What’s Up in Space: The Solar System for Kids Season 1
a refreshing series that introduces young learners to the solar system. These fascinating topics are presented at a developmentally appropriate level, using a combination of live action, colorful illustrations and computer created animations.
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"Sun" not only shows students how the sun works, but it also reveals how important the sun is to sustaining life on this planet. An explanation of photosynthesis reveals to students how the sun gives us air and food in addition to light and warmth. Sunspots, storms and sun quakes are included in this age appropriate exploration of our closest star.
How are stars formed, and what are they made of? How far away are the stars we see in the night sky? These are some of the questions answered in the program, "Stars." Information about wonders of the universe, comets and shooting stars, is also included in this program.
As our neighbor in space, Mars has long been the object of fascination by people on Earth. This program explores the similarities and differences between Mars and Earth. Recent missions to Mars and the discovery of ice on the planet are also discussed. Includes amazing footage from the Mars Pathfinder sent by NASA.
There are eight planets in our solar system, and each one is unique. From blazing hot Venus, through the rings of Saturn and on out to Neptune, each planet is explored. The program further goes on to review the most recent changes in the planetary status of Pluto covered in an age appropriate manner allowing for an introduction to
Even the youngest viewers are familiar with the moon in our night sky. This program takes viewers to the surface of the moon and outlines the history of lunar exploration. It makes for a fun STEM curriculum video. The final frontier, astronauts and astronomers, are all explored.
From the first rockets sent into space to the latest missions to Mars, "Exploring Space" presents the history of space travel. NASA, Apollo missions, Space Station and Sputnik included. The program will explain the technology used to launch people into space; landmark missions by countries around the world and recent scientific findings all designed for kids.
"Earth" introduces young viewers to the planet where we live. In addition to discussing Earth's place in the solar system, this program explains the basics of Earth Science, including atmosphere, weather, rock cycle, erosion and the water cycle.
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