✦Best science YouTube channels for kids
Science channels with strong starting points for watching, wondering, and discussing ideas together. Adults should preview YouTube recommendations and ads.
Khan Academy
Free educational videos from Khan Academy covering math, science, history, grammar, and many other subjects.
Mathematics · ages 6–18
3Blue1Brown
Animated mathematics explanations from Grant Sanderson, covering visual intuition, calculus, linear algebra, probability, and more.
Mathematics · ages 12–18
Deep Look
Short PBS and KQED science films that explore animals, ecosystems, insects, and other natural-history mysteries up close.
Nature & environment · ages 8–16
Smile and Learn English
English-language educational videos, stories, songs, and games for children ages 3–12.
Language · ages 3–12
The Brain Scoop
Natural-history, museum, animal, and specimen stories hosted by the Field Museum’s former chief curiosity correspondent.
Nature & environment · ages 8–16
Science Friday Educational Resources
Science activities, games, experiments, and explainers from Science Friday for curious learners, families, and educators.
Science · ages 8–18
BBC Earth Kids
Official BBC Earth Kids videos with animal facts, wildlife clips, science, and natural-history stories.
Nature & environment · ages 5–14
Mark Rober
Engineering builds, science demonstrations, problem-solving, and curiosity-driven experiments from former NASA engineer Mark Rober.
Engineering · ages 9–16Context matters.
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