Earth Science

Why did Pluto get demoted from being a planet?  Well did you know that there are actually bigger than Pluto objects that orbit our sun?  If we...

This animated video discusses the factors that possibly led to Earth having water.  After all, having water on a planet is extremely rare so where...

Note: You will need some fossil examples in order to complete this lab.

In this historical geology lab, student groups will do their best...

I do this convection currents demonstration when discussing how air moves. This can be used as well when discussing volcanoes, mantle convection,...

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

In this catchy video, students can learn about the different layers of the Earth in a fun and engaging way through song. The video covers the...

Unlock the secrets of transparent glass with this captivating and informative video. Through stunning animations, the video unveils the science...

This is an excellent video about how the absence and reintroduction of wolves in Yellowstone affected the Yellowstone food web and even change the...

In this lab, students will design and experiment to determine which type of sediment is the most permeable and the most porous. This very open to...

Here is a quick video demonstrating how the Lunar Landing Module worked when landing and taking off from the moon.

In this activity, students will hone their observation, inference, and making conclusions skill by trying their best to use a dichotomous...

Here is some simple history behind the spacesuit.  Find out who comes up with the idea and how they have changed over time.

This is an interesting educational video created for the younger students.  It is an animation and song that describes the sun and the eight...

In this activity, students will engage in a topographic map exercise. When a student is finished they will understand what contour lines,...

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...

Unravel the mystery behind the ethereal nature of clouds in this captivating video. Delve into their physical composition, delve into the...

When you are teaching a unit on Astronomy, inevitably you are going to get into a discussion with students on the possibility of life outside of...

In this episode of the El Guapo Loco Science show, Mr. Weir and El Guapo visit Chile. They get to visit a cave where once lived a Mylodon, a giant...

In this one-day activity students will read and learn about the different types of landforms that are out there. They will then, as groups, create...

 In this assignment, students will access a database with documented tornadoes since 1950. Students will use a Google spreadsheet as a class to...

Embark on an intriguing video journey that explores the fascinating seasons experienced on other planets. Discover the unique characteristics and...

Have you ever wondered how big the solar system is?  This video explores the size and distance of our solar system.  It also discusses where...

This is a great basic introductory video for exploring elements related to the sky. It also helps with some basic sight words.

Find out what solar flares are and how scientists are completing studies on them.  Also part of this video discusses how scientists are trying to...