TED-Ed
The Life Cycle of a Neutron Star
From supernova to neutron star ... what's next? A video presentation describes a neutron star and its life in the universe. Learners then answer questions online to asses their understanding.
PBS
Black Hole Apocalypse | Stellar Life Cycles
All stars start with the fusion of hydrogen, but their life cycles vary greatly. The PBS 9-12 Space series introduces star life cycles and explains why they vary so much. Clear animations illustrate the pressure, fusion, collapsing, and...
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Dengue Virus Life Cycle
Dengue Virus leads to the deaths of around 25,000 people, mostly children, every year. Scientists understand how the virus gets into cells and replicates, but they still struggle to prevent it. Curious scholars view an animation of the...
Fuse School
Life Cycle Assessment
What happens to your cell phone when you're done with it? Analyze the life cycle assessment of a cell phone and its impact on the environment. The detailed lesson challenges learners to think about their decisions and how they affect the...
TED-Ed
At What Moment Are You Dead?
When is a person no longer living? This question has been puzzled over for millennia, but is there a clear answer? Watch as this video examines the biological line separating life and death.
TED-Ed
The Secret Lives of Baby Fish
Dive into an exploration of the life cycles of coral reef fish with this short instructional video. Starting off as larvae floating in the oceans' currents, these little fish can travel thousands of miles, avoiding numerous hazards...
Curated OER
Amazing Cicada Life Cycle
Learn how a cicada might stay in its pupa state for as long as 17 years. From its pupa state to adult reproduction, this clip shows the insect life cycle. Excellent narration and amazing photography make this a wonderful addition to your...
Curated OER
Life Cycle of a Butterfly
A super cute second grade class tells us all about the life cycle of the butterfly. They read about each stage of the butterfly's life cycle in unison. The choral reading is a little hard to understand but is a great way to engage an...
Curated OER
Butterfly Metamorphosis
Click on this video and you'll get to see the life cycle of a butterfly. Each of the four stages are shown in real-time; as a butterfly lays its eggs, caterpillars emerge from the eggs. The caterpillar cocoons itself and then changes...
Curated OER
Life Cycle of a Dragonfly
Did you know that dragonflies don't go through complete metamorphosis, but rather a series of nymph stages? View this video to find out what life is like for a dragonfly from egg to adult! You'll learn all you need to know. A good video...
Curated OER
Ladybug Beetle Larvae Metamorphosis
The quality of this video is good, but the content is slightly lacking. To the escalating melody of a violin, you'll experience the pupa stage of an emergent ladybug. It's interesting but neglects to include any of the other stages in...
Curated OER
Beetle Pupa Metamorphoses Into Adulthood
View a beetle wiggle out of its pupa shell into its full adult form. This clip includes good narration alongside clear description of the action taking place. It's not a pretty video but shows a vital part of the life cycle.
Curated OER
Dragonfly Metamorphosis
Nothing is stranger and more fascinating than witnessing the emergence of an insect. Watch as a dragonfly breaks free from its hardened chrysalis and takes flight. Kids are sure to find this clip very interesting.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Dragonflies in Kentucky
This video segment from Kentucky Life explains the differences between dragonflies and damselflies and explores their habitats. [3:32]
Other
It's Aum Sum Time: Life Cycle of a Butterfly
Our topic for today is Life Cycle of a Butterfly. A butterfly lays eggs on the leaves of a plant. These eggs hatch and young ones called larvae or caterpillars come out of the eggs. The caterpillar starts feeding on the leaves and starts...
Bozeman Science
Bozeman Science: Population Modeling
Paul Andersen shows you how we can use a spreadsheet to model population changes. He begins with a brief discussion of populations and life cycles. He then shows you how you can model a single generation using a spreadsheet.