Chemistry basics for kids: grades 6–7

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This chemistry playlist for grades 6–7 (ages 11–13) covers matter and its properties, states of matter, atoms, elements and compounds, the periodic table and chemical changes, with videos from Crash Course Kids, Generation Genius, FuseSchool and Khan Academy. Play all on repeat as a lesson block, or loop one explanation until it clicks.

Play all on repeat

Videos in this playlist

  1. 1What's Matter? - Crash Course Kids #3.1What's Matter? - Crash Course Kids #3.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Part(icles) of Your World: Crash Course Kids #3.2Part(icles) of Your World: Crash Course Kids #3.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Hunting for Properties: Crash Course Kids #9.1Hunting for Properties: Crash Course Kids #9.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  4. 4The Great Picnic Mix Up: Crash Course Kids #19.1The Great Picnic Mix Up: Crash Course Kids #19.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Chemical Changes: Crash Course Kids #19.2Chemical Changes: Crash Course Kids #19.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Vacation or Conservation (Of Mass): Crash Course Kids #23.1Vacation or Conservation (Of Mass): Crash Course Kids #23.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  7. 7(LEGO) Block Party: Crash Course Kids #23.2(LEGO) Block Party: Crash Course Kids #23.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  8. 8Organizing Properties: Crash Course Kids #35.1Organizing Properties: Crash Course Kids #35.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  9. 9Oobleck and Non-Newtonian Fluids: Crash Course Kids #46.1Oobleck and Non-Newtonian Fluids: Crash Course Kids #46.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Particle Model of Matter Video for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipParticle Model of Matter Video for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Chemical vs. Physical Changes Video for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipChemical vs. Physical Changes Video for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  12. 12Conservation of Matter Video for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipConservation of Matter Video for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Properties of Matter for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipProperties of Matter for Kids | Science Lesson for Grades 3-5 | Mini-ClipGenerationGeniusPlay from here Loop
  14. 14What Is An Atom? | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolWhat Is An Atom? | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Parts Of An Atom | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolParts Of An Atom | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  16. 16What Is An Element, Mixture And Compound? | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolWhat Is An Element, Mixture And Compound? | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  17. 17States of Matter (solids, liquids and gases) | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolStates of Matter (solids, liquids and gases) | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  18. 18Changes of State | Matter |  Physics | FuseSchoolChanges of State | Matter | Physics | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  19. 19How Does The Periodic Table Work | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolHow Does The Periodic Table Work | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  20. 20Mendeleev and the Periodic Table | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolMendeleev and the Periodic Table | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  21. 21What Are Periods & Groups In The Periodic Table? | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolWhat Are Periods & Groups In The Periodic Table? | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  22. 22How Do Atoms Bond | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolHow Do Atoms Bond | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  23. 23What Is The Law of Conservation of Mass | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolWhat Is The Law of Conservation of Mass | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  24. 24What Are Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions | Chemistry | FuseSchoolWhat Are Endothermic & Exothermic Reactions | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  25. 25What Are Catalysts? | Reactions | Chemistry | FuseSchoolWhat Are Catalysts? | Reactions | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  26. 26Properties Of Water | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolProperties Of Water | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  27. 27What Is Plasma | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolWhat Is Plasma | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  28. 28What Is Brownian Motion? | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolWhat Is Brownian Motion? | Properties of Matter | Chemistry | FuseSchoolFuseSchool - Global EducationPlay from here Loop
  29. 29Protons, neutrons, and electrons in atoms | Chemistry | Khan AcademyProtons, neutrons, and electrons in atoms | Chemistry | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  30. 30Elements and atomic number | Chemistry | Khan AcademyElements and atomic number | Chemistry | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  31. 31The periodic table | Atoms, elements, and the periodic table | High school chemistry | Khan AcademyThe periodic table | Atoms, elements, and the periodic table | High school chemistry | Khan AcademyKhan Academy Organic ChemistryPlay from here Loop

How does an A–B loop help with chemistry ideas?

Loop the part of a video that explains one idea, such as how protons, neutrons and electrons are arranged in an atom. Watching that short section several times helps a student draw the diagram from memory instead of only recognizing it.

In what order should the videos be watched?

The playlist starts with Crash Course Kids on matter and properties, moves to physical and chemical changes, then atoms, elements, the periodic table and bonding. Play all in order for a full unit, or pick the section that matches the current lesson.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a physical and a chemical change?

A physical change, like melting ice, changes a substance's form but not what it is made of. A chemical change, like burning or rusting, makes a new substance. Generation Genius and Crash Course Kids both cover this with everyday examples.

Do these videos include experiments to try at home?

Some show simple demonstrations, but they are mainly explanations. Any hands-on experiment should be done with an adult and following the safety steps in the video.