Be Smart
Can You Bend Light Like This?
The other day I got bored and noticed this weird thing happened when I held my finger up to my eye, so I had to science it and figure it out! Let me know if you try these light-bending experiments too, especially that last one that I...
SciShow
A Brief History of Timekeeping
It's time for another leap second! Join SciShow as we celebrate by exploring the long and strange history of timekeeping.
SciShow
Eclipses That Don't Eclipse
Here on Earth, we’re used to seeing both lunar and solar eclipses. But further out are eclipses that don’t behave at all the way we expected them to.
SciShow Kids
Lunar Eclipses
Did you know there will be a lunar eclipse this week? Jessi and Squeaks explore what causes lunar eclipses and why they can make the moon look red!
MinutePhysics
The "Mountain Or Valley?" Illusion
This video is about a multistable perceptual illusion, similar to the hollow face illusion, whereby maps or aerial or satellite photos look upside down/inside out, ie, concave (valley) parts look convex and convex (mountainous) parts...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What creates a total solar eclipse? - Andy Cohen
How can the tiny moon eclipse the sight of the gargantuan sun? By sheer coincidence, the disc of the sun is 400x larger than the disc of the moon, but the sun is 390x farther from Earth -- which means that when they align just right, the...
MinutePhysics
TOP 10 REASONS Why We Know the Earth is Round
TOP 10 REASONS Why We Know the Earth is Round
SciShow Kids
Make Your Own Sundial!
Squeaks broke his watch! Luckily Jessi knows of a handy way to tell time, with a sundial!
Crash Course
Light Is Waves: Crash Course Physics
The way light behaves can seem very counter intuitive, and many physicists would agree with that, but once you figure out light waves it all starts to make more sense! In this episode of Crash Course Physics, Shini shows us how we know...
Crash Course Kids
Following the Sun
Have you ever wondered why your shadow is longer sometimes and shorter others? It turns out it all has to do with that marvelous big ball of light in the sky; The Sun! This first series is based on 5th grade science. We're super excited...
TED Talks
Adam Savage: How simple ideas lead to scientific discoveries
Adam Savage walks through two spectacular examples of profound scientific discoveries that came from simple, creative methods anyone could have followed -- Eratosthenes' calculation of the Earth's circumference around 200 BC and...
MinuteEarth
UPSIDE-DOWN Rivers On Mars?! (Response to MinutePhysics)
The "Mountain or Valley?" illusion makes our brains turn valleys inside out. But inside-out valleys are a real thing, both on Earth and on Mars. ___________________________________________ If you want to learn more about this topic,...
SciShow Kids
Fun Facts About Groundhogs!
February 2nd is Groundhog Day in the United States, and Jessi and Squeaks are celebrating by sharing all kinds of amazing groundhog facts with us! Learn what groundhogs eat, where they live, and how they make it through tough winters!
Curated Video
The Fascinating Truth About the Moon: Exploring its Mysteries and Impact on Earth
This video provides fascinating insights into the moon, debunking common misconceptions and revealing intriguing facts. From the existence of the far side of the moon to its impact on Earth's stability and climate, the video explores the...
Curated Video
Only In Malaysia 8 - Beckham Imposters
Beckham Imposters:A Malaysian confectionery maker cleverly markets his product by convincing people that footballer David Beckham and his popstar wife are visiting the town.
Curated Video
Only In China 11 - Shadow Dancing with Mimicked Movements
Shadow Dancing with Mimicked Movements:A group of dancers creatively mimics the movements of shadow puppets, blending traditional art forms with contemporary dance.
Curated Video
The Moon - Earth’s Natural Satellite
An introduction to the Earth's moon. What makes a moon a moon? Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. A moon is a natural satellite. Our Moon orbits the Earth roughly every 28 days. The Moon's glow is caused by the reflection of...
Curated Video
Manipulating Light
When light hits something, a number of things can happen: it can be reflected, refracted, diffracted or absorbed. But what does this mean? Physics - Waves - Learning Points. Manipulation of light is vital to our survival. Light waves...
Curated Video
Jai Singh
How Maharaja Jai Singh used scale to build and enhance the accuracy of his giant astronomical sundials. Maths - History Of Maths A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s context films show...
Curated Video
What is a shadow?
Find out what makes a shadow. The world around us - Light and sound - Shadows Learning Points A shadow is an area where light cannot reach. This means that shadows form wherever light is blocked. Shadows take a similar shape to the...
Curated Video
Shadows – What happens next?
The Sun appears to move in the sky over a field of cacti ... what happens next? Physical processes -Light - Shadows Learning Points The length of a shadow can change with the angle of the light source. A Twig Tidbit Film - What happens...
Curated Video
Spot the shadows
Find out how shadows are formed and what types of materials produce shadows. Physical processes - Light - Shadows Learning Points Shadows are created when an object blocks the path of light. Opaque objects do not let any light through....
Curated Video
Total solar eclipse
Find out what causes a total solar eclipse. Physical processes -Light - The Sun as a light source Learning Points A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon's orbit passes between the Earth and the Sun. During a solar eclipse the Moon...
Curated Video
The Sun and shadows
Investigate why shadows change size during the day. Physical processes - Light - The Sun as a light source Learning Points Shadows change size during the day because of the position of the Sun. When the Sun is overhead shadows are short....