Curated Video
Endothermic Reaction
We demonstrate an endothermic reaction by mixing hydrated barium hydroxide with ammonium thiocyanate. When these two solids react they take heat from the surrounding air. Chemistry - Reactions - Learning Points. Breaking bonds takes in...
Curated Video
Mass of Wire Wool
We look at how the mass of wire wool changes when it is burned. Wire wool is almost 99% iron. When we burn it, it combines chemically with oxygen from the air to form iron(III) oxide. The mass of the product is more than the mass of the...
Curated Video
Beaver lodge
Beavers use wood and sticky mud to build their homes. The world around us - Exploring materials - Building a home Learning Points All materials can be described in terms of their properties. The different properties of materials make...
Curated Video
What are plants used for?
Did you know that cotton t-shirts, rubber boots and comics all come from plants? Living things - Amazing plants - Plant uses Learning Points Plants are used to make lots of things we use every day. A Twig Junior Film - Core science...
Curated Video
Building a home
Find out why builders have to think very carefully about which materials to use when building a house. The world around us - Exploring materials - Building a home Learning Points All materials can be described in terms of their...
Curated Video
Natural and synthetic materials – Odd one out
Four objects are shown on screen, but which one is not biodegradable? People and places -Environmental awareness and care - Natural and synthetic materials Learning Points Natural materials are often biodegradable. A Twig Tidbit Film -...
Curated Video
Heat transfer – Odd one out
Four different materials are shown, but which is the only one that is not an insulator? Physical processes - Energy and energy transfer - Heat transfer A Twig Tidbit Film - Odd one out. The children have to work out which of four images...
Curated Video
Natural and synthetic
Find out the difference between natural and synthetic materials, and how they are used. Material processes - Classifying materials - Natural and artificial materials Learning Points Natural materials can come directly from the Earth or...
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The mystery of Easter Island
What caused the wars on Easter Island that led to the demise of this once-thriving civilisation? People and places - Physical geography - Islands Learning Points If an island can provide all its own resources, it is self-sufficient. A...
Visual Learning Systems
Describing Matter
This program illustrates ways students can make observations and measurements to identify materials based on their properties. Specific attention is given to properties such as color, texture, hardness, and flexibility. The program...
Flipping Physics
Buoyant Force Demonstrated: Three Objects in Water
Witness the effects of buoyant force as three different objects are released underwater. Learn why some objects float, while others sink or remain suspended.
Great Big Story
Discover Germany’s breathtaking Bastei Bridge and City of Stone
Explore Bastei Bridge in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Germany. This iconic Victorian-age structure connects stunning rock formations with panoramic views, hiking, and history.
Curated Video
The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost
Listen to the poem read and hear a brief history about Robert Frost and the poem.
Great Big Story
Crafting new life, Rick Kelly's reclaimed guitars
Rick Kelly, the master craftsman at Carmine Street Guitars, shares his passion for creating custom guitars from reclaimed lumber sourced from New York City’s historic buildings.
Bedtime History
History of Toys and Toy Making for Kids | Bedtime History
Embark on a delightful journey through the enchanting history of toys and the art of toy making. From ancient civilizations to modern-day marvels, explore how toys have evolved through the ages, reflecting the societies and technologies...
Bedtime History
History of Bees & Beekeeping | Bedtime History
Join us as we explore the fascinating history of bees and beekeeping, a practice that dates back thousands of years. Bees have been around for over 100 million years, playing a crucial role in pollination and maintaining ecological...
Wonderscape
Rebuilding Greenwood After the Tulsa Massacre
Discover the resilience of Greenwood's Black community as they rebuilt their lives and businesses after the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Despite the loss of 300 lives, 10,000 displaced residents, and over $35 million in damages, survivors...
Wonderscape
History Myths: George Washington's Cherry Tree and Napoleon's Height
Uncover the truth behind popular historical myths, including George Washington's cherry tree story and his so-called wooden teeth. Learn how these legends were fabricated or exaggerated over time, and find out why Napoleon Bonaparte's...
Curated Video
Matter and its Construction: States and Properties of Matter
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Recognize the concept of matter. List the properties of matter. Compare among the three state of matters.4426
Great Big Story
The Nailless Marvel, sanctuary of truth in Thailand
Explore the wooden Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya, an ongoing masterpiece of ancient carving techniques since 1981.
Wonderscape
The Early Life of Eleanor Roosevelt: Shaping a Trailblazer
Explore the early life of Eleanor Roosevelt, from her difficult childhood to her transformative years at Allenswood Academy in London. Discover how these formative experiences shaped her into one of the most influential First Ladies in...