Tertiary Catalogue
Series: Miniclips
A Brief History of Wind Power
Did you know that the earliest known example of a wind-driven wheel to power a machine was made by Hero of Alexandria in Ancient Greece? It powered an organ! This video traces the history of wind power from 10-70 CE to today.
Adding Fractions
This Miniclip teaches students how to add fractions together that have the same denominators. It also summarises fraction terminology and provides extension opportunities for students through simplifying answers and turning them into mixed numbers.
Aluminium Can Recycling
Ever wondered what happens to your empty can of soft drink once you throw it into a recycling bin? This video takes you through the process from start to end of how a can becomes a new can!
Amazing Desert Plants
Deserts are hot, dry environments, and yet many plants manage to both live and thrive in them. This video looks at the different ways that plants have adapted to survive the harsh desert conditions throughout the world.
Asian Countries: Mongolia and Pakistan
Mongolia and Pakistan are both countries in Asia. They exemplify some of the magnitude of difference across the continent and this video provides an insight into each.
Bones
Our skeletons are made of 206 different pieces, and they do more than just make us taller. This Miniclip explains the important jobs bones do to give us shape, let us move, and keep us safe and healthy.