In Myths and Discoveries About Blood, Dr. Michael Mosley introduces the science, history, and mystery behind blood and its life-giving role in the human body. Learn how blood has inspired myths about immortality and healing, while modern science begins to uncover its true functions and potential. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The Wonderful World of Blood, in which Dr. Michael Mosley carries out six experiments on his own blood, from starving it of oxygen to injecting it with snake venom.
It may only be the size of your fist, but your heart is one of the hardest-working organs in your body. It beats nonstop — whether you’re running laps, laughing with friends, or fast asleep. This Valentine’s season, show your heart a little love by learning what makes it tick.
Think you know what an artery does? Or how long does it take for blood to complete a full circuit through the human body? Get ready for a quiz full of fascinating facts, surprising science, and a few twists that might make your pulse race!
Dive into this curated playlist of clips from Got Science?, the BBC’s magazine-style series that unpacks the science behind everyday life. From why we melt at baby animals to why scary movies make us jump, each episode reveals the surprising biology and behavior shaping our world. Students can explore questions like why flies are nearly impossible to catch and why bedbugs are so tough to defeat. Every video includes discussion questions, writing prompts, and more to spark curiosity and critical thinking in middle and high school classrooms.
Explore the five senses like never before! Dive into 10 fascinating BBC videos from shows like Got Science? and Secrets of Skin that uncover the amazing science behind how we see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. Students will discover why food tastes different on an airplane, how smell involves more than just the nose, why our eyes make emotional tears, how sound can change flavor, and how fingertips and smell receptors send powerful signals to the brain. It’s a fun, surprising look at the hidden connections between the brain and our everyday experiences.
This video playlist brings together 10 fascinating clips from the BBC’s Got Science? series, where everyday questions lead to surprising scientific discoveries. Students explore what’s really happening in the body and brain — from what your brain is doing during sleep paralysis to what it truly means to be “left-brained” or “right-brained.” They’ll investigate what happens when the body becomes dehydrated, how cold temperatures and high altitudes affect how we function, and the unexpected ways our bodies trick us every single day. Packed with “What! Really?” moments, this weird-but-wonderful playlist helps learners connect real science to daily life in unforgettable ways. Get ready to see the familiar become fascinating.
In Hair as Insulation, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explores the role that human hair plays as insulation for the skin, focusing on how hair helps regulate body temperature in response to cold. Understand the physiological mechanisms that cause goosebumps and how mammals like polar bears use their dense fur to survive in extreme cold. Through understanding these biological processes, gain insight into the relationship between hair, insulation, and body temperature regulation. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Microscopic Creatures on Your Skin, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod introduces some microscopic creatures known as skin mites. Scientists demonstrate how to collect skin samples from a person’s forehead using superglue and examine them under a microscope to find these organisms. The video explores how skin mites live on human skin, particularly on areas like the forehead and cheeks, and how magnification reveals these tiny creatures in great detail. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body's largest organ.
In Understanding Bone Growth Disorders, learn about a rare genetic condition that causes bones to grow abnormally dense. Follow Tim, a man with sclerosteosis, whose bones are 1.5 times denser than granite, which has both advantages and serious medical challenges. His experience with the condition provides insight into how our bones grow and what happens when that growth is excessive. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In What Is Segmental Overgrowth?, learn about the fascinating condition that causes certain parts of the body to grow out of proportion. Meet Leah, whose arm is growing abnormally due to a mutation in the PIK3CA gene. Explore the science behind this condition, understanding how cells grow, how mutations in specific genes can affect growth, and the connection between cancer research and segmental overgrowth. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In What Is Developmental Topographical Disorientation, meet Anne, a woman with a condition that makes it difficult for her to orient herself in space, even in familiar environments. Anne’s struggle to form mental maps of her surroundings affects her daily life and employment. This condition, which is only recently being studied, involves a person becoming disoriented without brain damage. Learn about how people typically develop mental maps and how Anne’s experience is challenging for both her and the medical team. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In The Mystery of Severe Allergic Reactions, explore the story of a woman with severe allergic reactions triggered by common substances such as certain foods and sunlight. Her condition, which includes life-threatening anaphylaxis, has baffled doctors, leading to groundbreaking research into mast cells and their role in inflammation and allergic responses. Discover how these cells function and the challenges of diagnosing and managing complex immune conditions. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In Some People See More Colors Than Most, learn how tetrachromacy, a rare condition that allows some people to see more colors than most, is diagnosed. The video highlights how scientists test for this ability by challenging individuals like Concherta to identify colors that only tetrachromats can see. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In Myths and Discoveries About Blood, Dr. Michael Mosley introduces the science, history, and mystery behind blood and its life-giving role in the human body. Learn how blood has inspired myths about immortality and healing, while modern science begins to uncover its true functions and potential. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The Wonderful World of Blood, in which Dr. Michael Mosley carries out six experiments on his own blood, from starving it of oxygen to injecting it with snake venom.
It may only be the size of your fist, but your heart is one of the hardest-working organs in your body. It beats nonstop — whether you’re running laps, laughing with friends, or fast asleep. This Valentine’s season, show your heart a little love by learning what makes it tick.
Think you know what an artery does? Or how long does it take for blood to complete a full circuit through the human body? Get ready for a quiz full of fascinating facts, surprising science, and a few twists that might make your pulse race!
Dive into this curated playlist of clips from Got Science?, the BBC’s magazine-style series that unpacks the science behind everyday life. From why we melt at baby animals to why scary movies make us jump, each episode reveals the surprising biology and behavior shaping our world. Students can explore questions like why flies are nearly impossible to catch and why bedbugs are so tough to defeat. Every video includes discussion questions, writing prompts, and more to spark curiosity and critical thinking in middle and high school classrooms.
Explore the five senses like never before! Dive into 10 fascinating BBC videos from shows like Got Science? and Secrets of Skin that uncover the amazing science behind how we see, hear, smell, taste, and touch. Students will discover why food tastes different on an airplane, how smell involves more than just the nose, why our eyes make emotional tears, how sound can change flavor, and how fingertips and smell receptors send powerful signals to the brain. It’s a fun, surprising look at the hidden connections between the brain and our everyday experiences.
This video playlist brings together 10 fascinating clips from the BBC’s Got Science? series, where everyday questions lead to surprising scientific discoveries. Students explore what’s really happening in the body and brain — from what your brain is doing during sleep paralysis to what it truly means to be “left-brained” or “right-brained.” They’ll investigate what happens when the body becomes dehydrated, how cold temperatures and high altitudes affect how we function, and the unexpected ways our bodies trick us every single day. Packed with “What! Really?” moments, this weird-but-wonderful playlist helps learners connect real science to daily life in unforgettable ways. Get ready to see the familiar become fascinating.
In Hair as Insulation, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod explores the role that human hair plays as insulation for the skin, focusing on how hair helps regulate body temperature in response to cold. Understand the physiological mechanisms that cause goosebumps and how mammals like polar bears use their dense fur to survive in extreme cold. Through understanding these biological processes, gain insight into the relationship between hair, insulation, and body temperature regulation. This video is excerpted from Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body’s largest organ.
In Microscopic Creatures on Your Skin, evolutionary biologist Ben Garrod introduces some microscopic creatures known as skin mites. Scientists demonstrate how to collect skin samples from a person’s forehead using superglue and examine them under a microscope to find these organisms. The video explores how skin mites live on human skin, particularly on areas like the forehead and cheeks, and how magnification reveals these tiny creatures in great detail. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Secrets of Skin, a documentary series exploring the natural history of the body's largest organ.
In Understanding Bone Growth Disorders, learn about a rare genetic condition that causes bones to grow abnormally dense. Follow Tim, a man with sclerosteosis, whose bones are 1.5 times denser than granite, which has both advantages and serious medical challenges. His experience with the condition provides insight into how our bones grow and what happens when that growth is excessive. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In What Is Segmental Overgrowth?, learn about the fascinating condition that causes certain parts of the body to grow out of proportion. Meet Leah, whose arm is growing abnormally due to a mutation in the PIK3CA gene. Explore the science behind this condition, understanding how cells grow, how mutations in specific genes can affect growth, and the connection between cancer research and segmental overgrowth. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In What Is Developmental Topographical Disorientation, meet Anne, a woman with a condition that makes it difficult for her to orient herself in space, even in familiar environments. Anne’s struggle to form mental maps of her surroundings affects her daily life and employment. This condition, which is only recently being studied, involves a person becoming disoriented without brain damage. Learn about how people typically develop mental maps and how Anne’s experience is challenging for both her and the medical team. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In The Mystery of Severe Allergic Reactions, explore the story of a woman with severe allergic reactions triggered by common substances such as certain foods and sunlight. Her condition, which includes life-threatening anaphylaxis, has baffled doctors, leading to groundbreaking research into mast cells and their role in inflammation and allergic responses. Discover how these cells function and the challenges of diagnosing and managing complex immune conditions. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
In Some People See More Colors Than Most, learn how tetrachromacy, a rare condition that allows some people to see more colors than most, is diagnosed. The video highlights how scientists test for this ability by challenging individuals like Concherta to identify colors that only tetrachromats can see. This video is excerpted from BBC’s The World’s Most Extraordinary People, a documentary series revealing how rare medical conditions inspire groundbreaking scientific discoveries.