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Let's Play Odds vs. Evens With the Numberblocks

The Odd Blocks and Even Tops are ready to play! Do the puzzles to join the teams. Choose an odd and even number for the scores. Who's in the lead? Circle the Odd Block team in red and the Even Tops team in blue!

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Laleh Seddigh’s Bold Racing Journey

In Laleh Seddigh’s Bold Racing Journey, learn about Iran's first female race car driver, who broke barriers by racing against men in a sport traditionally dominated by men. In a society where women are discouraged from participating in sports, Laleh proved women are just as capable. Laleh’s passion for driving started when she was just 11 years old, and her mother remembers catching her behind the wheel of a Buick one day. Now, racing is not just her hobby — it's a career that continues to challenge stereotypes. 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.

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Billie Jean King's Fight for Equality

In Billie Jean King's Fight for Equality, sports journalist Clare Balding talks to Billie Jean King about her influence on equality for women in sport. King put her career on the line when she accepted an offer to play against one of the world's top male tennis players, Bobby Riggs, and won. 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.

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How Pele Brought Soccer to the U.S.

In How Pele Brought Soccer to the U.S., sports journalist Clare Balding discusses Pele's contributions to the popularity of soccer. Pele’s last World Cup match in 1970 helped him emerge as a hero, and in 1971 he brought the game to the United States. 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.

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The Extraordinary Abilities of Breath-Hold Divers

In The Extraordinary Abilities of Breath-Hold Divers, learn about the abilities of breath-hold divers and the scientific discoveries that are being made as researchers study their techniques. Understand the human body's remarkable ability to adapt and how these findings could have future applications in medicine and technology. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.

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Wrestling Is Transformative for Young Teen Boys

Wrestling is a healthy outlet for young boys with ADHD at one faith -based nonprofit. Schools believe they’re seeing a positive effect from the choreographed wrestling including renewed confidence, focus, and a better attitude. This video is excerpted from BBC News.

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The Go Jetters Play at Wimbledon

In The Go Jetters Play at Wimbledon, the Go Jetters crew is in London at the Wimbledon tennis court. Ubercorn shares funky facts about Wimbledon including what makes the stadium unique and why it has a guard hawk. 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

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Mastering Winter Sports: The Science Behind Winning on Ice and Snow!
The article "Mastering Winter Sports: The Science Behind Winning on Ice and Snow!" from BBC Science Focus takes a look at how athletes use scientific principles to gain an edge in winter sports. It covers techniques and equipment used in speed skating, bobsledding, curling, ski jumping, snowboard cross, and giant slalom.
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The Super Fast Three-Wheeled Sports Car

In The Super Fast Three-Wheeled Sports Car, presenter and motorbike racer Grace Webb explains the unique features that make this sports car so fun to drive. It drives like a car but feels like a motorcycle! This video is excerpted from BBC’s Grace’s Amazing Machines, a children’s show that introduces kids to some of the biggest, fastest, and most amazing machines in the world.

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Should Esports Be an Olympic Sport?

In Should Esports Be an Olympic Sport?, some wonder if competitive gaming should join the Olympics, which could give it global recognition. While esports already has huge international competitions, the Olympic Committee isn’t interested in these games yet. But with esports growing fast and players making millions, some say it doesn’t even need the Olympics to succeed! 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.

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What Were the Ancient Olympics Like? Take a Visit to the Games of 436BC
The article "What Were the Ancient Olympics Like? Take a Visit to the Games of 436BC" from BBC's HistoryExtra is a time-travel guide to one of the greatest sporting events of the ancient world. With vivid descriptions of travel, food, competition, and cultural traditions, readers explore the five-day festival in Olympia. From brutal pankration to sacred feasts for Zeus, the ancient Games come vividly to life.
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The First Rugby Match Between Nations: Scotland vs. England, 1871
The article "The First Rugby Match Between Nations: Scotland vs. England, 1871" from BBC's HistoryExtra explores the events of March 27, 1871, when the very first international rugby game was played in Edinburgh. It covers the background, gameplay, and how the match marked the beginning of one of the sport’s greatest rivalries.