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Doctor Who – series 10 trailer

Doctor Who is a popular science fiction series. In it, the Doctor travels through time and space fighting evil. Watch the exciting trailer for Series 10!

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I've experienced bullying

Bullying happens to different people in different places. If it’s happened to you, you’re not alone. In this video, teenagers who have faced and overcome bullying talk about their experience.

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This girl can

In the UK fewer women than men do sport regularly. The campaign ‘This girl can’ aims to encourage more women to do sport.

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#WorldEmojiDay anthem

Everybody uses emoji :) This song was made for World Emoji Day, which is 17 July. \o/

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Wizarding world of Harry Potter

Are you a fan of Harry Potter? If so, check out this video and learn more about JK Rowling's amazingly successful creations.  

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Eddsworld – Climate Change

What do you know about climate change? This short webtoon was created by Edd Gould in collaboration with environmental organisation TVE (Television for the Environment). The aim was to raise awareness about climate change. 

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Can and will: Gwyn Haslock

She’s been catching waves for over 60 years. Watch the video as Gwyn reflects on how she got started, surfing then and now and why she loves it so much.

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What is Ramadan?

What is Ramadan? Why do people celebrate it, and what do they do? Watch some young people explaining all about it. 

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Five ways to spot fake news

Can you spot fake news? Watch this video from Common Sense Media to learn how to check out news to see if it's true or not. It's not always easy to tell! 

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Girl Up leadership summit highlights

Girl Up is a campaign of the United Nations Foundation. It was launched in 2010 and it supports projects that aim to give teenage girls an equal chance in life. 

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One day I will ... in Lagos

This video was made as part of Google's International Women's Day celebrations. It was filmed in Lagos in Nigeria and we learn about the dreams and ambitions of a group of young women. 

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11 things you never knew about elephants

Here are some amazing facts about elephants. How many of them do you know?

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Your image – your future

Many of us share selfies and photos online. But how do other people see you based on these photos, and could this somehow affect your future? This video was created for Safer Internet Day. Watch it to learn more about how important it is to take care with what you share online. 

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Amazing Minecraft city

Do you play Minecraft? Check out this gigantic city built by 19-year-old Duncan Parcells!

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DIY Christmas decorations

Instead of buying Christmas decorations, why not DIY – Do It Yourself? Here are three ideas for some cool and easy-to-make decorations ... using food!

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The Christmas gift experiment

Is it better to receive a gift or to give one? Watch this video as Father Christmas challenges people to do something unusual and wonderful!

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Emi Mahmoud – Bird Watching on Lesvos Island

Emi Mahmoud is a poet who won the Individual World Poetry Slam championship in 2015. In this video, Emi recites a powerful and moving poem about the refugee crisis. 

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Meet Lauren Singer – zero waste girl

How much rubbish do you throw away each day? Lauren Singer studied environmental science and decided to change her lifestyle to try and produce less waste. She's now known as 'zero waste girl'!

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A Plastic Ocean

A Plastic Ocean is a new documentary that looks at the problems that are caused when plastic waste goes into the sea. Watch the trailer and find out more about how plastic can be dangerous to sea animals and human health. 

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The BFG - official trailer

The BFG is a book by one of the UK's favourite authors, Roald Dahl. Do you know what the letters BFG stand for? Watch the trailer to the new film and you'll find out.  

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How to make a Day of the Dead mask

Have you heard of the Mexican festival, the Day of the Dead? Watch and find out how to make an amazing Day of the Dead mask!

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T4 Shipwrecked Survival Guide

Can you imagine being shipwrecked on a desert island? How would you survive? This clip gives you a few survival tips. You never know when you might need them!

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We're the superhumans: Rio Paralympics 2016

The Paralympic Games will take place in Rio de Janeiro from 7 to 18 September. This trailer shows some of the sports that these amazing athletes will do during the Games.  

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One Direction – Action 1D

One Direction are working on a new project called Action 1D. They want young people to send them messages that they will put together to present to world leaders at events this year. Learn more about Action 1D in this video. 

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A Plastic Ocean

A Plastic Ocean is a new documentary that looks at the problems that are caused when plastic waste goes into the sea. Watch the trailer and find out more about how plastic can be dangerous to sea animals and human health. 

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Spider-Man Stuntman Falls on Broadway

A Spider-Man actor had a terrible accident in a theatre on Broadway. How did the audience feel about it? Watch this short clip to find out. 

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How the General Election works

How does an election work? Watch this speedy one-minute guide to the UK's General Election and you'll be an election expert!

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How to make the perfect omelette

Are you a good cook? Do you want to know how to make something simple and delicious to eat? Watch this video and learn the secrets to making a perfect omelette!

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Five ways to spot fake news

Can you spot fake news? Watch this video from Common Sense Media to learn how to check out news to see if it's true or not. It's not always easy to tell! 

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Total votes: 268
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The BFG - official trailer

The BFG is a book by one of the UK's favourite authors, Roald Dahl. Do you know what the letters BFG stand for? Watch the trailer to the new film and you'll find out.  

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International Space Station toilet tour

In this video from the European Space Agency, Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti gives us a tour of one area of the space rocket that a lot of people ask about, the toilet! 

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Ice Age and Manhattan

Manhattan, in the centre of New York, has some of the tallest buildings in the world, all thanks to the Ice Age. Why? Watch this video and find out!

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A Double Dutch brain game

Can you skip or 'jump rope' as they call it in the USA? Are you good at observing things that happen around you? This video will test how observant you are and it will also show you some amazing, Double Dutch skipping. 

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The Christmas gift experiment

Is it better to receive a gift or to give one? Watch this video as Father Christmas challenges people to do something unusual and wonderful!

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The world water crisis

World Water Day takes place every year on March 22nd. How much do you know about the water you drink and use every day? Watch this video and learn about the world water crisis.

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A brief history of writing

We do it every day, on paper, on our phones and on computers. But, what do you know about the history of writing? Watch this clip to find out more.

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Driverless cars

Can you imagine travelling in a car without a driver? It may sound like science fiction but driverless cars will be with us sooner than you think!

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How Christmas trees are made

Do you put up Christmas trees in your home or town? It's traditional to put up Christmas trees in Britain but nowadays most people prefer artificial ones, not real ones. Watch this video to find out where they come from and how they're made!

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Zero-G flight

What would it be like if there was no gravity holding you down? Watch this video and find out!

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Where did the moon come from?

How much do you know about the moon? Is it older or younger than the Earth? Where did it come from? Watch and find out!

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FIFA World Cup 2014 Brazil - all participants

The FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 12th in Brazil. How much do you know about the 32 teams that are taking part? Do you know what groups they're in? Do you know what their flags look like? If you want to get your football facts up to speed for the World Cup check out this video. 

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Five ways to spot fake news

Can you spot fake news? Watch this video from Common Sense Media to learn how to check out news to see if it's true or not. It's not always easy to tell! 

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Girl Up leadership summit highlights

Girl Up is a campaign of the United Nations Foundation. It was launched in 2010 and it supports projects that aim to give teenage girls an equal chance in life. 

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Google Science Fair

Elif Bilgin is an up-and-coming scientist. Check out what she discovered about banana peel in this video. Well done, Elif! 

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Guinness Book of World Records 2014

Everyone's heard of the book, the Guinness World Records. Check out some of the funniest records in the 2014 edition. Warning: you may have to laugh out loud! ;) 

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He Named Me Malala

He Named Me Malala is a film about the Nobel Peace Prize winner, Malala Yousafzai. Learn more about her incredible life story by watching this trailer.  

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Hi-tech car key gives parents peace of mind

One in five young people crash the car within a year of passing their driving test! This hi-tech key could allow parents to make sure their children are driving safely. 

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Hippo that lives in a house

Some people have unusual pets, but this is ridiculous! Watch this video and find out about Jessica the hippo's luxury life. 

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How a refugee became a supermodel

Mari Malek is a supermodel, DJ and actor. She is also a refugee. This is her story.

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How are Easter eggs made?

Easter eggs are special eggs that are often given to celebrate the Christian holiday of Easter. Sometimes they are made out of chocolate. Have you ever eaten an Easter egg? Watch this video to find out how they are made.

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How Christmas trees are made

Do you put up Christmas trees in your home or town? It's traditional to put up Christmas trees in Britain but nowadays most people prefer artificial ones, not real ones. Watch this video to find out where they come from and how they're made!

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How did Leicester City win the Premier League?

Nobody thought they had a chance, but Leicester City became Premier League champions. Watch their incredible story in this video!

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How dirty is your mobile phone?

Do you think your mobile phone is clean? In this science experiment, some British teenagers discover how dirty their phones really are.

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How do bubbles work?

Why do bubbles pop when you touch them? This video explores the science behind bubbles and shows an experiment you can try when you're washing up!

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How has the hoodie become so fashionable?

A hoodie is a casual type of jumper which has a hood to cover your head. How has this sporty item of clothing become so popular all around the world?

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How the General Election works

How does an election work? Watch this speedy one-minute guide to the UK's General Election and you'll be an election expert!

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How to be a good listener if someone is upset

Do you know how to listen to your friends if they have problems? In this video, find out what you can do to help your friends and be a good listener.

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How to do a backspin

Have you ever tried breakdancing? Watch this and impress your friends by learning how to do a cool backspin!

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How to make a Day of the Dead mask

Have you heard of the Mexican festival, the Day of the Dead? Watch and find out how to make an amazing Day of the Dead mask!

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How to make the perfect omelette

Are you a good cook? Do you want to know how to make something simple and delicious to eat? Watch this video and learn the secrets to making a perfect omelette!

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