Just for fun, CMLE features a series by TEDEd called, Mysteries of Vernacular.  This original educator’s series, consists of more than 20 video lessons pertaining to popular words such as x-ray, fizzle, gorgeous, etc.  The origin of a word’s history, evolution, and application is tracked through a short, professionally animated, video.

Who is TEDEd?

“TED-Ed’s commitment is to creating lessons worth sharing as an extension of TED’s mission of spreading great ideas…” Click here to read more.

Tip: Consider using these videos in a flipped classroom lesson.