Instructional Video3:25
SciShow

Why Do Tornadoes Hate America?

12th - Higher Ed
On the 4th of July, Americans like to celebrate the things that make the United States unique, and a lot of those things have to do with our geography. That remarkable geography is also responsible for some pretty unique weather, and...
Instructional Video3:42
SciShow

The Fern That Cooled the Planet

12th - Higher Ed
Over its lifetime, the Earth has seen plenty of climate change. About 50 million years ago the planet experienced extreme cooling, and all from a little fern.
Instructional Video4:04
SciShow Kids

Animals with Winter Coats!

K - 5th
Have you ever wondered how animals stay warm in the winter? Learn all about their natural cozy coats and the other awesome tricks they use to make it through the cold conditions!
Instructional Video1:55
MinuteEarth

The Deadliest Ice Age Ever

12th - Higher Ed
This video explores the mysterious mass extinction event that occurred 450 million years ago, potentially triggered by an Ice Age. It delves into the impact on marine life, with clues found in ancient rock formations in northern Africa.
Instructional Video3:00
SciShow Kids

Why Should You Wear Sunscreen?

K - 5th
Jessi and Squeaks are ready to go outside, but before they do, Jessi needs to make sure to put on sunscreen so that she doesn't get a sunburn!
Instructional Video3:58
SciShow Kids

Be a Weather Watcher

K - 5th
Learn about different types of weather and how to keep track of your weather observations!
Instructional Video9:45
Crash Course

What Are the Different Types of Cyclones? Crash Course Geography

12th - Higher Ed
Today we’re going to talk about two types of cyclones: mid-latitude cyclones and tropical cyclones. Mid-latitude cyclones are huge weather systems that bring day-to-day weather in the mid-latitudes. They're the reason the weather is...
Instructional Video4:34
SciShow Kids

The Secret of Frozen Frogs! | Winter Science | SciShow Kids

K - 5th
On a cold day, sometimes people will say "I'm freezing!," even though they aren't actually frozen like ice. But there is a very special animal that can say "I'm freezing" and mean it: wood frogs! Join Jessi and Squeaks to learn about the...
Instructional Video3:20
SciShow Kids

Fun With Blubber!

K - 5th
Some animals have a special kind of fat below their skin to stay warm in the chilly months. Follow along with this special experiment to learn more about how blubber works!
Instructional Video8:03
PBS

That Time It Rained for Two Million Years

12th - Higher Ed
At the beginning of the Triassic Period, with the continents locked together from pole-to-pole in the supercontinent of Pangea, the world is hot, flat, and very, very dry. But then 234 million years ago, the climate suddenly changed for...
Instructional Video4:46
TED-Ed

TED-Ed: Can wildlife adapt to climate change? - Erin Eastwood

Pre-K - Higher Ed
With rising temperatures and seas, massive droughts, and changing landscapes, successfully adapting to climate change is increasingly important. For humans, this can mean using technology to find solutions. But for some plants and...
Instructional Video15:37
SciShow Kids

From Seasons to Salmon: All About Cycles! | SciShow Kids Compilation

K - 5th
Mister Brown and Squeaks are learning all about different cycles, or patterns, as they get ready for summer!
Instructional Video4:27
Crash Course Kids

Life on Other Planets

3rd - 8th
Have you ever wondered if there is anyone (or anything) else out there in the universe? Well, you're not alone. But what would alien life look like? And what would their food chains and food webs look like? In this episode of Crash...
Instructional Video4:07
SciShow Kids

Wonderful Wool!

K - 5th
You might have clothes, like a hat or a warm, cozy sweater, that are made of wool. You might even know that a lot of wool comes from sheep! But do you know how wool goes from growing on a sheep to being made into a sweater?
Instructional Video3:43
SciShow Kids

Explore the Rainforest! Ecology for Kids

K - 5th
It's raining where Jessi and Squeaks live, so they decided to bust out some books and read up on a special kind of forest where it rains almost every day!
Instructional Video3:41
SciShow Kids

Save the Snowman! Engineering for Kids

K - 5th
Squeaks built Jessi a snowman! But, now Jessi and Squeaks need to save it from melting!
Instructional Video3:49
SciShow Kids

The Biggest Snowstorms!

K - 5th
Usually when it's snowing outside, it's really calm, pretty, and fun to play in! But there are certain types of big snowstorms, called blizzards, that can get really windy, wild, and even dangerous!
Instructional Video3:45
SciShow

Plants That Keep Themselves Warm

12th - Higher Ed
Sometimes, plants do unexpected things. Like control their own body temperature.
Instructional Video10:33
Crash Course

Jupiter

12th - Higher Ed
Jupiter is the biggest planet in our solar system. The gas giant is NOT a failed star, but a really successful planet! It has a dynamic atmosphere with belts and zones, as well as an enormous red spot that’s actually a persistent...
Instructional Video4:23
SciShow Kids

Build a Tiny Plant World! Science Project for Kids

K - 5th
Jessi and Squeaks just learned about terrariums, and now they want to make one for themselves! Join them to learn all about these tiny gardens in a bottle and how you can make one of your own!
Instructional Video4:32
Crash Course Kids

Weather vs. Climate

3rd - 8th
So we have Weather and Climate... but are they the same thing? No, no they are not. But they are both super important to how the geosphere is shaped. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina chats with us about the differences...
Instructional Video4:05
SciShow Kids

The Power of Sunlight! Science Project for Kids

K - 5th
Jessi and Squeaks use the power of the sun to conduct a cool science experiment!
Instructional Video3:58
SciShow Kids

Where Does Water Come From? Ecology for Kids

K - 5th
The water in your faucet may once have been part of a cloud...or a snowflake...or even the ocean! And it’s all because of the water cycle!
Instructional Video4:09
SciShow Kids

What's a Hurricane?

K - 5th
Some parts of the world get way more extreme storms than Jessi and Squeaks are used to. They're called hurricanes!