Crash Course
Telescopes
Today Phil explains how telescopes work and offers up some astronomical shopping advice.
SciShow
The Moon Has a Tail!
Did you know the moon has a tail? No one did, until 1998, and we've been trying to figure it out ever since.
SciShow
The Hunt for Water on the Moon
Crashing satellites into the moon can be fun AND educational!
SciShow
Spock, Hillary, Cthulhu & Other New Names for Pluto and Its Moons
Earlier this year, NASA put out a call for names for features on Pluto and its moons based on an established set of rules. Now, it's finally time to put those names on the map.
SciShow
Spotted The First Inside-Out Planetary Nebula - SciShow News
An inside out planetary nebula has given astronomers insight into what might happen in our own solar system someday, and it's that time of year again to search for shooting stars.
Curated Video
Responsibility and Perseverance: Learning and Growing at Home and School
In this video, children learn about the importance of responsibility and perseverance in both school and home. They are encouraged to fulfill their obligations, such as doing homework, and to seek help when needed. Through examples and...
Curated Video
Responsibility and Perseverance: Learning and Growing at School and Home
In this video, children learn about the importance of responsibility and fulfilling their obligations at home and school. They explore the connection between teachers' responsibility to teach and their responsibility to learn. Through...
Curated Video
Exploring Our Solar System: A Journey Through Space
Go on an exciting journey through our solar system as they explore planets, stars, moons, comets, and asteroids. Learn about the sun at the center, visit each of the eight planets, and discover fascinating facts about space. This...
Wonderscape
The Cycle of the Moon
The moon takes approximately 27 and 1/3 days to orbit the Earth, but due to the Earth's movement, it appears to return to the same position in the sky after 29 and a half days, a period known as a lunar month. During this cycle, the moon...
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
The Power of Gravity: Exploring the Force that Shapes Our Universe
This video explains the concept of gravity and its importance in our daily lives. It explores how Sir Isaac Newton discovered gravity and how it keeps objects, including ourselves, from floating off into space. The video also highlights...
Curated Video
Overcoming Fears and Being Brave: Kids Planet Space Adventure
In this video, Kids Planet explores the concept of overcoming fears and challenges. Through examples and practical tips, children are encouraged to face their fears and seek help from their parents, teachers, and friends. The video also...
Curated Video
Exploring the Outer Planets: The Voyager Mission
The Voyager mission, consisting of twin spacecraft Voyager 1 and Voyager 2, embarked on a groundbreaking journey in 1972 to explore Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune. Equipped with advanced sensors and cameras, the Voyagers captured...
Wonderscape
What Does the Moon Look Like?
The moon is Earth's only natural satellite, the fifth largest in our solar system, and appears bright in our night sky due to sunlight reflection. Despite its significant appearance, the moon is much smaller than Earth, being only about...
Curated Video
European Space Exploration: Highlights of 2004
In 2004, European Space exploration reached new heights with notable missions and discoveries. Mars Express provided unprecedented detailed images of the Red Planet's surface, while Rosetta embarked on a 10-year journey to study a...
Curated Video
The Power of Knowledge
In this video, Jade the Giraffe interviews Wolfgang the Wolf, who dispels myths and shares his knowledge about wolves. They discuss the importance of being open to learning, the role of female wolves in the pack, and the value of seeking...
Curated Video
Exploring Saturn: The Rings, Moons, and the Cassini-Huygens Mission
This video discusses the arrival of the Cassini Huygens probe at Saturn and its mission to study the planet's rings and moons. It highlights the significance of understanding Saturn's rings in relation to the formation of the planetary...
Curated Video
Exploring the Depths of Space: The Legacy of the Hubble Space Telescope
This video explores the incredible capabilities of the Hubble Space Telescope and its contributions to our understanding of the universe. From capturing images of distant galaxies and nebulae to studying the life cycle of stars, Hubble...
Curated Video
SMART 1: Europe's Mission to the Moon and Advancements in Space Exploration
The SMART 1 mission, launched by the European Space Agency in 2003, has successfully achieved lunar orbit and is Europe's first mission to the Moon. With its advanced technologies and compact design, SMART 1 aims to study the Moon's...
Curated Video
Exploring Titan: The Journey and Mission of the Huygens Lander
This video discusses the upcoming mission of the Huygens Lander, which will be landing on Titan, Saturn's largest moon. The dense atmosphere of Titan, composed of nitrogen and methane, makes it difficult to observe from spacecraft and...
Curated Video
Exploring the Composition of the Moon: The Smart One Lunar Probe
The Video describes the European Space Agency's Smart One lunar probe, which is equipped with a new instrument, an X-ray spectrometer, to gather data about the composition of the moon's surface. This instrument will create a lunar map of...
Curated Video
Exploring Titan: Discoveries and Mysteries
In this video, the Cassini mission provides close-up observations of Saturn's moon Titan, revealing surprising features such as super rotation in its atmosphere and potential flatness on its surface. The spacecraft also detects...
Curated Video
Exploring Saturn and its Moons: Discoveries from the Cassini Mission
This video highlights the incredible discoveries made by the Cassini spacecraft during its mission at Saturn. From capturing exquisite views of the ringed planet and its moons to uncovering new radiation belts and studying the internal...
Curated Video
Exploring the Moon: Innovations in Rocket Fuel Production
This video discusses the United States' plan to return to the Moon with manned missions in about 10 years. The challenge lies in obtaining enough fuel to launch rockets from the Moon. Professor Derek Frey of Cambridge University is...