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A History of Pizza (19:04)

Do you like pizza? Do you like history? If so, you are in for a treat! In this cooking video, you get a chance to learn about cooking and history. This video was suggested by one of our students. Thank you Max!

Nobody Stands Nowhere (2:34)

What is your view of the world? What makes you who you are?  

Dare to do. Motivation (2:56)

To watch when you think that life is unfair. 

The Story of Your Life. (3:11)

Thank you to Dare to do-Motivation for this reminder.

Home Office Ideas (5:13)

How can you increase your productivity in your workspace and keep stress levels low? We have some home office design ideas and desk-space suggestions to keep you comfortable and calm while you're hard at work. 

How to Make Faster Decisions (4:55)

In a world of endless reviews and options, it's easy to become paralyzed by indecision. Investor and writer Patrick McGinnis shares the dangers of "FOBO" -- the fear of better options -- and how to overcome it. 

Teens React To Global Climate Strike (Greta Thunberg) (15:31)

Global Climate Strike (Greta Thunberg) reacted to by teens. Original links below. For more information on Global Climate Strike: https://globalclimatestrike.net/ NASA Global Climate Change: https://climate.nasa.gov 

An Introduction to StoryCorps from our Founder, Dave Isay (2:59)

Everyone has a story, who will you discover? Whose voice would you like to hear in 50 years from now?

Improve your learning inside and outside the classroom | Learn English with Cambridge (5:36)

Need help finding ways to learn English away from school? George shares some practical tips for learners working outside of the classroom. 

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Extra Credits

The new 2019 homepage trailer for the channel where we make Extra Credits, Extra History, Extra Sci Fi, Extra Mythology, and so many more shows! If you are curious, this is definitely a website to discover (many different videos).

Gratitude is Good for you

(1:30)

John Templeton Foundation helps you discover the benefits of having an attitude of gratitude and how to practice being more grateful everyday. 

How to Truly Love Yourself (4:13)

“Treat yourself like someone you love.” That’s the mind-blowing message of this motivational video by spoken word artist Adam Roa, which might just be the answer you’ve been waiting for…

The Learning Brain

How does your brain work? Why does practice make doing things or remembering things easier? How can you help your brain? Are you curious to find out? 

Study effectively with with the ANSWER method. (8:27)

Can We Auto-Correct Humanity?  (3:25)

Prince Ea

Why I Refuse to Let Technology Control Me. You need not drastically minimize your time on social media and commit to spending ... 

Students Vs Teachers 2019 (6:06)

Parent Teacher Conference GETS REAL in 2019. The battle of students vs teachers is centuries old. Find out how this one ends. Video done in collaboration with the Sharjah Government Media Bureau of UAE. 

What A Wonderful World With David Attenborough -- BBC One [FULL HD] . 

This is a 2 minute video showing the majestic beauty of our world. Take a break and enjoy!

7 ways games use psychology to control you (14:02)

Every game tricks us into doing as we’re told. But what exactly are they doing? And why? Here are seven ways games use psychology to control us. 

How to: Tell a great story (7:11)

These 5 tips will help you tell a better story for Vlogs, documentaries, short form animation or just about anything that could use a more compelling story. Get better in 7 minutes. 

10 Differences Between Good Friends and Toxic Friends (5:30)

We all know the phrase ‘a friend in need is a friend indeed.' But do you know the difference between good friends and toxic friends? This video gives you ten examples of behaviors of good and toxic friends. 

When setting or evaluating goals, consider using the acronym SMART. Using SMART provides structure that helps ensure goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time bound. 

Learn about a new "superpower" that isn't being taught in 90% of US schools. Starring Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, will.i.am, Chris Bosh, Jack Dorsey, Tony Hsieh, Drew Houston, Gabe Newell, Ruchi Sanghvi, Elena Silenok, Vanessa Hurst, and Hadi Partovi. Directed by Lesley Chilcott, executive producers Hadi and Ali Partovi. Code.org owes special thanks to all the cast and the film crew, and also Microsoft, Google/YouTube, Facebook, Amazon, and Twitter for helping us spread the word 

Have you done an Hour of Code yet? Join millions of others at http://code.org. 

Spongebob/Samurai Jack Animation: The life of a man in Prison over many years. 

Watch this video up to 1:51.  Write what you think it is about. Then, watch the rest of the video. Was your first impression right?

The Daily Conversation 

These are the 10 most visited countries in the world and some interesting facts about each one.

Learning about growing up and becoming an adult. Watch this video and compare with your own experience of growing up.

Eddy Zhong, successful technology entrepreneur, dives into the truth behind our K-12 education system. Eddy strongly believes that the education system diminishes creativity and confines children to a certain path towards success. He contends that kids are taught to believe college is a necessary step in life and that it is mandatory to achieve one's goals. His talk challenges the commonly held beliefs of our entire education structure. 

Sometimes the face we show to the world isn't really how we're feeling inside. SoSonia explores the ups and downs of mental illness in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. 

My philosophy for a happy life 

Sam Berns is a Junior at Foxboro High School in Foxboro, Massachusetts, where he has achieved highest honors and is currently a percussion section leader in the high school marching band. Sam was diagnosed with Progeria, a rare, rapid aging disease, at the age of 2. He is featured in the documentary Life According to Sam, which will premiere on HBO on October 21, 2013. 

Are you sure that using Google translate or other online translators really gets your message across? Check out this video to understand that word for word translation doesn’t always say what you want to say.

Learning a second language is not always easy, but there are strategies to help you. This video mixes French and English to show us these strategies in a positive and joyful way. 

Steps to learn English: Where should you start?

So you want to learn or improve your English. But where should you start? 

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Routines can often leave us feeling bored and uninspired. In this episode, Sonia explores the importance of Escape as part of the creative process. Cheer up after a bad day or week with some of Sonia's suggestions! 

Every creative person has experienced being in “The Zone” at some point. It’s that wonderful place where you can express yourself freely and it comes so naturally. But everyone has a different way of getting to the zone. Here’s how Sonia does it. 

We put so much emphasis on our reflection in the mirror. How do my looks compare to hers? What if I were taller, prettier, stronger? I think it's time we stop looking at the reflection in the mirror and start reflecting more on who we are. You are a strong and beautiful human, and only you can show that reflection to the world. Send this video to someone who needs to be reminded of how beautiful they are.

Remaining calm around people who annoy us is one of the great life skills. It’s also a teachable and learnable skill. Want help reaching your own state of calm?  

What could happen if you "gave a little love"? Watch and witness the chain reaction of random acts of kindness. How can you start a chain today?

In a busy life, Copi is a father who tries to teach the right way to his son, Paste. But... what is the correct path? 

Through a journey of initiation, an unusual grandma transmits the values she cherishes to her granddaughter. 

We live in a time where we quickly put people in boxes. Maybe we have more in common than what we think? Introducing All That We Share. 

Need a moment to relax and admire this planet's beauty? Take a look at this video. 

If you were to comment this video, what would you say? What words would you use to describe the images?

Watch this wordless video...what story does it tell? How would you describe this character? What story does this video inspire you to write?

Watch this video by Prince EA. What do you think about what he is saying? Do you agree? What do you think school should be like? Write down all of your thoughts on how you think we can improve schools. Remember to share with your teacher, classmates and people from your community.

On April 15, 1912 the RMS Titanic tragically sank to the bottom of the sea. 73 years later, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Dr. Robert Ballard and his team discovered the famed liner's remains. For the complete lesson, click on TED-Ed

A strange creature races against time to make the most important and beautiful creation of his life. 

What is Fairtrade? (3:56)

This video will give you a simple explanation on what fairtrade is and how it works. You will see how your consumer choices can have a big impact around the world.