Free Science Videos and Resources for K-2
Young kids learn science best by asking questions and looking closely. These free channels and sites are good starting points. Everything below covers ages 5-8 at least in part.
1. SciShow Kids
YouTube · Ages 4-8 · Free
Free, short, kid-friendly science explainers and experiments.
2. Homeschool Pop
YouTube · Ages 4-8 · Free
Free educational videos on science, history and geography.
3. National Geographic Kids
Free Resource · Ages 4-8 · Free
Free animal facts, videos and science and geography content.
4. PBS Kids
Free Resource · Ages 2-8 · Free · 4.4 ★ (372k) App Store · Oct 2026
Free games and videos, including science-themed shows.
5. Mystery Science
Curriculum · Ages 5-8 · Free + paid
Hands-on, video-led science lessons for K-5. Some lessons are free; the rest are paid (Free + paid).
Browse our Science subject page for the full list.
Frequently asked questions
- What are free science YouTube channels for K-2?
- SciShow Kids and Homeschool Pop are both free YouTube channels in our directory.
- Is Mystery Science free?
- Mystery Science offers some free lessons. The full program is paid, so it's marked Free + paid.
- Where can kids learn about animals for free?
- National Geographic Kids has free animal facts, videos and science content.