TED-Ed
TED-ED: Why should you listen to Vivaldi's "Four Seasons"? - Betsy Schwarm
Light, bright, and cheerful, "The Four Seasons" by Antonio Vivaldi is some of the most familiar of all early 18th century music, featured in numerous films and television commercials. But what is its significance, and why does it sound...
SciShow Kids
Fun Facts About Groundhogs!
February 2nd is Groundhog Day in the United States, and Jessi and Squeaks are celebrating by sharing all kinds of amazing groundhog facts with us! Learn what groundhogs eat, where they live, and how they make it through tough winters!
SciShow Kids
Getting Ready for Hibernation!
There's a chill in the air where Jessi and Squeaks live, and that means it's time for some animals to start the long, yearly nap called hibernation! Learn why animals hibernate and how they get ready to sleep for months at a time!
MinuteEarth
Birds that Hibernate in Lakes!
Herein we explain that birds do not hibernate in lakes, do not migrate to the moon, but DO go on very unique journeys, which we humans have learned about in a variety of ingenious manners.
MinuteEarth
How Do Trees Survive Winter?
Humans can go inside or put on clothes, but trees spend winter naked in the cold. Why don't they all die?
SciShow Kids
It’s Time for Frost!
If you've ever gone outside really early on a cold day in fall, you might have seen a thin layer of sparkly ice crystals covering everything! That ice is called frost, and it can only form if the weather is exactly right!
Curated Video
Germany Geography
New ReviewGermany is located in the heart of Europe and shares borders with nine countries. Explore the terrain, which varies ranging from the northern plains to the Danube Valley and the magnificent German Alps in the south. Germany’s extensive...
Curated Video
Germany Environment
New ReviewGermany had a serious problem with pollution. Increasingly over the years, managing the environment has become a high priority for Germans. The result has been a level of ecological awareness and environmental policy unsurpassed in...
Curated Video
Germany Climate
New ReviewWhile Germany’s weather is not the country’s main attraction, the weather can differ by region. Winters are generally long and dreary, and summers can be surprisingly unpredictable. Unlike most of Germany, the upper Rhine Valley has a...
Curated Video
Saudi Arabia Climate
New ReviewDespite popular perception that Saudi Arabia is a desert, the country actually has three climatic zones. There is a harsh, arid desert across most of the country. There is an area of steppe along the western highland region. There is...
Curated Video
Japan Major Regions
New ReviewJapan consists of eight regions and 47 prefectures or provinces. Each region has its own character, making Japan a country of contrasts. Starting from the northernmost end of the Japanese archipelago, the country’s eight regions are...
Curated Video
South Africa Climate
New ReviewThe Drakensberg range and the region’s ocean currents contribute to the varied climates found across South Africa. The interior is temperate, with sunny days and cool nights. A subtropical band extends along the east coast, while a much...
Curated Video
Japan Climate
New ReviewBecause Japan is such a long chain of islands from north to south, the climate is different from region to region. Kyushu is hotter in the summer than Tokyo, for instance, but also warmer in the winter. Farther south, Kochi prefecture,...
Food Farmer Earth
The Sweetness of Winter Crops: Nature's Cold Weather Miracle
New ReviewThis video explores why winter vegetables like brassicas and root crops taste sweeter during the colder months. It discusses the natural processes that lead to increased sugar content in these vegetables as a protection against freezing...
Curated Video
Winter Vocabulary And Games For Kids
New ReviewHi everyone!! Join us for a fun and educational winter-themed video! Kids will explore winter vocabulary while playing exciting games like Pick a Snowman, Guess the Picture, How Many?, Guess the Winter Sound, Pick a Snowball, Unscramble...
Curated Video
The Story of Valley Forge | American Revolution History Made Easy
New ReviewJoin the Continental Army at Valley Forge during the long, cold winter of 1777–78. General George Washington and his soldiers faced freezing temperatures, hunger, and hardship—but they didn’t give up. With training from Baron von...
Curated Video
Why Earth's Tilt is More Important Than We Realize
New ReviewThe earth has an axial tilt of about 23.5 degrees. While this tilt is responsible for shaping our planet's climate and seasons, it also played a crucial role in shaping life on earth. What would have happened if the earth had no tilt? Is...
Wonderscape
The Wonders of Earth's Four Seasons: A Journey Through Space and Time
science kids seasons V1-0001 In this educational video transcript, students learn about the Earth's orbit around the Sun, its axis, and how these factors contribute to the changing of seasons. The video explains how the tilt of the...
Wonderscape
Surviving the Extreme: Life in the Arctic Tundra
Science Kids Arctic Tundra Biome V1-0001 Permafrost is a layer of permanently frozen soil, rock, or sediment found in the Arctic tundra and other cold regions. It plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth's climate by storing vast...
Wonderscape
The Beauty and Traditions of Fall
science kids seasons V1-0005 In this video transcript, we explore the transition from summer to fall, known as autumn in some regions. The season is characterized by changing colors, harvest celebrations, and various holidays like...
Wonderscape
Understanding Bird Migration: The Reasons and Patterns Behind Seasonal Movements
Science Kids Birds and Bird Migration V1-0002 Birds migrate to secure vital resources like food and shelter, with those in the Northern Hemisphere moving north in spring for abundant food and nesting opportunities, then heading south in...
Curated Video
Maritimes hit hard by winter storm
Nova Scotia deals with widespread power outages, flight delays at Halifax's Stanfield International Airport
Curated Video
Mississippi River rising
Officials monitoring 19 levees in U.S. Midwest warn that hundreds of homes could be threatened by a rare winter flood