TED Talks
TED: Why you should love gross science | Anna Rothschild
What can we learn from the slimy, smelly side of life? In this playful talk, science journalist Anna Rothschild shows us the hidden wisdom of "gross stuff" and explains why avoiding the creepy underbelly of nature, medicine and...
TED Talks
Paul Sereno: Digging up dinosaurs
Strange landscapes, scorching heat and (sometimes) mad crocodiles await scientists seeking clues to evolution's genius. Paleontologist Paul Sereno talks about his surprising encounters with prehistory -- and a new way to help students...
SciShow Kids
Why Sea Cows Are Awesome? Animal Science for Kids
Join Jessi and Squeaks to learn all about an amazing aquatic mammal you may not have heard of before: the manatee!
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Biologists! Scientists Who Love Life!
Who wants to be a biologist? Learn all about scientists who study life -- like where they do their jobs, the questions they ask, and the tools they use!
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Why Daffodils Grow in the Same Place Every Year
Spring is almost here, and that means daffodils are blooming around the fort. But how do these flowers survive the long cold winters? Second Grade Next Generation Science Standards Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns: Observed patterns in...
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Why Don’t Haircuts Hurt?
Jessi is getting a haircut later, but what makes it so that your hair doesn't hurt when you go to get it cut?
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How Are Raisins Made?
Raisins are a sweet, healthy treat, but they have a big secret: they start out as grapes! And the story of how they go from big, juicy grapes to little, chewy raisins is super cool!
TED Talks
TED: What young women believe about their own sexual pleasure | Peggy Orenstein
Why do girls feel empowered to engage in sexual activity but not to enjoy it? For three years, author Peggy Orenstein interviewed girls ages 15 to 20 about their attitudes toward and experiences of sex. She discusses the pleasure that's...
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Animal Track Detective! Science for Kids
Maybe you've seen animal tracks in the mud after a rainy day, but did you know that you can study these tracks to learn all kinds of things about the animals that made them? Grab your detective hat and join Jessi to find out how!
TED Talks
TED: The art of paying attention | Wendy MacNaughton
In an invitation to slow down and look at the world around you, graphic journalist Wendy MacNaughton illustrates how drawing can spark deeply human, authentic connections. Ready to try? Grab a pencil and join MacNaughton for this...
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Does Having Abusive Parents Mean You’ll Become One?
Growing up in a violent household creates the risk of perpetuating that violence later in life, but is it avoidable?
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Make the Ocean in a Jar!
We've been learning a whole lot about the ocean lately, so we thought it might be fun to put all that knowledge to use with a fun project! Join us as we make an ocean in a jar and learn a little more about the different ocean zones!
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Mary Anning: Fossil Hunter | Science for Kids
Everybody loves dinosaurs, and we wouldn't know nearly as much as we do if it weren't for a person named Mary Anning.
TED Talks
TED: Live drawings of the human experience | Jarrett J. Krosoczka
In this live drawing performance and poignant autobiographical journey, author and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka sketches some life-shaping moments, showing us how drawing and storytelling can help us honor and remain close to those...
TED Talks
Tim Brown: Tales of creativity and play
At the 2008 Serious Play conference, designer Tim Brown talks about the powerful relationship between creative thinking and play -- with many examples you can try at home (and one that maybe you shouldn't).
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Leave Poison Ivy Alone! Botany for Kids
Jessi and Squeaks are ready to play outside, but there’s a unique plant they should be sure to avoid: poison ivy!
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Where Does Sugar Come From? Science for Kids
From a chocolate chip cookie to a big, juicy strawberry, your favorite sweet snacks have one thing in common: sugar! Join Jessi and learn all about how sugar gets from plants to your kitchen table!
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Story Time: A Very Special Moth
Squeaks and Jessi have a story to tell you about the peppered moth, a special insect that taught us a lot about a process called natural selection.
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4 Things You Didn't Know About Ravens
Here at SciShow Kids we're gearing up for the spookiest time of year! And today, we're going to learn all about ravens! Ravens may give you the creepy crawlies, but they have some awesome skills and behaviors that make them very clever...
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2015's Solar Eclipse
In this episode of SciShow Kids, Jessi talks about solar eclipses, and in particular, the solar eclipse of 2015! Jessi will show you how eclipses occur and where the best places to view the eclipse are.
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Where Do Lice Come From?
Lice are tiny bugs that love to live in people's hair and suck their blood! Anyone can get lice and they can be tricky to get rid of, but Jessi and Squeaks are here with some lice facts that could help you avoid these itchy little critters!
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How Does My Bike Stay Up? Physics for Kids
Ever wonder what keeps you from falling over when you’re riding your bike? Jessi, with the help of some other SciShow Kids, shows you the answer!
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Why Do Animals Eat Their Babies?
Sometimes, it makes sense for critters across the animal kingdom to chow down on their own young. ___________________________________________ FYI: We try to leave jargon out of our videos, but if you want to learn more about this topic,...
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The Colors of Stars! | The Science of Colors! | SciShow Kids
Sam the Bat noticed that some stars are different colors, so Mister Brown teaches him about what colors stars can be, and what all the colors mean! Next Generation Science Standards Crosscutting Concepts: Patterns: Observed patterns in...