SciShow Kids
Don’t Be Afraid of Spiders!
A SciShow Kids viewer wants to know more about spiders so she’s not afraid of them anymore. And know what? They’re not scary! They’re awesome!
SciShow Kids
Why Do We Get Mad?
Everyone feels angry sometimes, and anger is a natural way that our bodies keep us safe from danger! Jessi and Squeaks are here to tell you all about why we feel angry, and how to control it when getting in mad isn't the right choice!
Crash Course
Emotion, Stress and Health: Crash Course Psychology
So, it turns out we have an easy time reading emotions in facial expressions, but emotions can straight up kill us! In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank discusses stress, emotions, and their overall impact on our health. --...
Curated Video
Protein functions in the human body
Proteins are complex macromolecules that are considered 1 of the 4 macromolecules that make up life. Proteins have many functions beyond being structural components of cells.
Curated Video
Exploring the Fascinating World of Lizards: From Komodo Dragons to Chameleons
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of lizards and their diverse characteristics. From limbless lizards with unique abilities to lizards that can change color and squirt blood from their eyes, we discover the incredible...
Curated Video
DNA Fingerprinting: Celebrating 20 Years of Unique Identification
DNA fingerprinting, a technique that analyzes unique DNA patterns, has revolutionized the field of forensic science and has been instrumental in solving various cases. Celebrating its 20th anniversary, DNA fingerprinting has been used to...
Curated Video
Understanding and Expressing Emotions: Building Empathy and Connection
This video transcript explores the importance of understanding and expressing emotions in a kind and thoughtful way. It teaches children how to identify and interpret non-verbal cues and body language to understand how others are...
Curated Video
When you die, this is what happens to your body
What happens to our bodies when we die? Well, after death, many things happen to our bodies at physical and chemical levels. In this video, we will cover all the science of death.
Curated Video
Exploring the Differences: Swans, Ducks, and Geese
In this video, we explore the differences between Swans, ducks, and geese. We learn about their anatomical features, habitats, behaviors, and reproductive patterns. This informative video provides a comprehensive understanding of these...
Curated Video
Rodents of the World: Capybaras, Beavers, Groundhogs, and Squirrels
This video provides information about some of the largest rodents in existence, including the capybara, beaver, groundhog, and squirrel. It highlights their physical characteristics, habitats, behaviors, and unique adaptations. Whether...
Curated Video
The Science of Fear: Understanding Our Physical and Psychological Responses
This video explores the concept of fear and its physical and psychological effects on the human body. It discusses how fear is a response that can be triggered by both real and perceived dangers, and how our ancestors' fight or flight...
Curated Video
DNA Identification: Unprecedented Challenges in Identifying Tsunami Victims
This video highlights the use of DNA techniques to identify the unclaimed and unidentified victims of the Asian tsunami in Phuket. With the help of genetic profiling and cross-matching with a database of the deceased, forensic experts...
Curated Video
Exploring the World of Butterflies and Moths
In this video, we explore the fascinating world of butterflies and moths, belonging to the Lepidoptera order. We learn about their unique characteristics, such as their wings covered in scales, their intricate life cycle of...
Curated Video
The ANATOMY that Da Vinci got WRONG
It's undeniable that Leonardo Da Vinci made a great contribution to the subject of human anatomy. He created gorgeous anatomical illustrations that changed the course of medicine. But like every human being, he got some things wrong. In...
Curated Video
Bone structure made easy!
Every bone in our body is different. They all have different structures and can be divided into several types, depending on shape, size and function.
Wonderscape
The Startling Rate of Teen Smoking and Its Dangers
Despite widespread awareness of the severe health risks, over 3,200 kids under the age of 18 start smoking daily. Understand the addictive nature of nicotine found in cigarettes and other tobacco products, making it extremely challenging...
Food Farmer Earth
Alan Kapuler: A Visionary's Blend of Science, Ideas, and Humanity
Explore the influential life and thoughts of Alan Kapuler, as he discusses the impact of monoculture on society and the importance of agricultural diversity. Learn how his scientific insights aim to foster a more sustainable and humane...
Curated Video
Bacteria
Single-celled microorganisms, which do not have a nucleus, and reproduce by simple cell division. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig...
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Black hole
An object in space with enough mass in a relatively small region of space that nothing can escape its gravity, not even light. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and...
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Conduction
The transfer of heat energy due to a difference in temperature, always from a hotter to cooler area. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions....
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Melatonin and Sleep
Melatonin regulates our sleep cycle and during puberty this hormone becomes imbalanced. Could this be why teenagers are moody? Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The hormone melatonin regulates the circadian rhythm - the body's...
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Streamlined: Dolphins vs People
Discover the differences in evolutionary adaptation between dolphins and humans, which allow these marine mammals to move through water far more easily and efficiently than us. Physics - Forces - Learning Points. Dolphins can swim faster...
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Salt: Food Preservative
Salt was discovered thousands of years ago as a way of preserving food. How does it do this? And what else does salt preserve? Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning Points. Food rots because of bacteria and fungi. Salt is an...
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Factpack: Background Radiation
Although radioactive materials are associated with power stations and bombs, we live with radioactive substances all around us. What are they, and do they affect us? Physics - Energy And Radioactivity - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack...