TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Meet the tardigrade, the toughest animal on Earth - Thomas Boothby
Without water, a human can only survive for about 100 hours. But there's a creature so resilient that it can go without it for decades. This 1-millimeter animal can survive both the hottest and coldest environments on earth, and can even...
SciShow
How Sea Butterflies "Fly" in Water
Birds fly, and fish swim. We learn this when we are children. But not everything in nature is quite so simple… Meet Limacina helicina, an artic-dwelling sea butterfly that flies through the water. Chapters View all SPY IN THE WILD 2 0:04...
TED Talks
TED: The colorful, shapeshifting wonder of the Amazon's praying mantises | Leo Lanna and Lvcas Fiat
In this captivating talk, journey into the surprisingly colorful nights of the Amazon Rainforest, as artistic entomologist Leo Lanna and designer Lvcas Fiat introduce us to the shapeshifting wonder of a creature they've fallen in love...
Be Smart
What Is Evolution, Anyway? - 12 Days of Evolution #1
Some of the biggest evolution questions finally answered.
SciShow Kids
Animal Tricksters!
Have you ever pretended to be something else? Some animals do too! Learn how animals use mimicry to keep safe, or to sneak a snack!
TED Talks
TED: The first 21 days of a bee's life | Anand Varma
We've heard that bees are disappearing. But what is making bee colonies so vulnerable? Photographer Anand Varma raised bees in his backyard — in front of a camera — to get an up close view. This project, for National Geographic, gives a...
MinuteEarth
The Best Dragon (According to Science)
We ranked dragons based on how biologically and evolutionarily plausible they are. ___________________________________________ To learn more, start your googling with these keywords: Tetrapods: four-limbed (with a few exceptions, such as...
SciShow Kids
Meat-Eating Plants
Many animals eat plants, but did you know some plants eat animals? Jessi and Squeaks explore some of their favorite meat eating plants!
PBS
Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture
New ReviewThe Chinese dragon is one of the world’s most globally recognized monsters. Playing a major role throughout Chinese history, they were both creators and destroyers and controlled the elements. They've influenced everything from politics...
Brave Wilderness
I Found the World’s Smartest Octopus!
New ReviewIn this wild adventure, Mark relives diving in Indonesia in search of the Wonderpus, one of the rarest octopuses in the world and possibly one of the smartest?!
Bedtime History
The Mystery of the Yeti: Legends of the Himalayas
New ReviewDeep in the snowy mountains of the Himalayas lives one of the world’s most famous mysteries—the Yeti. Also called the “Abominable Snowman,” this legendary creature has appeared in stories told by local people for centuries. Some describe...
Bedtime History
The Story of Frankenstein
New ReviewMary Shelley’s Frankenstein, written in 1818, is often called the first science fiction novel. It tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates life—but cannot control the consequences. The “monster” he brings to life...
Curated Video
Legend of the Yeti: History of Mythical Creature for Kids
New ReviewDeep in the snowy mountains of the Himalayas lives one of the world’s most famous mysteries—the Yeti. Also called the “Abominable Snowman,” this legendary creature has appeared in stories told by local people for centuries. Some describe...
Curated Video
The Story of Frankenstein for Kids | Monsters
New ReviewMary Shelley’s Frankenstein, written in 1818, is often called the first science fiction novel. It tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a scientist who creates life—but cannot control the consequences. The “monster” he brings to life...
Curated Video
Bigfoot Around the World: Yeti, Yowie and Other Legends for Kids
New ReviewBigfoot, also known as Sasquatch, isn’t just an American legend—creatures like him appear in stories from cultures all over the world. From the Yeti in the Himalayas to the Yowie in Australia and the Skunk Ape in Florida, many places...
PBS
Who Is This Japanese Yōkai That Is Obsessed With Your Butt?
New ReviewWhat looks like a reptile-amphibian hybrid, has a dish shaped skull, smells like fish, is child-like and out to steal your crops and drown your livestock? The Japanese water yokai, Kappa.
PBS
How a Classic Children’s Book Introduced Kids (and Adults) to Their Inner Demons
New ReviewAs a kid, the monsters in Where the Wild Things Are were downright frightening. But thinking about the book as an adult, it’s clear there’s something deeper to this fantastically monstrous story.
PBS
A Giant Monster With a Giant Problem
New ReviewIn this episode, we explore the legacy of the monumental 1933 film, King Kong, its groundbreaking special effects, and the complex racial and colonial undertones that continue to shape our understanding of this timeless classic.
PBS
Is This North American Sea Serpent Real or a Hoax?
New ReviewMany say that the waters of America’s Northern coasts are home to an elusive sea serpent of legend. Named Caddy! Or Cadborosaurus, for long. Sightings and testimonials go back generations. Who is Caddy? And why are serpentine water...
PBS
How The Internet Created Its Own Viral Monster
New ReviewA grainy 2007 video from Fresno, California, sparked an internet phenomenon—the Fresno Nightcrawlers. From cryptid lore to viral fame, this video explores how a 20-second clip turned into a legend, inspiring countless theories, debates,...
PBS
The Hat Man And The Shadow People
New ReviewCountless people claim to have seen the Hat Man—a shadowy figure in a wide-brimmed hat—while experiencing sleep paralysis, bringing on an overwhelming sense of dread. Why do so many people, throughout time and across different cultures,...
PBS
Nosferatu Is Dracula…Maybe
New ReviewWhy do vampires shift from terrifying to seductive and back again? Let's explore the long history of the vampire’s transformation—from monstrous fiend to gothic heartthrob—and what it says about our fears, desires, and identity. Sexy…...
PBS
The Terrifying Reign of the Beast of Gevaudan
New ReviewBetween 1764 and 1767, a mysterious creature terrorized the French countryside, leaving over 100 dead. Was it a monstrous wolf, a cryptid, or something more sinister? This is the chilling true story of the Beast of Gévaudan — a real-life...
PBS
The Most Puzzling UFO Case of the 20th Century
New ReviewIn 1952, a terrifying creature was spotted in Flatwoods, West Virginia — a 10 feet tall creature with glowing eyes, a spade-shaped head, and cloaked in a metal skirt. Was it an alien, a Cold War experiment, or mass hysteria?