Space Kids

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.

Groups 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.

Eight planets travel in circular paths around a burning ball of gases, called the Sun. Welcome to our Solar System, our space neighbourhood.

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 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.

Although 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.

Did you know that the planet Earth has a twin? Find out why Venus is called Earth's louder, more temperamental twin.

Take a tour of Mercury and find out all about the Solar System's smallest planet.

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.

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.

In 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.

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.

Watch Space Kids explore the origins of the Universe and everything it contains - the Earth, planets, stars, space, galaxies - even you.

Chances 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.

Take 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.

Like 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.

Take 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.

People 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.

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.

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.

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.

Have you ever dreamed of becoming an astronaut? Learn about what takes to get a job in space.

What 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.

How 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.

In 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?

In 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.

Our 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'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.

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.

Come 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.

Did 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.

Imagine 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.

History 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? 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.

Ever 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.

What'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.

What's an eclipse? Have you ever seen one? How do they happen? Come explore lunar and solar eclipses with Star Kids.

The 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.

There 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.

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.