Explore how women are represented in films and why those portrayals matter in this Kahoot inspired by BBC’s Her Story —The Female Revolution. Through the ideas and research shared by Geena Davis and the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, students will examine how movies and television influence the way people think about gender, power, and equality.
This Kahoot explores questions about representation, stereotypes, screen time, leadership roles, and how media can shape expectations for girls and boys. Students will build listening skills, vocabulary, and critical-thinking abilities while considering why balanced representation in film and entertainment can have a powerful social impact.
Watch the related BBC video, The Fight for Females in Film, then invite your Grade 6–12 students to test their knowledge and explore how storytelling and media influence culture, identity, and opportunity.
Meet Seven Women Leaders From All Around the World Who Broke Barriers.
They navigated crisis, criticism, and political pressure. They were pioneers, reformers, and power brokers — but they were also complex figures shaped by culture, controversy, and the eras in which they governed. In honor of Women’s History Month, this video playlist explores influential leaders from around the globe through BBC clips featuring Hillary Clinton, Margaret Thatcher, Michelle Bachelet, and more.
From national parliaments to international financial institutions, these women led in vastly different political systems and cultural landscapes. Some championed social reform. Others advanced market-driven policies. All faced intense scrutiny — not only for their decisions, but for their leadership styles, identities, and the expectations placed upon women in power.
This thoughtful playlist invites students to examine leadership with nuance: How do gender and politics intersect? How do public expectations shape women leaders differently? And what can we learn from both their accomplishments and their controversies?
In The Fight for Females in Film, Geena Davis, an actress and founder of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, points out that for every three male characters speaking in movies, there's only one female. She believes that by changing how women are portrayed in movies, we can help create a more balanced world with women in powerful roles. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
Explore the experiences of women who reached the highest levels of political leadership in this Kahoot about power, representation, and social change. Through the stories of Margaret Thatcher, Hillary Clinton, and Michelle Bachelet, students will examine how gender, prejudice, and feminism have shaped women’s paths to leadership in different countries and time periods.
This Kahoot explores the challenges and expectations faced by women in politics, including public perception, stereotypes, representation, and the debate over equality and leadership. Students will build listening skills, vocabulary, and historical awareness while considering how women leaders have influenced politics and challenged traditional ideas about power around the world.
Watch the related BBC video, Margaret Thatcher and Hillary Clinton, Women in Power, then invite your Grade 6–12 students to test their knowledge and explore how leadership and representation continue to shape society today.
Explore the remarkable career and global influence of Christine Lagarde, whose leadership helped shape major economic decisions around the world. From her early work in international law to leading some of the world’s most powerful financial institutions, students will discover how Lagarde broke barriers and became one of the most influential women in global finance.
This Kahoot examines key moments in Lagarde’s journey, including her leadership roles at the International Monetary Fund and the European Central Bank, and how her approach to leadership challenged traditional ideas about economics and decision-making. Students will build listening skills, vocabulary, and historical awareness while exploring topics such as global finance, leadership, international cooperation, and gender equality.
Watch the related BBC video, Christine Lagarde, Titan of Finance, then invite your Grade 6–12 students to test their knowledge and explore how leadership, resilience, and innovation can shape the world stage.
In Chhavi Rajawat, Local Leader in India, learn how Rajawat left her corporate career to serve her rural community in India. After new quotas increased opportunities for women leaders, she took on a mayor-like role to help address poverty and challenges faced by villagers, especially women. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Michelle Bachelet, Chile's First Woman President, learn how Michelle Bachelet challenged traditional expectations in a conservative country. As an atheist and a divorced single mother, she promoted gender equality by appointing an equal number of men and women to her cabinet, reshaping leadership norms. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Dalia Grybauskaitė, President of Lithuania, learn how Grybauskaitė rose to leadership in a country shaped by Soviet control and conflict. Although she never planned to become a leader, she accepted the responsibility and later defended Lithuania’s independence with confidence, even when facing powerful leaders who expected her to be afraid. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Julia Gillard, Education Advocate, listen as the former Australian Prime Minister reflects on her leadership and her work to expand education opportunities for girls worldwide. Drawing from her family’s experience with poverty and limited schooling, she advocates for equal access to education while facing criticism and gender bias during her political career. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Margot Wallström, Foreign Minister of Sweden, Wallström, who served from 2014 to 2019, talks about her decision to run a feminist foreign policy. She explains how this policy looks at the world’s problems from a gender perspective, asking whether women have the same rights, representation, and resources as men. Wallström shares how growing up in Sweden, one of Europe’s most equal societies, shaped her beliefs in unrestricted hope for the future. She also reflects on the extra scrutiny women face, such as having their appearance commented on, rather than focusing on their work. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Christine Lagarde, Titan of Finance, learn how Lagarde made history as the first woman to lead the International Monetary Fund and now serves as President of the European Central Bank. She shares stories about overcoming challenges in a male-dominated field, including being told she could never become a law firm partner simply because she was a woman. She worked tirelessly while raising two children, later earning their admiration for paving her own way. Lagarde believes that empowering women in finance and leadership will create prosperity for all. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Margaret Thatcher and Hillary Clinton, Women in Power, explore the experiences of female political leaders. Thatcher attributed her success to her abilities, and didn't focus on being a woman, though some critics say she didn’t create paths for other women. Clinton faced criticism for not emphasizing women’s rights in her 2008 presidential campaign. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
Explore how women are represented in films and why those portrayals matter in this Kahoot inspired by BBC’s Her Story —The Female Revolution. Through the ideas and research shared by Geena Davis and the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, students will examine how movies and television influence the way people think about gender, power, and equality.
This Kahoot explores questions about representation, stereotypes, screen time, leadership roles, and how media can shape expectations for girls and boys. Students will build listening skills, vocabulary, and critical-thinking abilities while considering why balanced representation in film and entertainment can have a powerful social impact.
Watch the related BBC video, The Fight for Females in Film, then invite your Grade 6–12 students to test their knowledge and explore how storytelling and media influence culture, identity, and opportunity.
Meet Seven Women Leaders From All Around the World Who Broke Barriers.
They navigated crisis, criticism, and political pressure. They were pioneers, reformers, and power brokers — but they were also complex figures shaped by culture, controversy, and the eras in which they governed. In honor of Women’s History Month, this video playlist explores influential leaders from around the globe through BBC clips featuring Hillary Clinton, Margaret Thatcher, Michelle Bachelet, and more.
From national parliaments to international financial institutions, these women led in vastly different political systems and cultural landscapes. Some championed social reform. Others advanced market-driven policies. All faced intense scrutiny — not only for their decisions, but for their leadership styles, identities, and the expectations placed upon women in power.
This thoughtful playlist invites students to examine leadership with nuance: How do gender and politics intersect? How do public expectations shape women leaders differently? And what can we learn from both their accomplishments and their controversies?
In The Fight for Females in Film, Geena Davis, an actress and founder of the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media, points out that for every three male characters speaking in movies, there's only one female. She believes that by changing how women are portrayed in movies, we can help create a more balanced world with women in powerful roles. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
Explore the experiences of women who reached the highest levels of political leadership in this Kahoot about power, representation, and social change. Through the stories of Margaret Thatcher, Hillary Clinton, and Michelle Bachelet, students will examine how gender, prejudice, and feminism have shaped women’s paths to leadership in different countries and time periods.
This Kahoot explores the challenges and expectations faced by women in politics, including public perception, stereotypes, representation, and the debate over equality and leadership. Students will build listening skills, vocabulary, and historical awareness while considering how women leaders have influenced politics and challenged traditional ideas about power around the world.
Watch the related BBC video, Margaret Thatcher and Hillary Clinton, Women in Power, then invite your Grade 6–12 students to test their knowledge and explore how leadership and representation continue to shape society today.
Explore the remarkable career and global influence of Christine Lagarde, whose leadership helped shape major economic decisions around the world. From her early work in international law to leading some of the world’s most powerful financial institutions, students will discover how Lagarde broke barriers and became one of the most influential women in global finance.
This Kahoot examines key moments in Lagarde’s journey, including her leadership roles at the International Monetary Fund and the European Central Bank, and how her approach to leadership challenged traditional ideas about economics and decision-making. Students will build listening skills, vocabulary, and historical awareness while exploring topics such as global finance, leadership, international cooperation, and gender equality.
Watch the related BBC video, Christine Lagarde, Titan of Finance, then invite your Grade 6–12 students to test their knowledge and explore how leadership, resilience, and innovation can shape the world stage.
In Chhavi Rajawat, Local Leader in India, learn how Rajawat left her corporate career to serve her rural community in India. After new quotas increased opportunities for women leaders, she took on a mayor-like role to help address poverty and challenges faced by villagers, especially women. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Michelle Bachelet, Chile's First Woman President, learn how Michelle Bachelet challenged traditional expectations in a conservative country. As an atheist and a divorced single mother, she promoted gender equality by appointing an equal number of men and women to her cabinet, reshaping leadership norms. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Dalia Grybauskaitė, President of Lithuania, learn how Grybauskaitė rose to leadership in a country shaped by Soviet control and conflict. Although she never planned to become a leader, she accepted the responsibility and later defended Lithuania’s independence with confidence, even when facing powerful leaders who expected her to be afraid. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Julia Gillard, Education Advocate, listen as the former Australian Prime Minister reflects on her leadership and her work to expand education opportunities for girls worldwide. Drawing from her family’s experience with poverty and limited schooling, she advocates for equal access to education while facing criticism and gender bias during her political career. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Margot Wallström, Foreign Minister of Sweden, Wallström, who served from 2014 to 2019, talks about her decision to run a feminist foreign policy. She explains how this policy looks at the world’s problems from a gender perspective, asking whether women have the same rights, representation, and resources as men. Wallström shares how growing up in Sweden, one of Europe’s most equal societies, shaped her beliefs in unrestricted hope for the future. She also reflects on the extra scrutiny women face, such as having their appearance commented on, rather than focusing on their work. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Christine Lagarde, Titan of Finance, learn how Lagarde made history as the first woman to lead the International Monetary Fund and now serves as President of the European Central Bank. She shares stories about overcoming challenges in a male-dominated field, including being told she could never become a law firm partner simply because she was a woman. She worked tirelessly while raising two children, later earning their admiration for paving her own way. Lagarde believes that empowering women in finance and leadership will create prosperity for all. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.
In Margaret Thatcher and Hillary Clinton, Women in Power, explore the experiences of female political leaders. Thatcher attributed her success to her abilities, and didn't focus on being a woman, though some critics say she didn’t create paths for other women. Clinton faced criticism for not emphasizing women’s rights in her 2008 presidential campaign. This video is excerpted from BBC's Her Story — The Female Revolution, which explores the history and impact of women’s rights movements and achievements of women.