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.
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.
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.
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.
In Alan Turing's Tragic Ending, host Chris Packham recounts the harrowing story of Alan Turing, a brilliant mind crushed by societal discrimination. Despite his groundbreaking contributions to science, Turing faced devastating personal struggles following his conviction for being in a same-sex relationship. 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.
In From Refugee to Presidential Candidate, host Radzi Chinyanganya introduces Fadumo Dayib, a refugee who overcame adversity to become a presidential candidate in Somalia. Fadumo reflects on her journey, how her background shaped her mindset, and how she visualized a better future for herself as a young girl. Fadumo’s story serves as an example of how believing in oneself can lead to transformative success. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My World, a program created for teenagers eager to learn more about the important stories shaping our world.
In How Warren Buffett Turned Smart Deals Into Billions, learn about Warren Buffett, famous for his unique way of making deals and spotting great business opportunities. When he bought Nebraska Furniture Mart, he skipped the usual long negotiations and paperwork, sealing the deal for $50 million — way less than it was actually worth! Buffett has a talent for staying calm and letting sellers lower their own prices without even realizing it. Thanks to his sharp business skills, he quickly turned his smart investments into a billion-dollar empire. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Greatest Money Maker, which explores Warren Buffett’s unique investment strategies and business mindset.
In Black Holes and Space-Time, narrator Kate Yule describes Stephen Hawking's greatest work on black holes, where gravitational fields are so strong that nothing can get away, and the denser matter becomes, the more space-time is warped. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Einstein & Hawking: Masters of Our Universe, a mind-bending documentary that tells the story of how the two most famous scientists of the 20th Century transformed our understanding of the Universe and changed the world.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In Alan Turing's Tragic Ending, host Chris Packham recounts the harrowing story of Alan Turing, a brilliant mind crushed by societal discrimination. Despite his groundbreaking contributions to science, Turing faced devastating personal struggles following his conviction for being in a same-sex relationship. 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.
In From Refugee to Presidential Candidate, host Radzi Chinyanganya introduces Fadumo Dayib, a refugee who overcame adversity to become a presidential candidate in Somalia. Fadumo reflects on her journey, how her background shaped her mindset, and how she visualized a better future for herself as a young girl. Fadumo’s story serves as an example of how believing in oneself can lead to transformative success. This video is excerpted from BBC’s My World, a program created for teenagers eager to learn more about the important stories shaping our world.
In How Warren Buffett Turned Smart Deals Into Billions, learn about Warren Buffett, famous for his unique way of making deals and spotting great business opportunities. When he bought Nebraska Furniture Mart, he skipped the usual long negotiations and paperwork, sealing the deal for $50 million — way less than it was actually worth! Buffett has a talent for staying calm and letting sellers lower their own prices without even realizing it. Thanks to his sharp business skills, he quickly turned his smart investments into a billion-dollar empire. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Greatest Money Maker, which explores Warren Buffett’s unique investment strategies and business mindset.
In Black Holes and Space-Time, narrator Kate Yule describes Stephen Hawking's greatest work on black holes, where gravitational fields are so strong that nothing can get away, and the denser matter becomes, the more space-time is warped. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Einstein & Hawking: Masters of Our Universe, a mind-bending documentary that tells the story of how the two most famous scientists of the 20th Century transformed our understanding of the Universe and changed the world.