SciShow
How Do Honey Bees Survive Natural Disasters?
Honey bees may be small, but they manage to survive some pretty big disasters. Whether it’s hurricanes, wildfires, or even volcanoes, honey bees seem to have a plan for everything.
SciShow
Are We Ready to Edit the Fetal Genome?
Gene therapy is really complicated both scientifically and ethically. But it also has the potential to do some amazing things - like treating life threatening diseases in babies before they are even born.
SciShow
Why Yapoks Need a Pouch for Their Junk
Yapoks are cute aquatic marsupials, and they're the only living creatures that need pouches for their sacs.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Can you solve the locker riddle? - Lisa Winer
Your rich, eccentric uncle just passed away, and you and your 99 nasty relatives have been invited to the reading of his will. He wanted to leave all of his money to you, but he knew that if he did, your relatives would pester you...
MinuteEarth
Would You Drink Water Made From Sewage?
FYI: We try to leave jargon out of our videos, but if you want to learn more about this topic, here are some handy keywords to get your googling started: - Disgust: A feeling of revulsion at something unpleasant - Emotion: A mental state...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: When is water safe to drink? - Mia Nacamulli
Water is refreshing, hydrating, and invaluable to your survival. But clean water remains a precious and often scarce commodity - there are nearly 800 million people who still don't have regular access to it. Why is that? And how can you...
SciShow
Is There Gravity in Space
In a word, "yes" - space is packed with gravity. Hank explains how Isaac Newton described how gravity works, and why even though it seems that things are floating in space, they're still effected by gravity. Every object in the universe...
SciShow
Why Do Apples Turn Brown?
Why do apples turn brown after you cut them, or when they rot? Basically for the same reason that human hair, eyes and skin is brown, too. Not that we're calling you rotten. Quick Questions explains!
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Are food preservatives bad for you? - Eleanor Nelsen
Food doesn't last. In days, sometimes hours, bread goes moldy, apple slices turn brown, and bacteria multiply in mayonnaise. But you can find all of these foods out on the shelf at the grocery store " hopefully unspoiled -- thanks to...
SciShow Kids
Why Do Floods Happen?
It's been raining for a few days where Jessi and Squeaks live, and the news even said that there may be a flood! Join Jessi to find out what a flood is, how they form, and how you can stay safe if there's a flood where you live!
TED Talks
TED: How your personality shapes your politics | Dannagal G. Young
Social psychologist Dannagal G. Young breaks down the link between our psychology and politics, showing how personality types largely fall into people who prioritize openness and flexibility (liberals) and those who prefer order and...
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!
Crash Course
Medieval Europe: Crash Course European History
Our European history is going to start around 1500 with the Renaissance, but believe it or not, that is not the actual beginning of history in the continent. So, today, we're going to teach you the broad outlines of the so-called Middle...
SciShow Kids
Tsunamis: The Biggest Waves
Most waves are very small, but every once in a while, they can be really extreme!
SciShow
What Does 'Clinically Proven' Actually Mean?
You've seen it on your shampoo bottle, vitamins, and even your fancy moisturizing cream. But what does the phrase "clinically proven' actually mean?
TED Talks
Suchitra Krishnan-Sarin: What you should know about vaping and e-cigarettes
E-cigarettes and vapes have exploded in popularity in the last decade, especially among youth and young adults -- from 2011 to 2015, e-cigarette use among high school students in the US increased by 900 percent. Biobehavioral scientist...
Crash Course
Crash Course Outbreak Science Preview
Welcome to Crash Course Outbreak Science! What do pathogens actually do to us that makes us sick? Why do societies respond to outbreaks of infectious diseases the way they do? How can we stop the next outbreak? These are the kinds of...
Curated Video
What is Psychological Safety? ...and Why Does it Matter?
In this video, I answer the question, 'What is Psychological Safety?' I'll also discuss why it's important in Project Management. In 1965, Edgar Schein and Warren Bennis defined psychological safety as: ‘an atmosphere where one can take...
Curated Video
Super Pedestrians: Learning About Traffic Signs and Safety
In this video transcript, Nova, a friendly character, teaches children about being safe pedestrians. They learn about the importance of listening to their parents, using their ears to be aware of their surroundings, and understanding...
Curated Video
Travel Tips and Fun Games for a Family Road Trip
In this video, the speaker discusses different modes of transportation and how to behave while traveling. They cover airplanes, trains, and road trips, providing tips and guidelines for a safe and enjoyable journey. The video also...
Curated Video
Tips for Becoming an Independent Kid and Staying Safe
In this video, children learn about the importance of staying safe and becoming independent. They are taught how to handle situations with strangers and are encouraged to practice activities that help them become more self-reliant, such...
Curated Video
Becoming an Independent Kid: Exploring Responsibility and Wise Decision Making
In this video, Nova, a space adventurer, teaches kids about the importance of becoming independent. She explains that being independent means being able to take care of oneself, make smart choices, and follow rules. Through stories and...