holidays! With so many celebrations all over the globe during this season, it's the perfect time to teach your Grade 3–5 students about winter holidays around the world. Make copies of this mini-book (simply print on both sides flipped on the short edge, stack, and fold to assemble) for your students and invite them to read about each holiday and complete a simple report page full of questions, coloring, drawing, favorite facts, and more. Here are the eight winter holidays covered:

  • Diwali: A Hindu Festival of Lights celebrating the victory of light over darkness, with lamps, fireworks, and family gatherings.

  • St. Lucia Day: A Scandinavian holiday honoring St. Lucia, featuring processions with candles and special buns to bring light during the dark winter.

  • Las Posadas: A Mexican tradition reenacting Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter, celebrated with processions, songs, and parties.

  • Hanukkah: A Jewish holiday celebrating the miracle of the Temple’s menorah oil lasting eight days, marked with candles, dreidel games, and fried foods.

  • Winter Solstice: The shortest day and longest night of the year, celebrated by many cultures as the return of the sun with feasts and light-themed traditions.

  • Christmas: A Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, often marked with gift-giving, decorations, and family gatherings.

  • Kwanzaa: A weeklong African American celebration honoring African heritage and the Seven Principles through candles, reflection, and community activities.

  • Lunar New Year: An Asian cultural holiday welcoming the new year on the lunar calendar, celebrated with family reunions, special foods, and traditions for good luck.

Classroom Resources for Grades 6-8

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Media Literacy in a Digital World
In our fast-paced world, where information is constantly being shared and consumed, our students need media literacy more than ever. In this unit, they'll gain the skills they need to become informed citizens. Designed for grades 6–8.
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Incredible India Video Playlist

Journey through India’s rich landscapes, vibrant cultures, and fascinating history in this captivating video collection. From the majestic Taj Mahal and bustling city streets of Jodhpur to the wild teak forests and flavorful samosa snacks, these videos bring India to life. Explore stories of legendary leaders like Ashoka and Gandhi, encounter curious langur monkeys, and dive into conversations around equality and tradition. Perfect for sparking global curiosity and cultural appreciation in your classroom!

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Join the WALKING WITH DINOSAURS Virtual Field Trip

The greatest stories of all time are true. On this thrilling Walking With Dinosaurs Virtual Field Trip, Grade 3–8 students will meet six iconic dinosaurs emerging from incredible digs. Ready to get started? Send your class directly to the Interactive Map to begin the field trip! Be sure to print and give a copy of the Paleontologist Field Journal to each student. You can also find a full lesson plan and more in our Teacher Guide.

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Teach the Coral Reef Ecosystem

Bring your students on an underwater adventure into the coral reef ecosystem! Whether you're exploring the vast beauty of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia or diving into the rich, biodiverse waters of Indonesia, coral reefs are some of the most vibrant and important ecosystems on Earth. 

Perfect for Grades 3–8, here’s what you need to bring ecosystems to life:

  • Iconic BBC Videos: Share the clips on this page to introduce the location, plants, animals, and climate of the coral reefs. (Don't miss the tusk fish an octopuses!) Brought to you by world-class BBC programs like Planet Earth, Blue Planet, Animal Babies, and Life. 
  • Free Printable: Use the Coral Reef Brochure Template to help students pull it all together in an ecosystem report with facts they’ve learned (and a little extra research).

It’s everything you need to make ecosystems easy to teach and truly memorable for your students.

Teaching Grades 9-12

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My World: Global Issues
​War. Climate change. Gender inequality. Our students are inheriting a world with problems. But knowledge is power. In this grade 6–12 unit, students explore major global issues, so they’ll be better equipped to think critically, engage in meaningful discussions, and propose solutions.
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Reducing Human Impact on Our Oceans
In this lesson, students will collaborate to understand how marine life is affected by human actions. The Dive into this engaging lesson where your students will uncover how human actions affect marine life. Kick things off with a fun game of "Three Truths and a Lie" about the ocean to spark curiosity and get everyone talking. Then, break into small groups and tackle a jigsaw activity as students watch short, thought-provoking videos about ocean animals and human impact. Together, they’ll share insights, tackle discussion questions, and use their newfound knowledge to create eye-catching infographics. These creations will inspire others to take action and protect our incredible oceans!
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Exploring Antarctica as Scientists
In this lesson, your students will step into the shoes of Antarctic scientists! They'll dive into the fascinating world of Antarctic research stations and unique wildlife with video clips from BBC’s Seven Worlds, One Planet and Frozen Planet. After exploring the videos and researching more about this frozen continent, your students will write a creative journal entry from the perspective of a research scientist sharing their experiences in Antarctica. You’ll wrap up the lesson with a meaningful class discussion about why studying Antarctica matters and how the discoveries made there could shape our world.