Crash Course
What Does the Atmosphere Do Crash Course Geography
Much like a cell membrane, our atmosphere forms a protective boundary between outer space and the biosphere that allows for all life to exist on Earth’s surface. Today, we’re going to talk about its composition and layers (the...
TED Talks
TED: What it feels like to see earth from space | Benjamin Grant
What the astronauts felt when they saw earth from space changed them forever. Author and artist Benjamin Grant aims to provoke this same feeling of overwhelming scale and beauty in each of us through a series of stunning satellite images...
SciShow
The Star That Trolled Astronomers
In 1967, a star was discovered that seemed to be different than most stars, . . . it looked like it was blinking.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Meet the tardigrade, the toughest animal on Earth - Thomas Boothby
Without water, a human can only survive for about 100 hours. But there's a creature so resilient that it can go without it for decades. This 1-millimeter animal can survive both the hottest and coldest environments on earth, and can even...
SciShow
Tardigrades: Adorable Extremophiles
Hank explains why NASA and the European Space Agency are in love with tardigrades and how these extremophiles are helping us study the panspermia hypothesis.
SciShow
New Ways to Study Interstellar Space... With Voyager!
Voyager 1 may be out of our solar system (and 40+ years old) but we're still getting plenty of new data from our interstellar space probe.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Free falling in outer space - Matt J. Carlson
If you were to orbit the Earth, you'd experience the feeling of free fall, not unlike what your stomach feels before a big dive on a roller coaster. With a little help from Sir Isaac Newton, Matt J. Carlson explains the basic forces...
SciShow
Why Do Stars Twinkle?
SciShow explains why stars do that twinkling that all the kids are singing about, and explains how astronomers can get around it to make observations, and why it can be kinda useful.
Curated Video
The Power of Faith and Hope: Exploring Cultures and Illusions
In this video, children learn about the concept of faith and its importance in believing in something even when it seems impossible. The video explores how faith can be based on personal beliefs or cultural influences, and emphasizes the...
Curated Video
Super Pedestrians: Learning About Traffic Signs and Safety
In this video transcript, Nova, a friendly character, teaches children about being safe pedestrians. They learn about the importance of listening to their parents, using their ears to be aware of their surroundings, and understanding...
Curated Video
Letting Go and Finding Meaning in Life: Lessons from Kids Planet
In this video, children learn about the value of material things and the importance of letting go. They are taught that the best time to give away a toy is when they haven't played with it in a long time and that it's important to give...
Curated Video
Gratitude and Appreciation: Learning to Say Thank You
In this video, Nova takes kids on a stellar adventure to Kids Planet, teaching them the importance of gratitude and appreciation. Through fun and engaging storytelling, Nova explains how saying "thank you" not only shows gratefulness but...
Curated Video
Getting Ready for School: A Fun and Educational Adventure with Nova
In this video, Nova takes children on an adventure to school, teaching them about good values and manners along the way. The video covers topics such as getting ready for school, packing supplies, dressing neatly, and having a healthy...
Curated Video
The Universe of Technology: Exploring Outer Space with Nova
In this video, Nova takes children on an exciting adventure through outer space to explore the universe of technology. They learn about the meaning of technology and how it helps solve problems and make tasks easier. Nova introduces...
Weird History
Unbelievable Facts About Biosphere 2, The Largest Contained Experiment Ever
Nowadays, the ambitious and wild Biosphere 2 experiment is only remembered as a footnote to the Pauly Shore film Bio-Dome, which is a shame. The Biosphere 2 project was ambitious, idealistic, and apocalyptic; it was some pretty crazy...
Curated Video
Exploring the Numbers Universe: The Importance of Numbers in Our Lives
In this video, Nova takes kids on an exciting space expedition to explore the universe of numbers and letters. Through fun examples and activities, the video highlights the importance of numbers in solving problems, understanding the...
Curated Video
Sports: Focus, Precision, and Fun!
This video encourages students to embrace the ups and downs of sports, emphasizing the importance of effort, focus, and precision. It highlights the value of discipline, commitment, and respect in achieving success, both on and off the...
Curated Video
Discovering Your Life's Mission: Setting Goals and Making a Plan
In this video, children are encouraged to explore their life's mission and learn how to set goals and create a plan to achieve them. Through engaging characters and relatable examples, students are taught the importance of finding their...
Curated Video
Promoting Equality and Fairness: Building a Better World
In this video, the teacher discusses the importance of fairness, equality, and treating others with respect and kindness. They emphasize the value of including everyone, regardless of their differences, and promoting equality in various...
Curated Video
The Magic of the Theater: Exploring the World of Plays and Performances
In this video, Nova takes the viewers on an adventure to learn about the magic of the theater. Exploring the different roles and genres in theater, Nova explains how plays are created and performed live. The video also introduces the...
Curated Video
Discovering Your Life's Mission: Exploring the Universe with Nova
In this video, Nova takes children on an adventure to discover their life's mission. Through exploration and learning, Nova explains that a life's mission is something you are born to do, something you are good at and enjoy. By finding...
Curated Video
Prudence, Discretion, and Giving: Lessons in Consideration
In this video, children are taught about the importance of prudence and discretion. They learn how to think before speaking, keep secrets, and behave in a respectful manner. The video also emphasizes the joy of giving and encourages...
Curated Video
The Dirty Truth About Our Clean Energy Future
In order to develop clean energy technology, specific rare earth metals like cobalt and nickel need to be harvested. These often come at a steep human and environmental cost– but what if there was another way? Some propose sourcing these...
Curated Video
Why Earth’s Newest Glacier is Inside an Active Volcano
It was the scene of the most cataclysmic natural disaster in American history, a place of unimaginable devastation. Today, the crater of Mt. St. Helens Volcano is experiencing a rebirth — it’s the site of the world’s newest glacier. Not...