In The Go Jetters Join the Carnival Parade, the Go Jetters crew goes dancing in Brazil for the Rio Carnival, a big celebration that has been happening every year for over 250 years! The Carnival is filled with music, dancing, and colorful floats that are made by samba schools. People come from all over the world to join the fun and see the amazing parade! This video is excerpted from BBC’s Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four plucky international heroes as they travel the globe visiting the world’s most famous landmarks with their friend and mentor, Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.
Think You’re a Thanksgiving Expert? Let’s Find Out!
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks, feast with family and friends, and kick off the holiday season with all the trimmings. But how much do you really know about this classic American holiday, celebrated every year on the last Thursday in November?
From the First Thanksgiving feast to fun turkey trivia (yes, some of them actually blush!), this quiz is stuffed with fascinating facts and a few surprises. Only the most knowledgeable holiday historians and gravy gurus will make it to the top of the leaderboard.
In Paradise's Battle Against Wildfire, host Simon Reeve visits Paradise, California, a town ravaged by one of the deadliest wildfires in history. He meets Lori who shares her heartbreaking experience of fleeing her home with just two minutes to spare. Simon reveals how California’s droughts, rising temperatures, and dead trees are creating the perfect storm for wildfires, leaving communities like Paradise in ruins. 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 The Rains Turn a Desert Into Paradise, narrator Sir David Attenborough explains how water that has traveled a thousand miles arrives in the Okavango region of the Kalahari Desert. The water transforms the parched desert into a lush paradise teeming with life. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In The Tropics Cause Abundant Life and Broken Hearts, narrator Sir David Attenborough explains how constant direct sunlight allows plant and animal life to flourish. A male bird of paradise takes elaborate steps to attract a mate but is ultimately rejected. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In The Mouth of The River: Magic Where River Meets Sea, narrator Sir David Attenborough describes how playful macaques swim and splash in a watery paradise. Explore the world’s largest delta, the largest mangrove forest, and a salt-marsh grass habitat. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In The Gopher Tortoise, Hero of the Apalachicola Forest, the dry and sandy conditions of the Florida Panhandle make it susceptible to lightning strikes and forest fires. Fortunately, there is one remarkable creature that has helped hundreds of other species survive the flames. This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In Swallow-Tailed Kites, these birds take a break in Florida to breed, feed, and rest before continuing on their journey to South America. This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In One Deer Species' "Key" to Survival this smaller subspecies of white-tailed deer survived the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma by moving in closer to human habitats. But will this help or hurt the deer in the long run? This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In The Alligator Courtship Dance, male alligators in the Everglades engage in their bellowing ritual in hopes of attracting a mate. This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In Alligator Hatchlings Learn to Hunt, the summer wet season rejuvenates Florida landscapes and provides the ideal habitat for baby alligators. This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In The Go Jetters Join the Carnival Parade, the Go Jetters crew goes dancing in Brazil for the Rio Carnival, a big celebration that has been happening every year for over 250 years! The Carnival is filled with music, dancing, and colorful floats that are made by samba schools. People come from all over the world to join the fun and see the amazing parade! This video is excerpted from BBC’s Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four plucky international heroes as they travel the globe visiting the world’s most famous landmarks with their friend and mentor, Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.
Think You’re a Thanksgiving Expert? Let’s Find Out!
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks, feast with family and friends, and kick off the holiday season with all the trimmings. But how much do you really know about this classic American holiday, celebrated every year on the last Thursday in November?
From the First Thanksgiving feast to fun turkey trivia (yes, some of them actually blush!), this quiz is stuffed with fascinating facts and a few surprises. Only the most knowledgeable holiday historians and gravy gurus will make it to the top of the leaderboard.
In Paradise's Battle Against Wildfire, host Simon Reeve visits Paradise, California, a town ravaged by one of the deadliest wildfires in history. He meets Lori who shares her heartbreaking experience of fleeing her home with just two minutes to spare. Simon reveals how California’s droughts, rising temperatures, and dead trees are creating the perfect storm for wildfires, leaving communities like Paradise in ruins. 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 The Rains Turn a Desert Into Paradise, narrator Sir David Attenborough explains how water that has traveled a thousand miles arrives in the Okavango region of the Kalahari Desert. The water transforms the parched desert into a lush paradise teeming with life. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In The Tropics Cause Abundant Life and Broken Hearts, narrator Sir David Attenborough explains how constant direct sunlight allows plant and animal life to flourish. A male bird of paradise takes elaborate steps to attract a mate but is ultimately rejected. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In The Mouth of The River: Magic Where River Meets Sea, narrator Sir David Attenborough describes how playful macaques swim and splash in a watery paradise. Explore the world’s largest delta, the largest mangrove forest, and a salt-marsh grass habitat. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In The Gopher Tortoise, Hero of the Apalachicola Forest, the dry and sandy conditions of the Florida Panhandle make it susceptible to lightning strikes and forest fires. Fortunately, there is one remarkable creature that has helped hundreds of other species survive the flames. This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In Swallow-Tailed Kites, these birds take a break in Florida to breed, feed, and rest before continuing on their journey to South America. This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In One Deer Species' "Key" to Survival this smaller subspecies of white-tailed deer survived the devastating effects of Hurricane Irma by moving in closer to human habitats. But will this help or hurt the deer in the long run? This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In The Alligator Courtship Dance, male alligators in the Everglades engage in their bellowing ritual in hopes of attracting a mate. This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.
In Alligator Hatchlings Learn to Hunt, the summer wet season rejuvenates Florida landscapes and provides the ideal habitat for baby alligators. This video is excerpted from BBC's Natural World Florida: America's Animal Paradise, a series displaying Florida’s diverse wildlife and its resilience against increasing environmental threats.