A delicate balancing act between the Sun and Earth makes ours the only known life-bearing planet in our Solar System. Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. Earth is the only planet with liquid water. If a planet is too close to...

Objects composed of rocky or metallic materials, mainly found orbiting the Sun in a region called the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning...

A dark, fine-grained igneous rock that forms most of the Earth's crust. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films...

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Zoom through the solar system with the 'Planet Song' and meet all the planets on this musical journey! A quick, joyous exploration of our cosmic neighborhood, perfect for young astronauts and singers.

Blast off into space and learn fun space vocabulary words with this exciting quiz for kids! In this video, we’ll explore planets, stars, and other cool space terms. After learning the new words, challenge yourself with a fun 'What Am...

Dive into the wonders of Jupiter and Saturn, the gas giants of our solar system. Learn about Jupiter's massive storms and its status as the largest planet, and discover Saturn's iconic rings and its numerous moons. Understand why these...

Explore the unique characteristics of Earth, our home planet, and Mars, the intriguing Red Planet. Learn about Earth's perfect conditions for life and Mars's cold, desert-like environment, along with the scientific interest in possibly...

Dive into the fascinating characteristics of Mercury and Venus, the closest planets to the Sun in our solar system. Discover Mercury's extreme temperatures and rapid orbit, and learn why Venus, with its scorching heat and beautiful...

Mars has been the target for increasing numbers of probes all designed to add to our knowledge of our neighbouring planet. Roughly 16 million years ago a huge meteor collided with Mars. Its impact was so great that it dislodged some of...

The European Space Agency's Rosetta spacecraft is on an 11-year mission to analyze samples of comets. Along the way, it has passed close to Earth, Mars, and flown past asteroids. Rosetta will map the comet's surface to find a suitable...

This video provides an overview of Mars, highlighting its distance from the Sun, extreme temperatures, thin atmosphere, and iron-rich surface. It discusses the increased knowledge gained through probes like the Mars Reconnaissance...

Scientists have embarked on a rigorous testing regime to develop the right equipment to take on a trip to Mars. And it seems the Australian outback is the perfect research location.

Learn about the successful mission of two robotic rovers that were sent to explore Mars in 2004. Originally planned for a 90-day mission, they have exceeded expectations and continue to send back valuable information and images of the...

Antarctica, the world's largest repository of freshwater, is a continent with extreme weather conditions and unique geological features. It is home to frozen deserts, strong winds that evaporate ice, and valleys with ancient rock layers....

Venus Express, an ESA probe launched in 2005, was designed to study the unique atmosphere and dynamics of Venus, our closest planetary neighbor. Equipped with infrared and ultraviolet imaging technology, it captured stunning images of...

The Moon's proximity to Earth and geological similarity make it an enticing target for colonization. At just three days away, communication delays would be mere seconds. Its surface may also contain frozen water and oxygen extracted from...

Dr. Forrester explains how scientists over the centuries have used a variety of tools to gaze into outer space.

From the invading, high-tech aliens of ‘War of the Worlds’ to post-world war escapism literature and even real-life scientific exploration today, the stories of Martians have changed throughout time. Find out how we’ve gone from viewing...