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Watch inspiring talks from young people who have achieved amazing things in science, music, activism and more. Learn from their stories, insights and advice on how to change the world.
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- 12 “How to Speak So That People Want to Listen”
- 11 “How Frustration Can Make Us More Creative”
- 10 “How to Spot A Liar”
- 9 “Looks Aren’T Everything – Believe Me: I’m A Model”
- 8 “Inside The Mind of A Master Procrastinator”
- 7 “Own Your Face”
- 6 “The Fear of Fat – The Real Elephant in The Room”
- 5 “My Philosophy For A Happy Life”
- 4 “A Promising Test For Pancreatic Cancer … from A Teenager”
- 3 “How to Start A Movement”
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Your teenager is about to head off to college, and while they need public speaking skills, they also need to know how to effectively get their message across so that people will be engaged and they will listen, this is a great one for teens to listen to according to Breakthrough Homeschooling.
Frustrationis a felling that teenagers are going to have to get used to feeling. These negative feelings are normal and a part of growing up, so it is important that we teach them how to channel those negative feelings into something positive.
There is not way to beat around the bush that there are people out there who are liars and it may not be the worst thing in the world to teach your child how to spot when people are not being honest with them. Teenagers are about to enter the real world and they need to know skills on how to protect themselves.
Society places a lot of value on beauty and what they perceive the beauty standards to be. Teenagers, and this goes for both boys and girls, struggle with their image and this is one talk that is inspiring and encourages youth to look past “beauty standards” and to see what is really important.
According to Moms Of Tweens And Teens, this is a great one to show your child even if they are not a procrastinator. Procrastinating is something that we all do, some are just more severe than others, but it is wise to learn how to overcome that and this TED talk can definitely help.
This talk is inspiring,” and it is lead by Robert Hoge who explores the idea of loving who you are. Robert uses this time to talk about life, love, beauty, imperfection and pain and it is powerful and impactful. This is one TED talk that will spark conversation and inspire teens to look past what they see on the outside.
Body image is something that everyone worries about, but teens are incredibly susceptible at thinking they are “too fat” and they may have legitimate fears and worry about gaining too much weight. This talk is inspiring and challenges the idea of “fat phobia” that goes on in the world.
Sam Berns is the leader of this TED talk and while he sadly lost his life in 2014, his words continue to be powerful and inspiring. We all want out teens to have a happy life and Sam is here to show people just how they can do that. Sam was a junior in high school before he passed, and it was a voice that all high schoolers could relate to.
Now, some may be wondering if a teenager really cares about pancreatic cancer, and they likely don’t. They just aren’t in a place in their life where they are thinking about things like that. However, what this will teach them is that people their age are capable of accomplishing wonderful things, according to We Are Teachers.
We are in a time of radical change, and people are demanding social change. We have seen the youth start to stand up against racial inequality and justice for all, and this one may be incredibly helpful. Teaching the youth how to start a movement and how to do so in a respectful and positive way.
Moms.com recommends 12 TED talks that can inspire, educate and challenge your teenagers on various topics, such as public speaking, creativity, body image and social change. Learn how to watch these short videos with your teens and spark meaningful conversations.
Watch inspiring talks by young inventors, activists and changemakers who share their amazing projects and passions. Learn how they solved problems, created solutions and made a difference in their communities and beyond.
- Emma Bryce: What really happens to the plastic you throw away? (3:53) Follow the life cycles of three different plastic bottles and learn the dangers these disposables present to our world.
- Matthew Winkler: What makes a hero? (4:30) What trials unite not only Harry Potter or Frodo Baggins but many of literature’s most interesting heroes? And what do ordinary people have in common with these literary heroes?
- Angela Koine Flynn: The science of skin color. (4:39) When ultraviolet sunlight hits our skin, it affects each of us differently. One person might turn beetroot-pink, while another requires hours to experience the slightest change.
- Anita Collins: How playing an instrument benefits your brain. (4:30) When you listen to music, multiple areas of your brain become engaged and active.
- Cameron Russell: Looks aren’t everything. Believe me, I’m a model. This talk is a great reminder that it’s what’s on the inside that counts. Amelia Browne, a student in San Francisco, writes about why it inspired her: “Her story allowed me to further my understanding of the privilege and opportunity I’ve been given by today’s society.
- Takaharu Tezuka: The best kindergarten you’ve ever seen. This TEDxKyoto talk is a top pick among TED-Ed Club Members. An Ji Soo, a high school student from China, says that it made her “think about the nature of education and have a critical view of it.”
- Drew Dudley: Everyday leadership. TED-Ed Club Members love this funny talk. San Francisco student Isabella Scal believes in the message Drew Dudley is trying to spread, and says: “Small acts of kindness can change someone’s life, and each person in their own way positively affects the people around them.
- Angela Lee Duckworth: Grit: the power of passion and perserverence. Several students recommend this talk. Koshi Joshi from Georgia says that this talk had a powerful impact on her, by teaching that “learning comes with effort and hard work, and that working hard is the key to success.”
Talks to watch with kids. Fun, informative and captivating talks to inspire young minds. Watch now. Add to list. 17:12. The LXD. In the Internet age, dance evolves ... The LXD (the Legion of Extraordinary Dancers) electrify the TED stage with an emerging global street-dance culture, revved up by the Internet.
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