Curated Video
The Sun
The Sun identifies the sun as one of many stars that exist in the universe by recognizing that the sun appears to be the largest star in the sky because of how close it is to Earth in relation to other stars.
Curated Video
Position of the Moon
“Position of the Moon” discusses objects that are visible in the sky, focusing specifically on the moon and its pattern of movement across the sky.
Vlogbrothers
How Big is the Universe?
In which Hank explains how and why phycisists think that the univers has no edge.
Curated Video
The Viking Influence on the English Language
In this video, the speaker explores the impact of the Vikings on the English language. From the words they left behind to the influence on pronouns, verbs, and place names, the Vikings played a significant role in shaping the English...
Weatherthings
Pileus Clouds
Pileus Clouds are also known as Cap Clouds or Scarf Clouds. They form over fast-growing cumulus or Cumulonimbus Clouds, in quiet or stormy weather, as a wispy, smooth band of clouds, curved like a contact lens.
Weatherthings
Lenticular Clouds
Lenticular Clouds are also known as Lenticularis because they are shaped like a lens. They are common over mountains where air is forced to rise and sink, forming smooth clouds above the mountains and downwind of the mountains. They also...
Weatherthings
Fogbow
You've probably seen a fogbow but didn't notice, because they often blend with fog. A fogbow is a cousin of a rainbow, but generally without a lot of color. A fogbow appears as a bright arc in the tiny water droplets of fog. Fogbows form...
Weatherthings
Stratus Clouds
Stratus Clouds are part of the water cycle. They are stratified, with soft edges, wider than they are tall, and found at mainly 3 different heights in the atmosphere. They can be made of water droplets or ice crystals, and some create...
Weatherthings
Cumulus Clouds
Cumulus Clouds can fill the sky, in any season, anywhere on Earth, in different sizes, shapes, colors, heights and combinations. They bubble upward, looking like cotton balls or cauliflower. Cumulus clouds accumulate water or ice, and...
Weatherthings
Clouds, Rain and the Water Cycle: rainbows, runoff, snowmelt
A rainy day spent inside helps a little boy learn about clouds and the water cycle from his mother. He sees the value of rain to plants, animals, people and the planet, even when the rain is not convenient for him. As the rain...
Weatherthings
Sun, Heat, Air and Wind: sun safety, sky color, wind
A curious pre-school child asks questions to a big kid about how weather works. Every answer is enlightening yet leads to another question. The little child learns that wind is air that moves, that may be gentle or strong and even...
TMW Media
Animals, Birds & Fish: Pictures and names
Writing the names of animals, birds, and fish. Animals, Birds & Fish, Part 2
TMW Media
Animals, Birds & Fish: Toys and pretend
Toys and pretend animals that we can play with. Animals, Birds & Fish, Part 3
Weatherthings
Weather Balloons and Radiosondes
Weather balloons are launched around the world, twice a day, at the same time to gather and share data about the atmosphere. The balloons carry an instrument called a radiosonde which collects information. The data helps to create better...
TMW Media
Animals, Birds & Fish: At the zoo, Part 1
Taking a look at all the animals, birds and fish at the zoo.
Animals, Birds & Fish, Part 1
National Parks Service
Acadia National Park - Summer Triangle
Watch the constellations drawn out to complete the Summer Triangle.
Weatherthings
A Sun Dog is a Mock Sun is a Parhelion
Often, next to the sun, we find very bright patches of color. This describes what they are, and that they are not rainbows.
Weatherthings
Sun, Heat, Air and Wind: sun, heat, air
A curious pre-school child asks questions to a big kid about how weather works. Every answer is enlightening yet leads to another question. The little child learns that wind is air that moves, that may be gentle or strong and even...
AllTime 10s
10 Astronomical Events That Will Happen In Your Lifetime
From comets to the very special birth of a star, get your telescopes and calendars at the ready as AllTime10's brings you 10 Astronomical Events That Will Happen In Your Lifetime!
Weatherthings
Weather and Seasons: sun, heat, air, wind, rain
A little girl and her grandfather spend a summer afternoon sitting by a pond. The conversation changes from how warm the summer day is to how the pond gets cold and freezes in the winter. The grandfather helps the girl understand how the...
AllTime 10s
10 Weirdest Things To Fall From The Sky
You've probably had a bird poop on you at some point, but trust me it could be so much worse. From space debris to raining fish, here are the 10 weirdest things to fall from the sky.
Weatherthings
Corona vs. Halo
With a bright moon and the right amount of clouds, you often may see a glow in the clouds around the moon or a ring around the moon. One of those is called a corona, the other is a lunar halo. Each tells you something different about the...