Lesson Planet
EdTech Tuesdays: PLEx Life Science by Filament Games with Dan White
The use of interactive, hands-on learning games in the classroom is the focus of an interview with Dan White of Filament Games. White models how the "thing that you are doing in the game is the thing that we want you to learn."
Curated OER
Sinking Soda Surprise
I'm sure you've heard that there are something like 20 tablespoons of sugar in a can of regular soda. It seems unbelievable, doesn't it? This demonstration really does show how much sugar is present in a can of soda. First, Spangler...
Steve Spangler Science
Bubbling Lava Bottle - Cool Science Experiment
Here is one of the better Spangler episodes. Two young girls perform an experiment that results in the creation of a lava lamp! Water, oil, Alka Seltzer, and food coloring are combined in test tubes to create this effect. There is a lot...
Steve Spangler Science
Helmet Safety - Cool Science Fair Project
Here is a very important demonstration on why it's so important to wear helmets when doing any kind of high speed activity. A third grader's science fair project tested four different types of helmet: football, ski, skateboard, and...
Curated OER
Singing Pipes - Hardware Store Music
Here is an interesting demonstration which shows how heat can create sound in a metal pipe! The principle of heat rising is the key to making this particular demonstration a success. A piece of metal mesh is lodged inside each of the...
Steve Spangler Science
Homemade Ice Cream - Sick Science! #041
Here is the recipe for making ice cream in a couple of zip-top plastic bags. It is a fun way to demonstrate phase changes, especially when the weather is hot! Use this in your elementary science curriculum when introducing the states of...
Curated OER
The Water Cycle
Bring the water cycle to life through poetry. This introductory explanation rhymes from start to finish, making the water cycle process memorable and fun. Great images showing the process make this a good video to show learners in grades...
Curated OER
Time Lapse of Winter Scene
Winter scenes are displayed one after another with elements of time-lapse showing clouds moving and stars coming out, all to the tune of a lovely piano. Rainbows and sunrises are also displayed. This is a soothing video that is very...
Science for Kids
Science Kids: Experiment Videos: When a Balloon Won't Pop
Watch this video and see the difference water can make as it absorbs the heat from the flame before the balloon can pop. [3:48]
Science for Kids
Science Kids: Experiment Videos: Toilet Paper Experiment
This funny toilet paper experiment shows what happens if you place one end of the toilet paper roll in the toilet of a plane and then roll the rest down the aisle, and then flush. [1:11]
Science for Kids
Science Kids: Astronaut Videos: Water in Space
Watch Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield soak a wash cloth with water, and then wring it out in space. [3:18]
Museum of Science
Ei E: The Best of Bugs: Designing Hand Pollinators Lesson 2
Students think like agricultural engineers as they perform a play about Integrated Pest Management at an apple orchard. [12:15]
Museum of Science
Ei E: What Is Technology?
Students think about what technology is and are introduced to the idea that engineers design technologies. [14:35]
Museum of Science
Eie: Lighten Up: Designing Lighting Systems Lesson 3 Part 1
Students experiment with reflecting light using mirrors and learn about light intensity. [11:51]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Good Thinking!: Natural Selection: Common Misconceptions
This video addresses the topic of natural selection and misconceptions students may have that would lead to them not understanding the topic of evolution. [10:07]
