Fun, informative and captivating talks to inspire young minds.

How can we create an education system that works for kids, instead of against them? Watch eight inspiring talks from TED's May 2013 PBS special, given in their entirety.

These crafty talks will ignite passions, pique interests and introduce kids to the excitement of hands-on learning.

Sometimes, talking with kids about certain subjects is hard. We’re here for you with these gentle lead-ins to help get those tough conversations started.

Fun doesn’t stop at adulthood. Reconnect with your sense of wonder and imagination in these playful talks.

Are video games eroding our minds? These TED Talks suggest the opposite -- that video games can improve our brain function, and even help better the world.

Keep the brain sharp and engaged with these talks that make it fun to avoid the "summer slump."

The path to adulthood is, at times, a rough one. These talks offer words of comfort and heaps of advice for those moments when life feels way too overwhelming.

Talks from scientists, musicians, innovators, activists -- all under the age of 20. Watch these amazing wunderkinds.

Kids don't come with a manual, and parents don't get grades to affirm they're doing things right. These talks speak to the complexities of parenthood, offering unusual insights and hard-won advice.

Fascinating talks about humanity's beginnings and evolution's journey.

2013 TED Prize winner Sugata Mitra is an educator who helps kids learn to teach themselves. Here are 5 talks that align with his vision of education's future.

A collection of talks to enjoy before welcoming a new little life into the world.

What can compare to the pleasures of the palate? These talks from chefs, cookbook writers and passionate foodies celebrate all things edible.

To have screen time, or to not have screen time? These talks duke out the good and bad of our everyday tech.

Losing children to illness, disease or acts of violence is devastating and endlessly difficult to cope with. These talks come from parents who have experienced such loss and found a way to make it through.

Everyone makes snap judgments. These talks challenge the hidden biases we all hold -- around looks, race, class, gender, language.

Whether you're a budding bibliophile or already in the throes of whirlwind romance with your favorite writers, these talks are for you!

No matter the generation, these talks are perfect for bringing everyone together to learn, wonder and laugh.

Raising another human being can be tough, yet ultimately rewarding. These talks highlight the struggles and successes unique to parenting.

Chemistry teacher Ramsey Musallam knows that great educational media can be nothing short of explosive. Strap on your goggles and watch his top picks.

These engaging talks explore the systemic issues of the US criminal justice system and how they plague everyday people and society as a whole.

It’s all about understanding. These talks explore perspective -- looking past the stereotype and learning who people are, what they do and why they do it to build new cultural understandings.

Mothers have so many roles: nurturer, provider, disciplinarian, confidant, mentor, friend, protector. These incredible talks demonstrate all of the above.

All about great design, these talks focus on solving problems while bringing beauty to the world. Learn more about the salon, curated by TED's own Chee Pearlman.

Inspiring talks from women who have pushed the boundaries in their field and are paving the way for the next generation of girls to earn their place in traditionally male-dominated professions.

Must-listen talks about the future of the environment, crime, technology, government and the human race.

A list of the talks mentioned in TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking. Chris Anderson's comments on each talk (in the grey italics) indicate why they were included in the book. Use the book index for more info.

From passionate pleas for reform to poetic turns of phrase, these talks take an honest look at everyday realities of Black Americans and illuminate the way forward.

Who should run more of the world? Women. Until then, enjoy these talks by awesome women who lead fiercely and fearlessly.