Image: two young people farm the land at MAO Farms

Culture

8 minute lesson

Celebrating Culture and Empowering Youth in Hawaii

How can farming help to educate students and empower them to become community leaders? Here’s how MA’O Farms is empowering Hawaiian youth through a unique celebration of cultural traditions!

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Culture

4 minute lesson

Penguins and Puppies: the Perfect Pair!

When foxes threatened the penguin population of Australia’s Middle Island, the perfect solution came from an unexpected place: a chicken farm!

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Image: London bridge at night with lights moving through it

History

3 minute lesson

The History of London in Paper

Explore 40,000 years of the history of London beautifully animated in stop-motion. This journey brings art and archaeology together in an awe-inspiring way.

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Culture

5 minute lesson

How Tortillas Can Change the World

Masienda works with farmers in Mexico to bring traditional food to America, changing lives and expanding cultural viewpoints.

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Cenote, Underwater Caves John Stanmeyer, National Geographic

Places

4 minute lesson

Exploring Mexico’s Underwater Caves

Cenotes might seem like nothing more than big pits, but these underground caves are central to the vibrant ecological health of the Yucatan jungle.

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Image: Japanese 3rd graders in masks and hairnets smiling

Culture

9 minute lesson

Re-Imagining School Lunch: Absolutely Fascinating Fun!

The lunch at this school in Japan could be described as delightful and inspiring… can yours? See what they’re up to!

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Image: Hussein Smko performing

Heroes

7 minute lesson

When Dance Creates Opportunities

Art has a way of opening doors for future generations. Heres the story of Hussein Smko, a dancer from Iraq who is creating opportunities for others.

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Image: Bananas

Culture

7 minute lesson

How Ripe Bananas Can Shift Perspectives

A man’s perspective on the world changes with an encounter with bananas.

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Image: Young hula dancers in traditional dress at competition

Arts

6 minute lesson

Celebrating the Spirit of Hula Dancing

Hula isn’t just a beautiful dance, it is also a form of storytelling, a celebration of culture, and a feat of athleticism!

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Image: skater hits halfpipe

Culture

12 minute lesson

Changing Lives in South Africa… With Skateboards?

Can something like skateboarding change people’s lives? Meet some kids who are proving it can!

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History

6 minute lesson

Maps, a Distorted Look at our World

It can be a struggle to accurately depict a map of the world, but it’s fascinating to see how it’s done!

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Science

6 minute lesson

How To Build Your Immunity to Fear!

Did you know you can build an immunity to fear? Here are a few tips you can use when life gets a little overwhelming. Learn more on EWCed!

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Image: Portrait of a Tamarin

Social Studies

5 minute lesson

Continental Collision Course

How are the movements of the continents changing our landscapes and the species we’re seeing today?

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Image: Two girls smiling and wearing traditional hats

Science

6 minute lesson

What Teeth Tell Us About Ancient Humans

Did you know ancient teeth are some of the best ways to understand the lives of our human ancestors? Learn what these teeth are telling us!

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Social Studies

4 minute lesson

Sailing Around the World Without GPS or Technology!

Without the use of modern technology, the Hōkūleʻa set off to sail around the globe. Here’s how they are preserving ancient knowledge with their voyage!

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Culture

6 minute lesson

Dreams of the 2020 Olympics

The Zambian Handball team is defying the odds with their dreams of going to the 2020 Olympics. Check out their amazing story of hard work and resilience!

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