In How Earth’s Tilt Shapes Our Climate, learn how the Earth’s 23.4° axial tilt causes seasons. Discover the equinoxes, when day and night are equal, and the solstices, which bring the longest and shortest days of the year. This video is excerpted from BBC's Orbit: Earth's Extraordinary Journey, an engaging documentary that explores the intricate dance between Earth and the Sun, revealing how our planet's motions shape the seasons, weather patterns, and life on Earth.
Discover the wonders of Chichén Itzá, one of the most important cities of the ancient Maya world and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Students will explore how the Maya used astronomy, mathematics, and engineering to create impressive temples and monuments that still amaze people today.
This Kahoot examines the history and design of Chichén Itzá, including the famous pyramid El Castillo, the role of calendars and celestial observations in Maya society, and the beliefs and traditions that shaped daily life. Students will also discover how ancient knowledge and culture influenced the construction of one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in the world.
Ideal for lessons on history, world cultures, mathematics, and geography, this Kahoot encourages students to explore the achievements and lasting legacy of the Maya civilization.
In Life in the Mangroves During Spring Tides, narrator Sir David Attenborough examines what happens in the sea-grass bed and mangrove forest when a large tide comes in. Learn how one animal, the tarpon, has adapted to living in an ecosystem that has low levels of oxygen. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.
In How Earth’s Tilt Shapes Our Climate, learn how the Earth’s 23.4° axial tilt causes seasons. Discover the equinoxes, when day and night are equal, and the solstices, which bring the longest and shortest days of the year. This video is excerpted from BBC's Orbit: Earth's Extraordinary Journey, an engaging documentary that explores the intricate dance between Earth and the Sun, revealing how our planet's motions shape the seasons, weather patterns, and life on Earth.
Discover the wonders of Chichén Itzá, one of the most important cities of the ancient Maya world and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Students will explore how the Maya used astronomy, mathematics, and engineering to create impressive temples and monuments that still amaze people today.
This Kahoot examines the history and design of Chichén Itzá, including the famous pyramid El Castillo, the role of calendars and celestial observations in Maya society, and the beliefs and traditions that shaped daily life. Students will also discover how ancient knowledge and culture influenced the construction of one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in the world.
Ideal for lessons on history, world cultures, mathematics, and geography, this Kahoot encourages students to explore the achievements and lasting legacy of the Maya civilization.
In Life in the Mangroves During Spring Tides, narrator Sir David Attenborough examines what happens in the sea-grass bed and mangrove forest when a large tide comes in. Learn how one animal, the tarpon, has adapted to living in an ecosystem that has low levels of oxygen. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Blue Planet, a definitive documentary series diving into the mysterious depths of the sea to discover the natural history of the world’s oceans and the rarely seen marine life that reside there.