Learn how schools are combating student anxiety and the rise in school absences by offering mindfulness tools and strategies. Since the pandemic, there’s been a drop in school attendance nationally, but schools are hoping this support will work. This video is excerpted from BBC News, a high-quality news program that provides impartial, distinctive information to educate and entertain.
In The Go Jetters Have a Mindful Moment With a Giant Buddha, the Go Jetters crew explores mindfulness and visit the Giant Buddha, an ancient monument in China. Ubercorn shares some funky facts about the statue, including how it’s more than 1,000 years old and how its foot is so large it can hold 100 people. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four international heroes as they travel the globe visiting landmarks and solving environmental problems with Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.
The article "5 Hacks to Supercharge Your Willpower" from BBC's Science Focus explains how to improve self-control using scientific methods. It covers techniques such as resisting temptation, using glucose, focusing on fewer resolutions, controlling your environment, and practicing mindfulness and meditation.
The article ""Oppenheimer: The Mind Behind the Atomic Bomb and the Moral Fallout That Followed" from BBC's HistoryExtrafollows J. Robert Oppenheimer's pivotal role in developing the atomic bomb during the Manhattan Project, his motivations, political associations, and the psychological toll of unleashing such a destructive force.
In Albert Einstein's Revolutionary Mind, host Chris Packham explores how Einstein revolutionized physics and defied convention. As a Jewish refugee and devout pacifist, Einstein’s ideas on time, space, and morality inspired both scientific breakthroughs and social justice. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Icons: The Greatest Person of the 20th Century, a documentary series celebrating the achievements of the most influential figures of the era.
This fun lesson uses the Bluey episode "Asparagus" as the kickoff to a classroom conversation about good and bad manners. After all, we're not animals! 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 manner.
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!
Make early reading feel magical with this Alphablocks Word Magic printable bundle! Designed with busy teachers and families in mind, these pages offer simple, joyful practice that helps young readers build confidence one word at a time. Students can trace letters to complete each word or use their letter tiles to build it themselves — an effective way to strengthen phonics understanding through both writing and hands-on play.
This “Word Magic” pack includes engaging practice with:
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Hard “c” words to help students recognize how the letter c can change its sound.
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Words with the “ear” sound, giving readers experience with trickier vowel teams.
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“ch” and “sh” digraphs, perfect for boosting early decoding skills.
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“ai” and “ee” vowel patterns, supporting growing readers as they learn long-vowel spellings.
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Ending blends like nd, nt, and mp for stronger blending and spelling accuracy.
These worksheets are perfect for small-group instruction, literacy centers, morning work, tutoring, or home reading practice. They’re easy to use, fun to repeat, and help students feel proud of the words they can read and make.
Looking for even more Alphablocks resources? We have tons available — just search “Alphablocks” on the site!
The article "Benjamin Franklin’s Bright Ideas: From Lightning Rods to Bifocals" from BBC's HistoryExtra highlights Franklin’s curious mind and lifelong passion for learning. It explains how he used science and creativity to develop useful inventions like the lightning rod, bifocal glasses, and even an unspillable soup bowl, while also uncovering the electric nature of lightning with his famous kite experiment.
In Understanding Sleep Paralysis, host Harith Iskander explores the phenomenon of sleep paralysis, a condition where the mind wakes up, but the body remains in a state of sleep. Learn how the brain transitions between sleep stages, particularly REM, and why the body remains immobile to prevent us from acting out our dreams. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Got Science?, a science magazine series that explores and explains science in everyday life.
Meet the Icons of the 20th Century. From brilliant scientists and inspiring activists to legendary athletes and artists, these remarkable individuals changed the world in powerful ways. In this video playlist of clips from BBC's Icons: The Greatest Person of the 20th Century, meet Muhammad Ali, Helen Keller, Albert Einstein, Martin Luther King Jr., Pablo Picasso, Jane Goodall, Pelé, Billie Holiday and others — each a trailblazer who shaped history through courage, creativity, and conviction. A perfect playlist to inspire young minds to think big and act boldly!
Dive into the fascinating world of octopuses with this engaging playlist of 10 clips from BBC's Blue Planet and Natural World: The Octopus in My House. From playful antics and clever communication to incredible evolution and underwater adventures, explore the intelligence and charm of these eight-armed marvels. Perfect for curious minds and ocean lovers alike!
In Caring for Ginger the Pug, host Rory Crawford meets Ginger the pug. Pugs are lively little dogs with clever minds and snuggly personalities, and they come in all sorts of colors — though their noses and mouths are always black! Learn how to care for Ginger, from feeding her the right amount of food to keeping her hydrated with fresh water every day. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.
Learn how schools are combating student anxiety and the rise in school absences by offering mindfulness tools and strategies. Since the pandemic, there’s been a drop in school attendance nationally, but schools are hoping this support will work. This video is excerpted from BBC News, a high-quality news program that provides impartial, distinctive information to educate and entertain.
In The Go Jetters Have a Mindful Moment With a Giant Buddha, the Go Jetters crew explores mindfulness and visit the Giant Buddha, an ancient monument in China. Ubercorn shares some funky facts about the statue, including how it’s more than 1,000 years old and how its foot is so large it can hold 100 people. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four international heroes as they travel the globe visiting landmarks and solving environmental problems with Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.
The article "5 Hacks to Supercharge Your Willpower" from BBC's Science Focus explains how to improve self-control using scientific methods. It covers techniques such as resisting temptation, using glucose, focusing on fewer resolutions, controlling your environment, and practicing mindfulness and meditation.
The article ""Oppenheimer: The Mind Behind the Atomic Bomb and the Moral Fallout That Followed" from BBC's HistoryExtrafollows J. Robert Oppenheimer's pivotal role in developing the atomic bomb during the Manhattan Project, his motivations, political associations, and the psychological toll of unleashing such a destructive force.
In Albert Einstein's Revolutionary Mind, host Chris Packham explores how Einstein revolutionized physics and defied convention. As a Jewish refugee and devout pacifist, Einstein’s ideas on time, space, and morality inspired both scientific breakthroughs and social justice. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Icons: The Greatest Person of the 20th Century, a documentary series celebrating the achievements of the most influential figures of the era.
This fun lesson uses the Bluey episode "Asparagus" as the kickoff to a classroom conversation about good and bad manners. After all, we're not animals! 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 manner.
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!
Make early reading feel magical with this Alphablocks Word Magic printable bundle! Designed with busy teachers and families in mind, these pages offer simple, joyful practice that helps young readers build confidence one word at a time. Students can trace letters to complete each word or use their letter tiles to build it themselves — an effective way to strengthen phonics understanding through both writing and hands-on play.
This “Word Magic” pack includes engaging practice with:
-
Hard “c” words to help students recognize how the letter c can change its sound.
-
Words with the “ear” sound, giving readers experience with trickier vowel teams.
-
“ch” and “sh” digraphs, perfect for boosting early decoding skills.
-
“ai” and “ee” vowel patterns, supporting growing readers as they learn long-vowel spellings.
-
Ending blends like nd, nt, and mp for stronger blending and spelling accuracy.
These worksheets are perfect for small-group instruction, literacy centers, morning work, tutoring, or home reading practice. They’re easy to use, fun to repeat, and help students feel proud of the words they can read and make.
Looking for even more Alphablocks resources? We have tons available — just search “Alphablocks” on the site!
The article "Benjamin Franklin’s Bright Ideas: From Lightning Rods to Bifocals" from BBC's HistoryExtra highlights Franklin’s curious mind and lifelong passion for learning. It explains how he used science and creativity to develop useful inventions like the lightning rod, bifocal glasses, and even an unspillable soup bowl, while also uncovering the electric nature of lightning with his famous kite experiment.
In Understanding Sleep Paralysis, host Harith Iskander explores the phenomenon of sleep paralysis, a condition where the mind wakes up, but the body remains in a state of sleep. Learn how the brain transitions between sleep stages, particularly REM, and why the body remains immobile to prevent us from acting out our dreams. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Got Science?, a science magazine series that explores and explains science in everyday life.
Meet the Icons of the 20th Century. From brilliant scientists and inspiring activists to legendary athletes and artists, these remarkable individuals changed the world in powerful ways. In this video playlist of clips from BBC's Icons: The Greatest Person of the 20th Century, meet Muhammad Ali, Helen Keller, Albert Einstein, Martin Luther King Jr., Pablo Picasso, Jane Goodall, Pelé, Billie Holiday and others — each a trailblazer who shaped history through courage, creativity, and conviction. A perfect playlist to inspire young minds to think big and act boldly!
Dive into the fascinating world of octopuses with this engaging playlist of 10 clips from BBC's Blue Planet and Natural World: The Octopus in My House. From playful antics and clever communication to incredible evolution and underwater adventures, explore the intelligence and charm of these eight-armed marvels. Perfect for curious minds and ocean lovers alike!
In Caring for Ginger the Pug, host Rory Crawford meets Ginger the pug. Pugs are lively little dogs with clever minds and snuggly personalities, and they come in all sorts of colors — though their noses and mouths are always black! Learn how to care for Ginger, from feeding her the right amount of food to keeping her hydrated with fresh water every day. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My Pet and Me, a children’s show that introduces kids to the rewards and responsibilities involved when having a pet.