Space Kids

Season 1

Space Kids explores the infinite wonders of our universe and answers the big questions, like is their life on other planets? How is a star born? How do you become and astronaut? And are we really made of star dust? Mixing amazing NASA archive footage with cool animation, Space Kids gives curious kids the ABC's of outer space.

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40 Episodes

  • Our Solar System
    E1
    Our Solar SystemEight planets travel in circular paths around a burning ball of gases, called the Sun. Welcome to our Solar System, our space neighbourhood.
  • What is a Star?
    E2
    What is a Star?Those tiny little stars in the night sky are actually giant burning balls of gas in space. Find out all about those Super-Giants and Yellow Dwarfs in this superstar episode.
  • The Sun
    E3
    The SunThe big beautiful, burning ball in the sky is our Sun. Here we find out about our amazing Sun and see amazing, close up pictures sent back to Earth from our spaceships.
  • Mars
    E4
    MarsAlthough humans haven't travelled there yet, next to Earth, Mars is the most explored planet in our solar system. Today we will find out some of the amazing facts we've learned about the Red Planet.
  • Venus
    E5
    VenusDid you know that the planet Earth has a twin? Find out why Venus is called Earth's louder, more temperamental twin.
  • Mercury
    E6
    MercuryTake a tour of Mercury and find out all about the Solar System's smallest planet.
  • What is an Aurora?
    E7
    What is an Aurora?Have you ever looked up at the night sky and seen a mysterious light show, called Aurora? Scientists debunk the mythic battle in the heavens between fire-breathing dragons.
  • Roving Mars
    E8
    Roving MarsIn the year 2011, NASA sent a rover to the planet Mars. The mission was only supposed to last three months, instead the rover lasted over two years, performed numerous test and experiments and sent back some amazing images.
  • Storybook in the Sky
    E9
    Storybook in the SkyGroups of stars, called constellations, make some incredible imaginary shapes in the night sky, like a dragon, a unicorn and lion. Come explore the stories these constellations tell us.
  • Is There Life on Other Planets?
    E10
    Is There Life on Other Planets?Scientists think that life on other planets isn't just possible, it's likely. And they're looking. Come explore the possibility of life on other planets.
  • What is Gravity?
    E11
    What is Gravity?Did you know, if it weren't for gravity you would just float away into space? Join Space Kids as we look at the glue that holds our Universe together.
  • What is the Universe?
    E12
    What is the Universe?Watch Space Kids explore the origins of the Universe and everything it contains - the Earth, planets, stars, space, galaxies - even you.
  • What is a Black Hole?
    E13
    What is a Black Hole?Deep in the centre of our Galaxy, something mysterious and invisible is lurking. Something so powerful that it swallows entire stars. Come explores Black Holes.
  • What is a Nebula?
    E14
    What is a Nebula?Welcome to the star nursery, where stars are born - a Nebula. Explore nebulae, those giant clouds of dust and gas in space with Space Kids.
  • Jupiter
    E15
    JupiterChances are if you have looked up at night, you will have seen Jupiter shining brightly. Get up close for an even better look at the biggest, fastest spinning planet in our Solar System.
  • Saturn
    E16
    SaturnTake a tour of the sixth furthest planet from the sun in our Solar System, Saturn and get a close up look at its icy, rocky rings.
  • Uranus
    E17
    UranusLike winter? Then you'll love Uranus, the coldest planets in our Solar System. Come take a tour of the seventh planet from the Sun, where temperatures hover around -224°C.
  • Neptune
    E18
    NeptuneTake a trip to Neptune the furthest planet from the Sun in our Solar System. Get an up-close look and find out how this cold, slushy planet gets its bright blue colour.
  • Pictures of the Night
    E19
    Pictures of the NightPeople have been making pictures of the night sky for thousands and thousands of years. Take a trip through history to see how we've etched, sketched, drawn, and painted the night sky through the millennia.
  • What is a Light Year?
    E20
    What is a Light Year?Space is so enormous that the units we use to measure distances on Earth-like kilometres-are just too small. Let's see just how big the universe is and explains how astronomers use the speed of light to measure vast distances in space.
  • Is the Milky Way Made of Milk?
    E21
    Is the Milky Way Made of Milk?If you're outside at night, and you're far away from the lights of buildings or cities, look up at the sky. You may just see a faint band of light that looks kind of like milk spilled across the sky. Let's learn about the Milky Way galaxy.
  • How to Become an Astronaut
    E22
    How to Become an AstronautHave you ever dreamed of becoming an astronaut? Learn about what takes to get a job in space.
  • What is Mission Control?
    E23
    What is Mission Control?When Astronauts spend time away in space, they're never alone. Meet Mission Control, the on-the-ground team who support every aspect of a space mission.
  • Earth
    E24
    EarthWhat makes Earth so special? Earth is the only known planet in the entire Universe to have life. Space Kids find out what makes Earth the ideal place for life to flourish.
  • The Moon
    E25
    The MoonHow far away is the Moon? Why does it appear to change shape? What's it like to walk on the Moon? Find out fascinating facts about our Moon with Space Kids.
  • Time Capsule from Earth
    E26
    Time Capsule from EarthIn the year 1977, NASA sent out two space probes to explore outer space. On the probes they attached a Golden Record containing a special message for aliens should they find it. What would the aliens find?
  • Pluto
    E27
    PlutoIn 2006, a spacecraft called New Horizons set out on a mission to explore Pluto. It took 9 and a half years to travel from Earth to Pluto but the trip was well worth it. Explore some of the amazing images sent back to Earth and learn about this dwarf planet.
  • Reclaiming the Sky
    E28
    Reclaiming the SkyOur planet is covered in unnatural light: light pollution from streetlights, buildings and billboards. What would it look like if we turned out the lights? Join us as we reveal what's hidden beyond all the light.
  • What is a Comet?
    E29
    What is a Comet?What's a comet and where do they come from? Find out what's the deal with these icy, dusty rocks orbiting the sun in this high flying episode of Space Kids.
  • What is Microgravity?
    E30
    What is Microgravity?In space, astronauts don't walk on the floor of their spacecraft, they float. Let us take you inside a space craft to find out what it's like to live in micro-gravity.
  • Pale Blue Dot
    E31
    Pale Blue DotCome look at our beautiful, fragile Earth from outer space and share some inspiring words from the people who've seen it and study it firsthand.
  • Stars in Our Eyes
    E32
    Stars in Our EyesDid you know that you and me are literally made up of star dust? Trace the origin of the universe and the journey of the star stuff - the elements - that make up our bodies.
  • Space Commute
    E33
    Space CommuteImagine piloting a spaceship flying at 25,000 km/h and trying to land on another object moving even faster. Learn about how astronauts travel from Earth to get to work on the International Space Station.
  • Space Heroes
    E34
    Space HeroesHistory is full of great adventurers who have explored the farthest corners of the Earth. Join us as we profile some of the most daring explorers to leave planet Earth and explore outer space.
  • How Big is the Universe?
    E35
    How Big is the Universe?How big is the Universe? It's very, very big. Join us as we reveal the massive scale of the universe by zooming out from Earth all the way to edge of the observable universe.
  • Telescope
    E36
    TelescopeEver since 1608 when a Dutch inventor experimented with using glass lenses to magnify distant objects, scientists have been pushing the limits, building new telescopes to explore the furthest reaches of the universe. Join us as we reveal the history of the telescope and look ahead at telescopes of tomorrow.
  • A Day in the Life of an Astronaut
    E37
    A Day in the Life of an AstronautWhat's it like to eat, sleep, live and go to the bathroom in outer space? Space Kids exposes what life's like for astronauts on the International Space Station.
  • Eclipses
    E38
    EclipsesWhat's an eclipse? Have you ever seen one? How do they happen? Come explore lunar and solar eclipses with Star Kids.
  • North Star
    E39
    North StarThe North Star is like a compass in the sky, always showing the way north. It also helps sailors navigate by revealing their distance from the equator. Learn how with Star Kids.
  • Satellites
    E40
    SatellitesThere are thousands of satellites in space orbiting around Earth. They're used to study Earth, help us communicate, predict the weather, or look out at other planets and the Universe. Come take a look at the satellites that orbit our planet and the people who track them.

 

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