Zabargad Island in the Red Sea is so crusted with peridot that it's fair to say the place is literally made of it. <br/>

The equator is a clear and accurate line around Earth that makes measuring latitude a precise science, but when it came to figuring out how to do that with longitude, British sailors were at a loss. Until they devised a competition....

We can learn a lot from dinosaur fossils, but figuring how they behaved is a real challenge.

Today on SciShow news, dead person wisdom is helping enrich our understanding of the natural world - how did Vikings manage to be such awesome navigators? And is heart disease inherent in human beings? Scientists think mummies may have...

As the Roman Empire flourished, Scandinavians had small settlements and no central government. Yet by the 11th century, they had spread far from Scandinavia, gaining control of trade routes throughout Europe, conquering kingdoms as...

What do you learn when you sail around the world on your own? When solo sailor Ellen MacArthur circled the globe – carrying everything she needed with her – she came back with new insight into the way the world works, as a place of...

Solar sail technology was once only theoretical, but it's now being developed to propel spaceships. How did the first solar sails get into space, and why?

We're celebrating a month of reading fun! Read and sing-a-long about dolphins with Squeaks and his favorite band, The Whizpops!

The idea that the Moon is a blown-off chunk of the Earth is known as the giant impact hypothesis - but the presence of carbon on the Moon throws this hypothesis into question.

It's a bustling day in Pompeii. After a quick visit to the market, Fabia spots her brothers, Lucius and Marcus, crossing the Forum. The siblings begin discussing Lucius' wedding — but a deafening boom interrupts them. They watch Vesuvius...

One of Jessi and Squeak's favorite things to do on a nice day is to go to the park and fly their homemade kites! Today, Jessi will show you how to build your own kite and tell you how a little wind can send it soaring through the air!

We can learn a lot from dinosaur fossils, but figuring how they behaved is a real challenge.

When scientists are planning missions, they sometimes have to take into account the fact that the light from the Sun pushes on the spacecraft. But with solar sails, they can also use that pressure to propel the craft along.

The equator is a clear and accurate line around Earth that makes measuring latitude a precise science, but when it came to figuring out how to do that with longitude, British sailors were at a loss. Until they devised a competition.

Science Kids Ocean Predators - Killer Whales, Great White Sharks, Piranhas and More!

Predators play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of marine ecosystems by controlling the populations of prey species. By preying on...

Howcast - Learn how to get involved in sailboat racing in this Howcast boating video with expert Toby Stull.

Howcast - Let your imagination float away with this classic paper boat.

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel for a feature about how challenging life inside a submarine could be. Submariners go beyond every other sailor in terms of accepting new challenges and adapting to new lifestyles. Fluctus is a website...

Welcome back to the Fluctus Channel for a feature about how colossal submarines lurk under the waves of the oceans and navigate through the mighty oceans. Fluctus is a website and YouTube channel dedicated to sea geeks. Whenever you are...

Skoop and Lea find a shell in the sand. The friends are arguing about which of them is going to get the shell. Leo tells his friends not to fight and to head off to Seashell Island. There are lots of shell to collect there - enough for...

The arrival of the Mayflower on the shores of Cape Cod in 1620 signaled the beginning of a new age of European colonization in North America. But why did the Pilgrims and Strangers want to migrate to the New World? Who were they? And...

Exploring Machu Picchu, Peru:Our adventure begins amidst the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, offering insight into the fascinating culture of the Incas. Traverse breathtaking paths, uncover hidden treasures, and marvel at the...

Exploring Mexico City, Mexico:Our journey concludes in the historic streets of Mexico City, where we'll embark on a quest to uncover the remnants of ancient civilizations, including the Aztec Empire. Explore the fascinating ruins and...

This video explores the history of sailboats, from ancient times to the modern era. It highlights the early forms of sailing and the techniques used for navigation without modern tools. The video also discusses key innovations that have...