Instructional Video4:16
Crash Course Kids

Severe Weather

3rd - 8th
So, what's the difference between 'weather' and 'severe weather'? Is it just how hard the wind is blowing? Is it just thunder and lighting? Well, it can be some or all of those things. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks...
Instructional Video10:15
TED Talks

TED: An extreme weather report from America's weatherman | Al Roker

12th - Higher Ed
It's not just you: the weather is getting worse. And if there's one person who would know, it's "America's weatherman," Al Roker, who's spent decades reporting live from some of the worst storms and natural disasters in history. He...
Instructional Video5:25
MinutePhysics

The Problem With The Butterfly Effect

12th - Higher Ed
One Minute Physics provides an energetic and entertaining view of old and new problems in physics -- all in one minute!
Instructional Video9:48
SciShow

5 Scary Weather Phenomena You Do NOT Want to Experience

12th - Higher Ed
Weather isn’t all sunshine and rainbows—sometimes it’s rain, and sometimes that rain looks like....blood?? Join us for wild episode of SciShow where we'll show you 5 scary weather phenomena that is downright spooky! Hosted by: Stefan Chin.
Instructional Video17:02
SciShow

Tornado Talk with Mark Heyka

12th - Higher Ed
Hank sits down with local meteorologist Mark Heyka for a 100% chance of fun as they discuss tornados and weather phenomenons. Then Jessi from Animal Wonders comes on to show off a pair of adorable sugar gliders.
Instructional Video4:05
SciShow

Sharknado Reloaded: Yep, Still Impossible

12th - Higher Ed
SciShow revisits Sharknado to discover the truth behind who would win in a battle between a tornado and a bomb. The answer... won't actually surprise you. But you might learn some interesting science along the way!
Instructional Video4:15
TED-Ed

TED-Ed: How do tornadoes form? - James Spann

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Tornadoes are the most violent storms on Earth, with wind velocities that can exceed 200 miles per hour. How do these terrifying cyclones form? Meteorologist James Spann sheds light on the lifespan of tornadoes as they go from supercell...
Instructional Video17:04
SciShow

Tornado Talk with Mark Heyka

12th - Higher Ed
Hank sits down with local meteorologist Mark Heyka for a 100% chance of fun as they discuss tornados and weather phenomenons. Then Jessi from Animal Wonders comes on to show off a pair of adorable sugar gliders.
Instructional Video2:00
SciShow

Why Does The Sky Turn Green Before Tornadoes?

12th - Higher Ed
In some parts of the United States, it's said that a green sky means there's a tornado on the way. But while you should probably go inside, things might not necessarily get so bad"
Instructional Video5:53
SciShow

How a Doomed Spacecraft Lived to Tell the Tale of the Sun

12th - Higher Ed
What would you do if you were in charge of a billion-dollar satellite that was spinning out of control? In 1998, NASA and ESA engineers had to solve this exact problem. How did they avert this disaster?
Instructional Video4:08
SciShow

Sharknado Reloaded: Yep, Still Impossible

12th - Higher Ed
SciShow revisits Sharknado to discover the truth behind who would win in a battle between a tornado and a bomb. The answer... won't actually surprise you. But you might learn some interesting science along the way!
Instructional Video3:10
SciShow

Is SHARKNADO Possible

12th - Higher Ed
Well? Is it? No. But that doesn't mean that this ... bizarre ... attempt at cinema doesn't raise some interesting questions. Questions that we will explore in this episode of SciShow. Hold on to your buckets!
Instructional Video5:25
SciShow

Detecting Tornadoes Early by Observing Lightning... from Space

12th - Higher Ed
It’s handy having a view of Earth from space. This particular view may be one that changes the way we predict weather phenomena.
Instructional Video4:29
SciShow

How a Butterfly’s Wingbeat CAN Change the Weather

12th - Higher Ed
You may have heard of the butterfly effect, where butterflies flapping their wings somehow cause tornadoes. Although it seems pretty unlikely, butterflies can affect the weather, just not in the way you might think.
Instructional Video3:25
SciShow

Why Do Tornadoes Hate America?

12th - Higher Ed
On the 4th of July, Americans like to celebrate the things that make the United States unique, and a lot of those things have to do with our geography. That remarkable geography is also responsible for some pretty unique weather, and...
Instructional Video4:25
Crash Course Kids

Severe Weather

3rd - 8th
So, what's the difference between 'weather' and 'severe weather'? Is it just how hard the wind is blowing? Is it just thunder and lighting? Well, it can be some or all of those things. In this episode of Crash Course Kids, Sabrina talks...
Instructional Video5:02
TED-Ed

TED-Ed: Is the weather actually becoming more extreme? | R. Saravanan

Pre-K - Higher Ed
From 2016 to 2019, the world saw record-breaking heat waves, rampant wildfires, and the longest run of category 5 tropical cyclones on record. The number of extreme weather events has been increasing for the last 40 years, and current...
Instructional Video3:22
SciShow Kids

What is a Tornado?

K - 5th
Tornadoes are one of nature’s most powerful forces -- see where they come from, how fast they go, and how scientists study them!
Instructional Video2:34
Curated Video

Exploring Bomb Cyclones: The Formation and Characteristics of Intense Storms

3rd - 12th
In this video, the concept of bomb cyclones is explored, highlighting their connection to climate change. The term "bomb" refers to the rapid formation of these storms rather than their intensity. Bomb cyclones share similarities with...
Instructional Video1:32
Curated Video

Advancements in Weather Forecasting: From Prediction to Nowcasting

3rd - 12th
This video discusses the challenges of predicting and forecasting weather, particularly in the context of rapidly changing weather conditions due to global warming. It highlights the shift from traditional weather forecasting methods to...
Instructional Video2:13
Curated Video

The Thrilling History and Physics of Roller Coasters

3rd - 12th
This video explores the fascinating history and thrilling evolution of roller coasters. From their humble beginnings on mining tracks to the mind-blowing heights and speeds of modern coasters, viewers will discover the exhilaration and...
Instructional Video1:24
Curated Video

Controlled Burns: Safely Clearing Forest Hazards and Promoting Regeneration

3rd - 12th
Controlled burns are intentionally set fires conducted by professionals in the Forest Service to safely clear out hazardous wildfire fuel and promote forest rejuvenation. Scheduled during favorable weather conditions, these burns not...
Instructional Video2:11
Curated Video

The Science Behind Thunderstorms: Lightning and Thunder Explained

3rd - 12th
This video explains the formation of thunderstorms and how lightning and thunder are created. It describes how water vapor in the sky condenses into clouds, and when these clouds collide, electrical charges are produced. When these...
Instructional Video2:59
Curated Video

The Importance and Wonders of DNA: Exploring its Role in Life and Science

3rd - 12th
This video provides a brief and engaging overview of DNA and its significance in biology. It explains how DNA is the genetic material that determines the unique characteristics of living organisms, how it is passed down through...