Science

There are many misconceptions about evolution.  This TEDed video discusses those misconceptions.

This TEDed video shows just how big the ocean is.  It does a great job at putting the sheer size of the ocean into perspective.

Here is a great introduction to rocks and minerals.  There is an experiment for creating rock candy as well.  The video has many visuals demonstrating both rocks and minerals.

If you are trying to get your students to learn and memorize the three types of rocks, Igneous, Metamorphic, or Sedimentary the try using this catchy toon.

Here is a great video that introduces volcanoes.  It is very visual and the music fits.  This is the video I show to get students excited to learn about volcanoes.

This is a great video to encourage the pursuit of science. Adam Savage (Mythbusters) gives the history of some of the simplest ideas and how they led to huge scientific discoveries.

This informative video debunks several common myths about the human brain. The video covers seven myths that are often taught to students, including the idea that we only use 10% of our brains and that playing classical music to babies can increase their intelligence. Through clear and concise explanations, the video exposes the truth behind these myths and helps students develop a more accurate understanding of how the brain works. This video is a great resource for teachers looking to correct misconceptions and provide students with accurate information about the brain.

Here is a gross video that your students may like to see.  What are the healthy and financial benefits of eating insects?  This video discusses how eating insects can be a good thing to do.

If you are teaching a unit on the skin or the epidermis, your students might be interested in viewing how tattoos stay permanent in your skin.  Pigments, Macrophages, Epidermis, Dermis, are some of the important key terms that are used in the video.

This is a great video to examine how a lightning bolt is formed and travels.