Instructional Video0:47
Curated Video

Lightning - Atmospheric Discharge

6th - 12th
A high-current electrical discharge in the atmosphere that may occur during thunderstorms, or sometimes dust storms or volcanic eruptions. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning...
Instructional Video2:20
Curated Video

Thunderstorm

Pre-K - 3rd
What is a thunderstorm?
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Learning Points
Lightning occurs when ice particles inside thunderstorm clouds colli
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Instructional Video0:54
Curated Video

Weather – Odd one out

K - 5th
Four different types of weather are shown, but which is the odd one out?
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A Twig Tidbit Film - Odd one out. The children have to work out which of...
Instructional Video0:51
Curated Video

Choosing suitable materials – Clip

K - 5th
Discover how lightning rods protect buildings when they are struck and why they are made of metal.
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Instructional Video0:55
Curated Video

Role of the environment – Odd one out

K - 5th
Four disasters are shown, but which is the only one that is not a natural disaster?
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A Twig Tidbit Film - Odd one out....
Instructional Video3:11
Curated Video

Lightning - Static Electricity

K - 5th
Discover that lightning is a form of static energy.
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Instructional Video4:18
Wonderscape

Myths in Science and History: Newton, Franklin, and Enslavement

K - 5th
Discover the truths behind famous myths like Isaac Newton’s apple story and Benjamin Franklin’s kite experiment. Learn how these stories were exaggerated over time and find out how enslavement existed in all American colonies, not just...
Instructional Video2:33
Curated Video

The Hindenburg Disaster: The End of an Era in Airship Travel

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The Hindenburg, the largest airship ever built, met a tragic end when it burst into flames in 1937. This catastrophic event, captured on newsreel footage, marked the downfall of airship travel and undermined faith in this mode of...
Instructional Video8:03
Curated Video

Storm Chasers: Unraveling the Mysteries of Lightning and Thunder

6th - Higher Ed
Join us as we delve into the electrifying world of storms, uncovering how lightning forms and the best ways to stay safe during a storm. Discover the science behind storm clouds and lightning, witness demonstrations of lightning rods...
Instructional Video5:12
Curated Video

CompTIA A+ Certification Core 1 (220-1101) - Thunder and Lightning

Higher Ed
Thunderbolt and Lightning connectors are high-speed alternatives to USB. A good tech recognizes when these technologies are used, their unique connectors, and the benefits/weaknesses they have compared to USB.
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Instructional Video4:40
Curated Video

Can You Hear Me Now?

3rd - 8th
Dr. Forrester explains how sound behaves through different mediums.
Instructional Video9:33
PBS

Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture

9th - Higher Ed
The Chinese dragon is one of the world’s most globally recognized monsters. Playing a major role throughout Chinese history, they were both creators and destroyers and controlled the elements. They've influenced everything from politics...
Instructional Video6:23
PBS

Kasogonagá: Sky Deity and Absolute Cutie

9th - Higher Ed
A sky deity falling from the sky sounds bad, right? Not if it’s the Kasogonagá! From the mythology of the Toba peoples of South America, this god of lightning, thunder, and rain appears as a small, hairy anteater-like creature and needs...
Instructional Video3:15
Great Big Story

This Is What Happens When Mad Scientists Make Music

12th - Higher Ed
Meet the Architect performance art group, using homemade instruments and science to create electrifying music and shows.
Instructional Video3:23
Curated Video

Wildfire

9th - 12th
This video introduces the viewer to the different types of wildfire and the ways in which wildfire impacts larger ecosystems. Clear definitions of wildfire and brushfire are included.
Instructional Video5:41
Wonderscape

Benjamin Franklin: Innovator and Civic Leader

K - 5th
This video focuses on Benjamin Franklin's role as a civic leader and inventor, highlighting his creations like the modern postal system, the first fire department, and the University of Pennsylvania. It delves into his inventions,...
Instructional Video3:25
Science ABC

What Happens If Your Car Gets Struck By Lightning While You're In It?

Pre-K - Higher Ed
No, being inside a car doesn’t guarantee 100% protection against a lightning strike. Rubber is a great insulator, but it can’t stand against one of the most powerful forces in nature.
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A bolt of lightning contains a colossal...
Instructional Video1:53
Weatherthings

Lightning vs Rolling Shutter

6th - 8th
If you've ever seen a video or photo of lightning that has a pillar of light seemingly beaming upward to the sky, or if you've seen an image of lightning where part of the picture is very bright and the other part is not, there's a...
Instructional Video5:07
Curated Video

Electricity: Can’t Live Without It

3rd - 8th
Dr. Forrester identifies the changes that have occurred over time with electricity by describing how electricity has changed the way we live. She explains how electricity has become safer by researching inventions over the centuries.
Instructional Video3:55
Curated Video

Powering Your Life

3rd - 8th
Dr. Forrester defines the terms current, electricity, and static electricity by recognizing that electricity is a physical science that is important in daily life. She also compares and contrasts the properties of current electricity and...
Instructional Video1:15
Curated Video

Vocabulary for Nature and Seasons

Pre-K - K
This video aims to teach viewers vocabulary related to nature, including "sun," "beach," and "mountain."
Instructional Video4:50
Curated Video

I Am a Scientist

3rd - 8th
Miss Palomine explains what a scientist is. She talks about the fascinating work scientists do, the tools they use, and the safety precautions they must take to keep themselves safe while doing scientific work.
Instructional Video1:44
Curated Video

Ground Rod Explained

Higher Ed
What is a ground rod used for? what does it connect to. Find out in this video.
Instructional Video13:16
Sir Linkalot

Lesson 76 - One-offs (Levels 3-5)

K - 5th
Material covered:Fulfil,Committee,Scissors,Cemetery,Lightning,Aggressive,Address