Instructional Video2:55
Curated OER

Birth of the Solar System

6th - 12th
Where did our sun come from? This clip shows the explosive birth of our sun, solar system, and universe. This is only an introduction to a longer video so it is short and shallow in explanation; however, it does provide a basic...
Instructional Video3:16
Curated OER

Exploring the Moons in Our Solar System

5th - 8th
Fly through space and take an informational journey to the many moons found in our solar system. Images of the many moons are shown alongside clear narration explaining how each moon is unique and worth future exploration.
Instructional Video2:32
Curated OER

Mars in Stunning HD

3rd - 8th
Interested in the planet Mars? Check out this beautiful video displaying HD images of the red planet. Set to a lovely classical score, this clip could be the inspiration for a writing project where learners describe what life is like on...
Instructional Video1:54
Bill Nye

Bill Nye The Science Guy on Planets and Moons

3rd - 6th
Why is a Neptune year longer than a Mercury year? Planetary orbits are compared as Bill Nye The Science Guy swings a tether ball around his head. He reveals that increasing distances from the sun make the journeys around it longer....