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Why Does Biodiversity Matter?

Youth Ecology Environment Nature Youth 110 Youth 115

Meet nature advocate Lira Valencia and ecological economist Dr. Sophus zu Ermgassen as they discuss what biodiversity loss could mean for the planet.

How Illustrations Show Mood

Kids Emotion Education Kids 110 Kids 115 Kids 120 Kids 125 Kids 130 Literature Reading

Reya and Sandy look at the pictures in the book to understand the mood of the story.

The Word "Did"

Children EC Education How-to Language Reading

Learn the sight word "did".

Professor Answers Neurodiversity Questions | Tech Support | WIRED

Adults Education Neuroscience Psychology

Professor Matt Lerner, PhD joins WIRED to answer the internet's burning questions about neurodiversity. What are some signs of autism?

Why does Kewpie Mayonnaise taste different than regular Mayonnaise?

Adults Cooking Culture Food

In this video, I want to answer a question I’ve been wondering about for years: Why do certain types of mayonnaise taste completely different from each other?

Show, Don't Tell

Youth Education Writing Youth 120 Youth 125 Youth 130

Students will learn the tricks of the descriptive writing strategy "show, don't tell" to bring people and characters to life!

Salt & Water Trick

Kids Education Experiments Facts How-to Kids 110 Kids 115 Kids 120 Science

Try this salt and water science trick at home!

School Alphabet Song

Children EC Education EE1 EE2 Music Reading

In this fun and educational ABC song, kids will learn the alphabet using only words found in a school setting.

Follow Smrt on LinkedIn

Adults Social Media Education

If you’re not already following us on LinkedIn, maybe it’s time to start. Follow us on LinkedIn for Smrt updates, events, contests, tips, FAQ's and EdTech related posts.

The ocean is evolving, and it’s not based on the ‘survival of the fittest’

Adults Environment Evolution Ocean

Astrobiologist Betül Kaçar explains that life survives by working together, not just by competing. To elaborate, she uses an example about microbes in the Black Sea that help other organisms by sharing energy.

Food Webs

Youth Animals Biology Ecology Nature Youth 110 Youth 115 Youth 120 Youth 125 Youth 130

There are so many elements in ecosystems, that if just one leaves or gets out of whack, it can be terrible for the whole thing. But today, let's talk about spider monkeys!

Flamingo Flamenco!

Kids Books Inclusion Kids 125 Kids 130 Literature Self

A silly celebration of the traditional Spanish flamenco, Flamingo Flamenco lightly touches on themes of self-expression and diversity.

How To Draw: Axolotl Mermaid

Children Art Creativity EE1 EE2 How-to

We are drawing a super cute Axolotl Mermaid! This is such a fun and unique lesson where we combine two awesome creatures into one magical character.

Will Natrium Nuclear Reactors Change Everything?

Adults Nuclear Energy Innovation Science Technology

In February 2025 I got to visit Terrapower, a self-proclaimed nuclear innovation company. In part one of this sponsored series, you saw the science behind turning nuclear waste into cancer medication.

Stonehenge Isn't A Henge (And Other Things You Didn't Know)

Adults Construction History

You've heard of Stonehenge. It's that big rock circle over in England. But there's a lot more to it than that, and researchers have been studying it for centuries. From the people who lived near it to how and when it was made, here are seven of the coolest things we know about this iconic monument.

Best Rainy Day Ideas

Youth Lifestyle Entertainment Fun Weather Youth 110 Youth 115

Transform boring rainy days into epic adventures!

How Illustrations Show Plot

Kids Kids 110 Kids 115 Kids 120 Kids 125 Kids 130 Literature Reading Storytelling

In this video, Sandy and Peck study the pictures in a book to help understand the story better.

The Word "Day"

Children EC Education How-to Literature Reading Vocabulary

Learn the sight word "day".

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Adults Social Media Education

If you’re not already following us on Facebook, maybe it’s time to start. Follow us on Facebook for Smrt updates, events, contests, tips, FAQ's and EdTech related posts.

How much does it cost to fly private? - Rachel Yang

Adults Environment Finance Transportation

Look into the financial and environmental costs of taking a private jet, and find out what can be done to reduce aviation emissions.

All dogs, explained

Adults Animals Biology

The canine family is a hugely diverse group of foxes, wolves, and –yes– doggos that have spread all over the world. MinuteEarth explains who they are and how they’re related.