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.
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.
In The Magic Behind the Entertainment Capital of Hollywood, host Simon Reeve tours through the famous streets of Hollywood, California, where dreams are made! From the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame to the stunning views of beaches and mountains, he explores why LA is known as the entertainment capital of the world. With 320 days of sunshine each year, it’s easy to see why millions flock to this glittering city to chase their Hollywood dreams. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The Americas With Simon Reeve, in which Simon Reeve explores the landscapes, cultures, and wildlife of North and South America
In Andrew Jackson and the Age of the Common Man, learn how Andrew Jackson became a national hero and the seventh president of the United States. His military victories, including the Battle of New Orleans, earned him the nickname “Old Hickory.” Jackson’s presidency marked a turning point in American politics, increasing voter participation and promoting reforms that empowered ordinary citizens, though his policies did not extend to Native Americans, resulting in the Indian Removal Act and the Trail of Tears.
In The Cherokee and the Trail of Tears, learn how the Cherokee Nation, originally from the southeastern U.S., was forced to give up most of its land to the U.S. government in the 1800s. Despite adopting Western ways, they were relocated after President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act in 1830. This led to the tragic Trail of Tears, where thousands of Cherokees died during the journey. However, the Cherokee rebuilt their nation in Oklahoma, with Tahlequah becoming their capital.
In The Whole Truth About George Washington, historian Lucy Worsley learns that not only did Washington enslave people, he also mistreated them. In 1780, the Pennsylvania Gradual Abolition Act stated that enslaved people had the right to petition for their freedom after six months. George Washington would take enslaved people out of the state and return so that the Act did not apply. This video is excerpted from BBC's American History's Biggest Fibs with Lucy Worsley, in which Worsley reveals the myths and manipulations behind American history.
Test Your Knowledge of the Civil Rights Movement
The Civil Rights Movement was a pivotal time in American history, when individuals and communities fought for equality, justice, and the basic rights of all people. From the oppressive Jim Crow laws to brave acts of resistance, this movement reshaped the nation.
This quiz will explore key events, influential leaders, and cultural milestones, including Emmett Till, Rosa Parks and the Montgomery bus boycott, the March on Washington, Bloody Sunday, the Voting Rights Act, Martin Luther King Jr., Charlotta Bass, Malcolm X, John Lewis, and Motown.
See how much you know about the struggle, the leaders, and the victories that helped create a more just society.
The article "The Boston Tea Party: The Protest That Sparked Revolution" from BBC's HistoryExtra explains the critical event in December 1773 when colonists protested British taxation by dumping 46 tons of tea into Boston Harbor. The Boston Tea Party marked a significant turning point in American history, galvanizing further rebellion that eventually led to the American Revolution.
The article "Legendary Cowboys and Gunslingers Who Defined the Wild West" from BBC's HistoryExtra highlights the lives of 13 influential figures of the Old West, from notorious outlaws like Jesse James and Billy the Kid to celebrated lawmen like Wyatt Earp and Wild Bill Hickok. These individuals shaped the history of the American frontier through their daring adventures, law enforcement, and infamous acts, becoming icons that continue to capture the imagination of the modern world.
In Belfast, Northern Ireland, researchers tried a simple but revealing experiment: they “lost” ten wallets around the city to see how people would respond. Each wallet had a little cash inside and a card showing how to return it to the owner.
Why does this matter? Scientists who study happiness say that how much people trust strangers — and how often strangers act kindly — is a big clue to how happy a place is overall. It turns out that things like strong communities, helping others, and even sharing meals can matter almost as much as money or jobs when it comes to well-being.
So the real question isn’t just how many wallets were returned — it’s what those choices say about how people treat each other, and how that shapes everyday happiness.
We're not animals! Watch the Bluey episode "Asparagus" before you teach this lesson about good and bad manners. The lesson includes printables for three activities in which kids act out scenes using Bluey character puppets, mix together manners to create a magical potion, and give out certificates to friends they catch minding their manners.
Asparagus Episode Summary: Dad tells Bluey to mind her manners at the table – they’re not animals! But when Bluey gets her hands on a stick of magic asparagus, she shows them everyone’s got a wild side!
Watch the episode here! (Click here to watch in Australia.)
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.
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.
In The Magic Behind the Entertainment Capital of Hollywood, host Simon Reeve tours through the famous streets of Hollywood, California, where dreams are made! From the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame to the stunning views of beaches and mountains, he explores why LA is known as the entertainment capital of the world. With 320 days of sunshine each year, it’s easy to see why millions flock to this glittering city to chase their Hollywood dreams. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The Americas With Simon Reeve, in which Simon Reeve explores the landscapes, cultures, and wildlife of North and South America
In Andrew Jackson and the Age of the Common Man, learn how Andrew Jackson became a national hero and the seventh president of the United States. His military victories, including the Battle of New Orleans, earned him the nickname “Old Hickory.” Jackson’s presidency marked a turning point in American politics, increasing voter participation and promoting reforms that empowered ordinary citizens, though his policies did not extend to Native Americans, resulting in the Indian Removal Act and the Trail of Tears.
In The Cherokee and the Trail of Tears, learn how the Cherokee Nation, originally from the southeastern U.S., was forced to give up most of its land to the U.S. government in the 1800s. Despite adopting Western ways, they were relocated after President Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act in 1830. This led to the tragic Trail of Tears, where thousands of Cherokees died during the journey. However, the Cherokee rebuilt their nation in Oklahoma, with Tahlequah becoming their capital.
In The Whole Truth About George Washington, historian Lucy Worsley learns that not only did Washington enslave people, he also mistreated them. In 1780, the Pennsylvania Gradual Abolition Act stated that enslaved people had the right to petition for their freedom after six months. George Washington would take enslaved people out of the state and return so that the Act did not apply. This video is excerpted from BBC's American History's Biggest Fibs with Lucy Worsley, in which Worsley reveals the myths and manipulations behind American history.
Test Your Knowledge of the Civil Rights Movement
The Civil Rights Movement was a pivotal time in American history, when individuals and communities fought for equality, justice, and the basic rights of all people. From the oppressive Jim Crow laws to brave acts of resistance, this movement reshaped the nation.
This quiz will explore key events, influential leaders, and cultural milestones, including Emmett Till, Rosa Parks and the Montgomery bus boycott, the March on Washington, Bloody Sunday, the Voting Rights Act, Martin Luther King Jr., Charlotta Bass, Malcolm X, John Lewis, and Motown.
See how much you know about the struggle, the leaders, and the victories that helped create a more just society.
The article "The Boston Tea Party: The Protest That Sparked Revolution" from BBC's HistoryExtra explains the critical event in December 1773 when colonists protested British taxation by dumping 46 tons of tea into Boston Harbor. The Boston Tea Party marked a significant turning point in American history, galvanizing further rebellion that eventually led to the American Revolution.
The article "Legendary Cowboys and Gunslingers Who Defined the Wild West" from BBC's HistoryExtra highlights the lives of 13 influential figures of the Old West, from notorious outlaws like Jesse James and Billy the Kid to celebrated lawmen like Wyatt Earp and Wild Bill Hickok. These individuals shaped the history of the American frontier through their daring adventures, law enforcement, and infamous acts, becoming icons that continue to capture the imagination of the modern world.
In Belfast, Northern Ireland, researchers tried a simple but revealing experiment: they “lost” ten wallets around the city to see how people would respond. Each wallet had a little cash inside and a card showing how to return it to the owner.
Why does this matter? Scientists who study happiness say that how much people trust strangers — and how often strangers act kindly — is a big clue to how happy a place is overall. It turns out that things like strong communities, helping others, and even sharing meals can matter almost as much as money or jobs when it comes to well-being.
So the real question isn’t just how many wallets were returned — it’s what those choices say about how people treat each other, and how that shapes everyday happiness.
We're not animals! Watch the Bluey episode "Asparagus" before you teach this lesson about good and bad manners. The lesson includes printables for three activities in which kids act out scenes using Bluey character puppets, mix together manners to create a magical potion, and give out certificates to friends they catch minding their manners.
Asparagus Episode Summary: Dad tells Bluey to mind her manners at the table – they’re not animals! But when Bluey gets her hands on a stick of magic asparagus, she shows them everyone’s got a wild side!