Empire State Building: The Race to the Sky

Step back in time to learn about Halloween in Victorian England and its arrival in America. During the Victorian era, Halloween was a night of spooky stories and fun games. People dressed in costumes and carved turnips to scare away ghosts. When Halloween came to America, it brou ...  Show more

Join us on an exciting journey to celebrate the incredible life of Sir David Attenborough, who has spent 100 years exploring our beautiful planet. Sir David is a famous nature expert who has shown us amazing animals and places through his work. He loves sharing stories about the ...  Show more

It’s the most iconic landmark in New York City, and once the tallest building in the whole world. From a thousand feet up in the air, everything seems so peaceful on the Empire State Building—until you think about how many people lost their lives falling from the towering structu ...  Show more

When it was completed in 1931, the Empire State Building became the tallest building in the world. While it has long been surpassed, it is still one of the most recognised skyscrapers on the planet, synonymous with the city in which it stands. Its imposing but elegant art deco ...

In this episode, we're celebrating World Architecture Day! Discover fascinating facts about world-famous structures like the Empire State Building, the Eiffel Tower, The White House, Buckingham Palace, the ancient Coliseum, and the stunning Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.