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This first in a series of programs covers the beginning nine weeks of kindergarten, where kids learn 25 sight words, such as the, he, we, etc. Join young host Julianna, who explains what sight words are, and enthusiastically presents each word, sounds it out slowly and uses it in a simple sentence with on-screen graphics and illustrations that reinforce the use of the particular sight word.
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In this new 2021 high-definition program, learn all about Vikings. Were Vikings traders of goods or pirates of the high seas? What was their weaponry? How did their unique fighting style call "berserkergang" help with their conquests? Where did Vikings live? What were their religion and beliefs? What was the role of Viking women? Why were the Viking boats their greatest achievement? Why did Viking civilization decline, and where did all the Vikings...
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In this 2022 high-definition program, learn all about the seven natural wonders of the world. The Earth offers amazing natural wonders that only a small percentage of us will ever get to visit in our lifetime. That₂s why this program takes you up close to explore what makes each natural wonder special. These seven natural wonders include the Northern Lights, the Grand Canyon, Paricutin, Mount Everest, the Port of Rio de Janeiro, Victoria Falls,...
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In this new 2021 high-definition program, learn all about big cats. What are the biggest of the big cats? What are the fastest of the big cats? What are the big cats of Africa, Asia and the Americas? What is a "pride?" How much food does a Mountain Lion need each day to survive? How can we protect big cats from extinction? The answers to these questions and more are covered in depth with detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video that reinforce...
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Common Core Mathematics is a set of high-quality, nationally-accepted, academic standards in math. These learning goals outline what a student should know and be able to do at the end of each grade. This program covers several key mathematical concepts that a kindergarten student should grasp before entering first grade.
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In this new 2022 high-definition program, learn all about Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the end of slavery by marking the day enslaved people in Texas learned that they were free. Why did President Joe Biden declare Juneteenth a federal holiday? How is it celebrated? What is the history of the holiday? The answers to these questions and more are covered in depth with detailed graphics, engaging examples and exciting video that reinforce important...
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In this new 2023 high-definition program, explore the biggest and loudest volcanoes around the world. With breathtaking footage, this video delves into the history, geology, and impact of some of the most significant volcanic eruptions in history. From the destruction caused by Vesuvius in ancient Pompeii to the ear-splitting explosion of Krakatoa in 1883, to Yellowstone, a super volcano in the United States, and the underwater volcanoes of Tonga,...
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In this new 2022 high-definition program, learn all about how the domesticated dog descended from the gray wolf. Understand the changing role of dogs throughout history and across cultures. Why is the domestication of dogs so important? These questions and more are covered in-depth with detailed graphics, engaging examples, and exciting video that reinforce important points and make learning fun.
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Ahoy, mateys! Prepare ye to set sail on yarr high seas of pirate lore! Ye famous pirates arrr sure to shiver ye timbers! Walk the plank through pirate myths and legends and, aye, meet ye, buccaneers, from ye books of make-believe. Scream "blimey" to Blackbeard and his "Queen Anne's Revenge"! Shout "I'll crush ye barnacles" with Stede Bonnet! And get ye jollies from Captain Hook and Captain Jack Sparrow who will have you "yo ho ho-ing" for more.
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In the new 2021 high-definition program, learn all about the Octopus. Why is the Octopus a master of mystery? What are the physiology, biology and lifecycle of the Octopus? What are the differences amongst the many species of Octopuses? The answers to all of these questions and more are covered in depth with detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video. On-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment reinforce important concepts...
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In this new 2021 high-definition program, learn all about tropical rainforests. How do tropical rainforests remove carbon dioxide from the air and keep the planet cool? Why do scientists refer to the tropical rainforests as the world's medicine chest? Why are there so many plants and animals in these rainforests? Why is it important to help conservationists preserve the tropical rainforests and reduce deforestation? The answers to these questions...
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In this new 2023 high-definition program, learn all about bugs. What are the varieties, life cycles, and abilities of these various insects? What is molting? What are the stages of metamorphosis? How and why does a spider weave a web? Why are bees essential for flowers? The answers to all of these questions and more are covered in depth with exciting videos and dynamic graphics that reinforce important concepts.
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Learn all about why and how we celebrate Black History Month. Who was Carter G. Woodson? How was his research and documentation of Black history beyond their enslavement in the United States important to Black people then and now? Why did history books, newspapers, newsreels and movies historically record and present only negative stereotypes of Blacks, if any representation at all? How did celebrating Black history inspire recent great Black achievers...
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In the new 2021 high-definition program, learn all about the largest animal on land, the elephant. Where did elephants come from? What is the anatomy and physiology of an elephant? What does it use its trunk for? What is the lifecycle of an elephant? How can we save the elephant from poachers that are threatening the species to the point of extinction? The answers to all of these questions and more are covered in-depth with detailed graphics, diagrams,...
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In this new 2023 high-definition program, learn all about the seven continents and their defining characteristics. What was Pangaea? What is a continental shelf? What countries comprise each continent? How can I easily remember all of the continents? The answers to all of these questions and more are covered in depth with exciting video and dynamic graphics that reinforce important concepts.
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In this new 2023 high-definition program, learn how to confidently read, highlight and underline important words and numbers to translate word problems into math problems, employing the correct operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to accurately solve what is being asked, which is something that commonly eludes many students. Clear examples get solved step-by-step by a math tutor host. So, grab a pencil and paper and prepare...
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In this new 2021 high-definition program, learn all about historical myths vs. truths. So much of what we hear about famous moments in history are often more legend than fact. Uncover the truth about what actually happened and set the historical record straight. Detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video reinforce important concepts and make learning fun.
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In this new 2023 high-definition program, learn all about famous moments in history that never actually happened. One such event involves a 1938 radio broadcast announcing the invasion of aliens from outer space with in-depth reporting of the attack. But how can this be? When George Washington was a young boy, did he chop down his father's cherry tree? Did Christopher Columbus discover America? Did the Pilgrims and all Indigenous Peoples come together...
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Learn all about the holiday of Mardi Gras. What is Fat Tuesday? What is Ash Wednesday? How is Mardi Gras linked to Saturnalia and Lupercalia? What are the Mardi Gras traditions? How is Mardi Gras celebrated in New Orleans and around the world? The answers to all of these questions and more are covered in depth with detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video that reinforce important concepts and make learning fun.
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Kids will understand the differences between asteroids, comets and meteors, as well as comprehend the history and importance of our moon and our planet. The program begins with a simple definition. The term is repeated numerous times by the narrator and the text shown on-screen. This helps clarify pronunciation and provides opportunities to transfer words from working to long-term memory.