Why do some regions experience full-time heat while others are reckoning with frigid temperatures and snow? And why are the seasons reversed in the two hemispheres? Rebecca Kaplan explains how the shape of the Earth's orbit around the...

Autumn means leaves are turning different shades of red, orange, and yellow and falling to the ground. But why? Jessi takes you deep inside a leaf to explain!

Researchers think a planet-wide groundwater system may have once existed on Mars, and SpaceX launched the very first commercial crew capsule which docked on the International Space Station!

In this video Paul Andersen explains the parts of the Solar System; including the planets, dwarf planets, moons and asteroids. He explains how everything orbits around the Sun and how a proper understanding of this heliocentric model...

You might enjoy a delicious peach or slice of watermelon this summer, and it's largely in thanks to our pollinating friends: the BEES!

This week, we're learning about sonnets, and English Literature's best-known purveyor of those fourteen-line paeans, William Shakespeare. We'll look at a few of Willy Shakes's biggest hits, including Sonnet 18, "Shall I compare thee to a...

Did you know that of all of the rocks in the world, there are only 3 main kinds? What are they? And how can you tell them apart? Jessi and Squeaks show you how you can become a rock detective!

From an ancient sound illusion to a symbol of unity, researchers have proposed dozens of theories for why the mysterious megaliths were erected at Stonehenge 5,000 years ago.

This program helps students create an activity to make observations from data that relate the amount of daylight to the time of year. Students will also create graphs from the data to illustrate the difference in the amount of daylight...

How much water should you drink every day? Not as much as you've been told. This summer, like many summers before it, has seen a rash of articles warning us not only that is dehydration is dangerous, but that it is also ubiquitous. Real...

Germany 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...

Germany 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...

While 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...

From the tropical heat of southwestern China to the icy winters of the north, China’s climate is as varied as any you’ll find in the world. While the winters are harsh in northern China, the summers tend to be warm and rainy. In Beijing,...

The 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...

Because 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,...

The Western Cape is home to Cape Town, the country’s oldest and third-largest city, with a population of 2.5 million. Linked to the world by first-class transportation and communications services, the city is a favorite location for...

Mexico’s climate ranges from temperate to tropical, depending on the altitude. Mexico City, high above sea level at the same latitude as Hawaii and Bombay, has moderate temperatures year-round. By contrast, Guadalajara, the next-largest...

The Folkton Drums Poem – Neolithic Grave Goods

Summer Talking Flashcards & Fun Games for Kids



Join us for a fun summer learning adventure! This video includes 24 talking flashcards plus 6 exciting games: Guess The Summer Sound, Summer Rhyming Riddles, What’s...

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This video guides the viewer through identiyfing metaphors throughout a poem and their meanings.

This Science 6 instructional video discusses natural selection and evolution.

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This video provides helpful tips for students transitioning to a new school year, emphasizing the importance of preparation, organization, and establishing...