Earth science for kids: grades 3–5 videos

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Earth science for grades 3–5 (ages 8–11): Crash Course Kids on Earth's spheres, weathering and erosion and the water cycle, FreeSchool on volcanoes, glaciers and caves, and Learn Bright on plate tectonics, rocks and fossils. Play all on repeat for a unit, or use Repeat one when a child wants a volcano video again.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Resources: Welcome to the Neighborhood - Crash Course Kids #2.1Resources: Welcome to the Neighborhood - Crash Course Kids #2.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  2. 2How to Get Resources - Picky Pineapples: Crash Course Kids #2.2How to Get Resources - Picky Pineapples: Crash Course Kids #2.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Four Spheres Part 2 (Hydro and Atmo): Crash Course Kids #6.2Four Spheres Part 2 (Hydro and Atmo): Crash Course Kids #6.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  4. 4What On Earth: Crash Course Kids #10.1What On Earth: Crash Course Kids #10.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  5. 5Weathering and Erosion: Crash Course Kids #10.2Weathering and Erosion: Crash Course Kids #10.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  6. 6Landforms, Hey!: Crash Course Kids #17.1Landforms, Hey!: Crash Course Kids #17.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  7. 7A Change of Scenery: Crash Course Kids #17.2A Change of Scenery: Crash Course Kids #17.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  8. 8The Great Aqua Adventure: Crash Course Kids #24.1The Great Aqua Adventure: Crash Course Kids #24.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  9. 9The Life Hydrologic: Crash Course Kids #30.2The Life Hydrologic: Crash Course Kids #30.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  10. 10Weather vs. Climate: Crash Course Kids #28.1Weather vs. Climate: Crash Course Kids #28.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Severe Weather: Crash Course Kids #28.2Severe Weather: Crash Course Kids #28.2Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  12. 12H2O-NO! - Fresh Water Problems: Crash Course Kids #33.1H2O-NO! - Fresh Water Problems: Crash Course Kids #33.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  13. 13Current Events: Crash Course Kids #34.1Current Events: Crash Course Kids #34.1Crash Course KidsPlay from here Loop
  14. 14Layers of the Earth for Kids | Learn facts about the different layers of EarthLayers of the Earth for Kids | Learn facts about the different layers of EarthLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  15. 15Plate Tectonics for Kids | Tectonic plates explainedPlate Tectonics for Kids | Tectonic plates explainedLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  16. 16Pangea for Kids | Learn all about the supercontinent of long ago!Pangea for Kids | Learn all about the supercontinent of long ago!Learn BrightPlay from here Loop
  17. 17Earthquakes for Kids STEM | Learn why earthquakes happen and how to measure themEarthquakes for Kids STEM | Learn why earthquakes happen and how to measure themLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  18. 18Earthquakes and Tsunamis for Kids | A fun engaging introduction to Earthquakes and Tsunamis for KidsEarthquakes and Tsunamis for Kids | A fun engaging introduction to Earthquakes and Tsunamis for KidsLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  19. 19Volcanoes for Kids | A fun and engaging introduction to volcanoes for childrenVolcanoes for Kids | A fun and engaging introduction to volcanoes for childrenLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  20. 20All About Volcanoes for Children: Introduction to Volcanoes for Kids - FreeSchoolAll About Volcanoes for Children: Introduction to Volcanoes for Kids - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  21. 21Rocks for Kids | Learn all about geology and rocksRocks for Kids | Learn all about geology and rocksLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  22. 22Fossils for Kids | Learn all about how fossils are formed, the types of fossils and more!Fossils for Kids | Learn all about how fossils are formed, the types of fossils and more!Learn BrightPlay from here Loop
  23. 23Weathering and Erosion | What Is the Difference between Weathering and Erosion?Weathering and Erosion | What Is the Difference between Weathering and Erosion?Learn BrightPlay from here Loop
  24. 24The Power of Water for Kids: How Erosion by Water Shapes Landforms for Children - FreeSchoolThe Power of Water for Kids: How Erosion by Water Shapes Landforms for Children - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  25. 25All About Glaciers for Kids: How Glaciers Form and Erode to Create Landforms - FreeSchoolAll About Glaciers for Kids: How Glaciers Form and Erode to Create Landforms - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  26. 26Types of Caves for Kids - How Caves are Formed for Children - FreeSchoolTypes of Caves for Kids - How Caves are Formed for Children - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  27. 27Exploring the Grand Canyon for Children: Learn How the Grand Canyon was Formed for Kids - FreeSchoolExploring the Grand Canyon for Children: Learn How the Grand Canyon was Formed for Kids - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  28. 28Exploring Landforms and Bodies of Water for Kids - FreeSchoolExploring Landforms and Bodies of Water for Kids - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  29. 29Types of Landforms | Learn about many different natural features of the earthTypes of Landforms | Learn about many different natural features of the earthLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  30. 30The Water Cycle for Kids | Learn all about the water cycleThe Water Cycle for Kids | Learn all about the water cycleLearn BrightPlay from here Loop
  31. 31All About the Water Cycle for Kids: Introduction to the Water Cycle for Children - FreeSchoolAll About the Water Cycle for Kids: Introduction to the Water Cycle for Children - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  32. 32All About Clouds for Kids: Types and Names of Clouds - FreeSchoolAll About Clouds for Kids: Types and Names of Clouds - FreeSchoolFree SchoolPlay from here Loop
  33. 33Natural Resources for Kids | Teach your kids and students about Earths Natural ResourcesNatural Resources for Kids | Teach your kids and students about Earths Natural ResourcesLearn BrightPlay from here Loop

How do we review one process, like erosion?

Drag A and B around the explanation and it loops on its own. Slow to 0.75x to follow each stage of a diagram, then pause and ask your child to describe it in their own words.

What topics does this cover?

Earth’s spheres and natural resources, layers of the Earth and plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes, rocks and fossils, weathering, erosion and landforms, glaciers and caves, the water cycle, and weather versus climate.

Frequently asked questions

Are natural disaster videos scary?

These are calm, explanatory lessons for children about how earthquakes and volcanoes happen, not news footage. If a child is worried, watch together and talk about how scientists study and prepare for them.

How do I set a time limit?

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