Image: A flamingo leaning over to get a drink

Science

3 minute lesson

The Power of Flamingo Milk

Flamingos aren’t born pink! Here’s how they get that stunning color in their feathers…

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Image: view of Earth from space

Culture

6 minute lesson

An Astronaut’s Perspective on Earth

What do you think it’s like to see Earth from space? Let’s hear from some astronauts.

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Image: Foldscope in Masai

Health

4 minute lesson

How Paper Microscopes Can Change the World

Foldscope, a paper microscope, takes about one dollar to create, but it’s changing education and medicine around the world.

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Image: Womans face painted in colors. Eyes peeking through fingers.

Technology

8 minute lesson

Helping the Blind See With Their Tongues

The BrainPort V100 is making it possible for people without sight to navigate the world better…by using their tongues.

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Image: Barreleye

Science

4 minute lesson

Deep Sea Oddities: We Aren’t So Different

We share this planet with deep sea oddities that are a testament to the power of evolution. What can these odd creatures teach us about our place on Earth?

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Image: child smiling

Culture

5 minute lesson

The Universal Language of Our Emotions

Are our emotions universal? Will someone on the other side of the globe express theirs the same way that you do? Find out today on EWCed!

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Image: Photograph of a liquid mountain on Lake Erie

Arts

7 minute lesson

Capturing the Liquid Mountains of Lake Erie

David Sanford is a photographer who is reminding us of the power of nature through photographing the monstrous waves of Lake Erie.

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Image: Close up of eye

Health

5 minute lesson

Exploring the Eight Senses

Most of us know that we have 5 senses… but do you know there are three others? Let’s discover your 8 senses!

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Image: Vegetable Orchestra

Arts

3 minute lesson

Introducing The Vegetable Orchestra!

Learn about how vegetables can act as your very own instruments.

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Image: Octopus showing off their tentacles

Science

4 minute lesson

The Remarkable Intelligence of Octopus Tentacles

Did you know that an octopus can smell through their tentacles?

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Image: Sally Ride

Heroes

8 minute lesson

Sally Ride: Pioneer, Astronaut, Icon

Sally Ride was the first American woman in space! A lot comes with that title, so let’s take a look at her journey.

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Image: Slime mold

Science

6 minute lesson

Could Something Called “Slime Mold” Be Smart?

Weve been told not to judge a book by the cover… but does that also apply to mold? Let’s learn about the impressive intelligence of slime mold!

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Image: fish in a circle

Technology

4 minute lesson

Powering Your World with Fish Scales?

Did you know that fish scales can generate electricity? Let’s learn how!

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Image: Two men looking off into the distance. One has white hair poking out into all directions and is wearing a labcoat. He's holding a remote. The other is younger, wearing a red vest.

History

8 minute lesson

Get Ready for The History of Everything!

How much do you know about our planet’s timeline? Let’s explore.

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Image: Arrows on a target (archery)

Health

5 minute lesson

The Importance of Lifelong Learning!

Continuously educating ourselves effects us more than you may think. Here are just a few of the many benefits of lifelong learning!

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Arts

5 minute lesson

How to Get Better at Just About Anything!

How to get better at practicing!

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