The Theory of Plate Tectonics resources for teachers of all grade levels. Contains videos, worksheets, websites, and activities for students. Includes earthquakes, volcanoes, continental drift, seafloor spreading, and seismic waves.

I show this video during my unit on volcanoes when discussing the two Hawaiian volcano flow types, Pahoehoe and aa lavas.  It shows both very well...

Veritasium demonstrates a PyroBoard.  A PyroBoard is a flame that is bounced around by sound waves.  Through the experiment you can actually see...

During my unit on volcanoes, I have the students do some research on some famous volcanoes.  Mt. Vesuvius is one.  This video shows a quick tour...

This video is awesome.  It discusses why it would be impossible for Godzilla to exist.  It talks about all of the largest animals to ever exists...

I show this volcanic eruption when trying to discuss the different types of eruptions.  This one is called a Vulcanian eruption.

I show this volcano video when discussing cinder cone volcanoes.  Paricutin erupted in 1943 and erupted for 9 years afterward.  It occurred on...

Steve Spangler demonstrates the power behind friction using two notebooks.  This can also be done using your textbooks.  Variable to the...

In this physics experiment, we will investigate and compare the traction of different shoes on a flat surface. By measuring the static friction...

Enhance your fossil unit with this concise and engaging video that explores the intriguing process of fossil extraction from rock. Witness the...

Find out how scientists create electricity near volcanoes by using geothermal energy.

This is a short video that does a good job describing the Yellowstone Supervolcano. It does a great job showing the potential of large magma...

Veritasium does a good job following the scientific method in order to find out what a candle flame is actually made out of.  Your students will...

Experience the awe-inspiring power of a strombolian eruption with this fascinating video found on ...

This video demonstrates a science experiment on the formation of calderas.  The idea is great.  Either show the video or demonstrate the formation...

If you are teaching physical science and have often tried to come up with a great explanation about why objects hit the ground at the same time if...

I show this video when discussing pyroclastic flows.  This is a pyroclastic flow that killed a few people in Japan a couple of years ago.  It is a...

This video discusses and demonstrates how levers are used to reduce the amount of work and energy required to lift something.   This would be...

This science lab can be used in any of the science disciplines because it is going to help students learn how to read a meter tape. Students will...

Discover a captivating educational video that creatively explains the theory of Plate Tectonics in the style of a pop-up book. Explore scientific...

Prepare to be amazed and informed by this excellent animated video on the topic of tsunamis. Through the use of stunning visuals and easy-to-...

Students will be engaged in hands-on experimentation and discover the principles of motion and collision through a series of captivating lab...

This animated video does a great job of talking about the relativity of speed.  This would be an excellent video to show during a physics or...

This volcanic eruption style is called Surtseyan, named after the island of Surtsey.  Surtseyan volcanoes erupt below the surface of the water.

Engage your students with this interactive and informative lab. Designed for elementary students, this lab explores the topic of how our bodies...