When in need of a digital media pick-me-up ...

1.  Awe (2:24) - Jason Silva

2.  A Pep Talk from kid President (3:28)

3.  Chris Emdin: Teach Teachers How to Make Magic (6:54) - TED talk

4.  The Most Astounding Fact (2:02) - Neil DeGrasse Tyson and Cinematic Orchestra

5.  Queen & David Bowie "Under Pressure"  with "Somewhere over the Rainbow" by IZ

6.  The Most Beautiful Girl in the Room (4:27) - Flight of Conchords "Business Time" (NOT for kids)

7.  Rookie Reader (2:02)

8. Thumbs up Rock and Roll (:55)

9. Welcome to the Fourth Grade (3:52)

10. Other motivational videos (suggested by past students curated)

Other honorable mentions ...

• Marc's Life-Changing Story (4:38) - "Life is not about winning the race but about finishing the race and seeing how many people you can help get there"