Curated Video
The Sun
The Sun identifies the sun as one of many stars that exist in the universe by recognizing that the sun appears to be the largest star in the sky because of how close it is to Earth in relation to other stars.
Curated Video
What Does Sunlight Do?
“What Does Sunlight Do?” discusses the warming effects of the sun.
Curated Video
Temperature Differences
The video “Temperature Differences” explores the differences between sun and shade.
Curated Video
Basic Needs of Living Things: Part 1
Dr. Algae explains why all living things need food, air, and water to survive.
Curated Video
Rotate, Revolve, and Tilt
Dr. Algae explains how the Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the sun, causing night and day, and the four seasons.
Curated Video
Parts of a Plant: Part 1
Dr. Algae introduces the parts of a plant and explains the importance of each one.
Curated Video
Rotation and Revolution of Earth
Rotation and Revolution of Earth explores Earth’s rotation cycle and revolution around the sun.
Curated Video
Earth: What If It Had No Moon
“Earth: What If It Had No Moon?” discusses ways that the sun and moon affect Earth, focusing specifically on the moon’s gravitational effect.
Nature League
How Does Space Impact Life on Earth? - Field Trip
This week on Nature League, Brit explores the rhythms of life on Earth by interviewing Dr. Mark Reiser about solar and lunar cycles.
Nature League
Exploring Rhythms | Compilation
Brit looks back on our eleventh month on Nature League, when we explored the theme of rhythms.
Weatherthings
Aurora
The Aurora has fascinated and intrigued people for ages. It is a display of light in Earth’s magnetosphere caused by high energy particles arriving to the planet in the solar wind. The Aurora is seen in both hemispheres. In the northern...
Weatherthings
Fogbow
You've probably seen a fogbow but didn't notice, because they often blend with fog. A fogbow is a cousin of a rainbow, but generally without a lot of color. A fogbow appears as a bright arc in the tiny water droplets of fog. Fogbows form...
Physics Girl
What happens when black holes collide? | EXPERT ANSWERS PHYSICS GIRL QUESTIONS
What happens when black holes collide? What is the speed of gravity? There are so many weird questions related to gravitational waves.
Visual Learning Systems
The Power of Perpetual Resources
In this video, we delve into the incredible power generated by the sun and wind and how they can be harnessed as sustainable energy sources. Join us as we uncover the fascinating world of solar and wind power, discussing their...
Weatherthings
Clouds, Rain and the Water Cycle: rainbows, runoff, snowmelt
A rainy day spent inside helps a little boy learn about clouds and the water cycle from his mother. He sees the value of rain to plants, animals, people and the planet, even when the rain is not convenient for him. As the rain...
Weatherthings
Water Smart: The Sun, Water Cycle, & Climate - Runoff
The Sun, Water Cycle, & Climate shows us how the sun produces heat to drive the water cycle. It's made clear that the water cycle continues in the absence of sunlight or heat. We learn how the two components of climate- temperature and...
Weatherthings
Sun, Heat, Air and Wind: sun safety, sky color, wind
A curious pre-school child asks questions to a big kid about how weather works. Every answer is enlightening yet leads to another question. The little child learns that wind is air that moves, that may be gentle or strong and even...
Visual Learning Systems
What Is Light?: Light Around Us
What is light? What are some of the ways we use light? This program helps students develop a basic understanding of these difficult questions. The fundamental characteristics of light are highlighted. Real life examples of things that...
Weatherthings
Water Smart: The Sun, Water Cycle, & Climate - Precipitation
The Sun, Water Cycle, & Climate shows us how the sun produces heat to drive the water cycle. It's made clear that the water cycle continues in the absence of sunlight or heat. We learn how the two components of climate- temperature and...
Weatherthings
Hands on Weather - Heat
Three simple weather demonstrations you can do at home or at school to show the properties of heat, using your hands and everyday materials.
Mazz Media
Bailey's Big Back Yard: It's Raining
In this program Bailey learn follows a rainstorm from the beginning to the end. Through his magical magnifying glass, he comes to understand what happens to cause a rainstorm and why? Bailey learns how people are affected by rain as he...
Curated Video
The Skidi Star Chart: Native American Horoscope Par Excellence
A map of the heavens, the stunning Skidi Star Chart acted as a clock, a calendar, a compass – and shaped the cultural and spiritual lives of its creators, the Pawnee Tribe.
Curated Video
Exploring Solar Flares: The Power and Impact of the Sun
Explore the fascinating phenomenon of solar flares and their impact on Earth. These flares can affect space weather near Earth, produce harmful radiation, and even cause disruptions to communication systems and power grids.
Visual Learning Systems
Weather: Heat and the Atmosphere
Everyday we experience weather. This interesting series of programs helps students understand the factors that contribute to weather formation. Real-life examples enable students to appreciate the different aspects of weather....