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How Was the Grand Canyon Formed?
I was in Arizona recently for Phoenix Comic-Con, and had the amazing pleasure of seeing one of Earth's greatest natural wonders… the Grand Canyon. More than a mile deep, and several miles across, it just defies belief. But I couldn't...
SciShow Kids
Where Does Wind Come From? | The Science of Flying | SciShow Kids
As Squeaks continues to prep for his big trip with Jessi, Mr. Brown helps him learn all about how the wind outside the fort will also affect how long his airplane ride with Jessi takes!
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Science Superlatives of 2013
Hank counts down some of the science superlatives from 2013: the first, biggest, strongest and longest things that were discovered, built or otherwise described. Find out his year's superlatives. They're the best!
SciShow
The First-Ever Map of Mars’s Interior
We’ve done a surprising amount of exploration on Mars, from its atmosphere, to its surface, and miles deep into its canyons. But mapping its insides has been a quandary that we hadn’t been able to solve until last week!
MinuteEarth
How Do Some Waves Get SO Big?
All over the world, giant wave breaks appear because of underwater geology that supercharges their wave energy.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Blood, concrete, and dynamite: Building the Hoover Dam | Alex Gendler
In the early 20th century, the US had expanded from coast to coast, but many cities in the southwest still lacked reliable water sources. The Colorado River's erratic flow and frequent floods made it unreliable for agriculture, and the...
Crash Course Kids
Defining a Problem
So, how do engineers even figure out what problem needs to get fixed? And what's the difference between identifying a problem and just complaining about something. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks about how we can all...
Crash Course Kids
Defining Success
In our last episode, Sabrina talked about how Engineers define the problems they need to solve. But how do you know when you've actually solved a problem? What do you expect to happen that would equal success? In this episode, Sabrina...
SciShow Kids
Was There Water on Mars? | Let's Explore Mars! | SciShow Kids
When you look at a picture of Mars next to a picture of Earth, you might notice one big difference: Earth is covered in blue oceans and Mars doesn't seem to have any water at all! But scientists have discovered all kinds of clues that...
SciShow Kids
The Grand Canyon!
Nature creates some pretty amazing things, and one of the largest of these is The Grand Canyon!
Curated Video
The Ancient Ruins and Historic Sites of Mexico City
Exploring Mexico City, Mexico:Our journey concludes in the historic streets of Mexico City, where we'll embark on a quest to uncover the remnants of ancient civilizations, including the Aztec Empire. Explore the fascinating ruins and...
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Lisbon: History and Landmarks
Lisbon, Portugal:From the depths of the ocean to the top of the hill on which the Castle of San Jorge sits, we will land in Lisbon, Portugal to experience everything that this ancient city has to offer. Its culture, its customs, temples,...
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Exploring the Ancient Ruins and Natural Wonders of the Yucatan Peninsula
Yucatan, Mexico:"We head to Yucatan, the land where the ancient Mayans flourished to visit its majestic pyramids and discover this ancient civilization."
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Exploring Arizona: From Death Valley to Phoenix
Exploring Arizona, USA:Embark on an adventure in Arizona, known for its vast landscapes and captivating natural wonders. Visit the Pima Air & Space Museum to delve into the realm of space exploration, then explore the breathtaking beauty...
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Santiago, Chile: Food, Adventure, and Culture
Santiago de Chile:"Then we go to Santiago de Chile, we will visit the Cerro San Cristobal or Metropolitan Park of Santiago, being this the largest urban park in the city and one of the most emblematic places of Santiago. We will taste...
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Niagara Falls: A Spectacular Natural Wonder
Niagara Falls:"We begin our journey in the monumental Niagara Falls, located between the United States and Canada. We will go on an exciting helicopter ride through the Falls and finally enjoy delicious buffalo wings."
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Exploring Papua New Guinea: Western New Guinea, Spirit Houses, and the Sepic River
Papua New Guinea:"Finally, we will go to one of the largest islands in the world, where a country rich in cultural diversity awaits us, Papua in New Guinea. An island, full of mystery and wonder and one of the least explored places to...
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Seoul: Music, Culture, and Sports
Seoul, South Korea:"From this peninsula located in Central America we will travel to Seoul, a bustling city full of history and culture."
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Bangkok: History, Culture, and Attractions
Bangkok, Thailand:"From one iconic city to another, we will arrive at Bangkok, Thailand. We will climb the Skytrain, and travel to one of the most legendary snake farms on the planet ... calm! The extraction of the poison and...
Curated Video
The Charm and Culture of New Orleans
Discovering New Orleans, USA:Experience the charm of southern hospitality in the vibrant city of New Orleans. Indulge in delectable cuisine and immerse yourself in the soulful rhythms of its music scene. Delve into the city's rich...
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Melbourne: Sports, Wildlife, and Marine Life
Melbourne, Australia:"Then, we will visit the Australian continent to discover all the adventures that the city of Melbourne hides, with all the ingredients to be one of the most attractive and interesting cities in the world: top...
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Exploring the Art and Culture of Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain:"Our tour begins on the shores of the Mediterranean in Barcelona, one of the European cities most visited by tourists from all over the world, where you can breathe art, avant-garde, and rebelliousness typical of the...
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Ecuador: Bananas, Equators, and Volcanoes
Ecuador:"Wait! That's not all! After Florence we cross the planet to reach another continent and visit Ecuador. There, you will put one foot in each half of the world, we will explore a national park with an active volcano and you will...