Science DVD Collection: Earth Science, Physical Science, Life Science, Human Body

These science DVD video programs use comical characters and clear explanations to make learning science concepts intriguing and fun. Featuring a wide range of material taught in grades 2 through 8, it’s especially effective for ages 7 through 14. However, even gifted preschoolers benefit from these highly entertaining and informative videos. Special bonus sections present facts as they might be found on a science test and allow independent practice. Clear, practical test-taking tips are sure to improve skills on all standardized tests. Earth Science includes the Solar System, seasons, weather, the water cycle, fossils, minerals, volcanoes, plate tectonics, erosion, energy resources, and energy conservation. Human Body explores the skeletal, nervous, muscular, circulatory, urinary, respiratory, and digestive systems along with the five senses. Life Science covers photosynthesis, parts of a plant, xylem and phloem cells, life cycles, genetic traits and adaptations, plant and animal cells, food chains, and food webs. Physical Science includes lab safety, the scientific method, atoms and their parts, molecules, physical and chemical changes, magnetism, motion, gravity, light, and energy. These DVDs grant classroom performance rights to teachers for instructional purposes. Animation by Scott Cawthon.