SciShow Kids
Let's Explore Space!
It's a big day for Jessi and Squeaks because they've finally finished their brand new observatory! Join them as they try out their new telescope and take a look back at a compilation of everything we've learned about space so far!
SciShow
The Milky Way Broke Its Arm
The spiral of the Milky Way is not as smooth as we once thought because an arm not so far from home appears to be broken! And we may have discovered the answer to why a local asteroid puts on the appearance of a comet.
SciShow Kids
How to Find a Meteorite!
Maybe you've seen a shooting star, a bright streak of light that zips across the sky! But did you know that those shooting stars are actually rocks falling from space? And sometimes you can find them on the ground! Find out how with...
Crash Course Kids
Super Stars (Constellations)
So, you know about stars. But what if those stars formed a super group like The Avengers? Well, then you have a Constellation! In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina chats about stars, constellations, and how humans have used...
Crash Course Kids
Constellation Location
Let's say you're looking for a specific constellation in the sky, but can't find it? That could be because you're on the wrong part of the planet to see it. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about how the Earth's...
Bozeman Science
ESS1B - Earth and the Solar System
In this video Paul Andersen explains the parts of the Solar System; including the planets, dwarf planets, moons and asteroids. He explains how everything orbits around the Sun and how a proper understanding of this heliocentric model...
SciShow Kids
Getting Ready for the Eclipse!
Jessi and Squeaks are really excited about the total solar eclipse on August 21st, so they're revisiting all the amazing things they've learned about the sun, the moon, and how eclipses happen!
Crash Course Kids
The Ecliptic
So, what is the Ecliptic? Well, it has to do with the Zodiac constellations and our sun and how they move in relation to one another. It's kind of cool! In this episode, Sabrina chats about this imaginary line called the Ecliptic and its...
SciShow Kids
Why Can I See the Moon During the Day?
Have you ever noticed the moon hanging out in the daytime sky and wondered why? Join Jessi and Squeaks to find out!
SciShow Kids
Constellations Connect the Dots in the Sky!
For a long time, people have seen pictures among the stars -- just like connect the dots! Learn all about constellations, including someone of the easiest ones to spot, and what some people thought they looked like.
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
Revolutionizing Astronomical Imaging: The Lucky Imaging Method
Astronomers at Cambridge University have developed a groundbreaking method called lucky imaging to obtain a clearer view of the night sky. By using a highly sensitive video sensor and capturing multiple images during atmospheric...
Science ABC
Cave Paintings To Cartography: This Is How They Created Maps Before Satellites
In 1963, in Turkey, a cave painting was discovered that had been drawn around 6200 BC in Catal Hyük in Anatolia. This painting illustrated a town with streets, houses, and a volcano. Would you call this a cave painting or an attempt at...
Curated Video
Meteor
A brief streak of light in the night sky caused by a small object, maybe the size of a pebble or even a speck of dust, burning up as it enters the upper atmosphere from space. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in...
Curated Video
Astronomy
The branch of science that studies the physical universe beyond Earth's atmosphere. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science...
Curated Video
Milky Way
The name that we give to our own Galaxy. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce abstract concepts and key...
Curated Video
What is a Light Year?
When we look at distant stars, we are looking back in time. What is a light year, how is it measured and why do we measure distance in terms of time? Physics - Universe - Learning Points. Light travels through space at 300 million metres...
Curated Video
Constellations - Night Sky Patterns
Our sky is split into 88 different sections called constellations, which have been recognised and used by humans for centuries. Physics - Our Solar System - Learning Points. Constellations are set patterns of stars, such as Ursa Major....
Curated Video
Constellations - Star Patterns
Take a trip across the night sky and find out about the constellations. Physical processes -The Earth and beyond - Beyond our solar system Learning Points Our solar system is in a galaxy called the Milky Way. Solar systems grouped...
Bedtime History
William and Caroline Herschel For Kids | Bedtime History
Embark on a captivating journey through the lives and achievements of William and Caroline Herschel, two extraordinary pioneers of astronomy! This riveting video delves into their groundbreaking discoveries, from William's revolutionary...
Curated Video
Space Vocab And What Am I? Quiz For Kids | 4K
Blast off into space and learn fun space vocabulary words with this exciting quiz for kids! In this video, we’ll explore planets, stars, and other cool space terms. After learning the new words, challenge yourself with a fun 'What Am I?'...
Great Big Story
Building dreams under the stars, the story of Kovac planetarium
Explore the creation of the Kovac Planetarium in Wisconsin, a labor of love that showcases the night sky with hand-painted stars.
Great Big Story
Tim Doucette, The Legally Blind Astronomer with a Unique View of the Stars
Meet Tim Doucette, a legally blind astronomer whose unique vision allows him to see the night sky in extraordinary detail, inspiring others from his observatory, Deep Sky Eye.
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Curated Video
Why Can't You See Stars from an Airplane at Night?
While flying over a metropolitan or densely populated area at night, it’s likely that you won’t see stars from the airplane window. This is because the excessive artificial lighting (i.e., light pollution) of the city can light up the...