Science for Kids: Early Stage 1 - Elephants Can't Fly

The video is part of an early stage science series for kids, focusing on the physical world. It introduces children to the concepts of force and motion through a story about Ellie the elephant and her friends. The story illustrates how different animals move based on their size and shape, and how they work together to deliver a message across land and sea. The lesson concludes with a recap of how various animals move, reinforcing the learning objectives.

What are the core topics that kindergarten children learn about in this science series?

How do the physical characteristics of objects affect their movement?

What is the key inquiry question focused on in lesson two?

Why does Ellie the elephant wish she could fly?

What message does Ellie want to send to her friend Bettina?

How do different animals help deliver Ellie's message to Bettina?

What lesson do we learn about animal movement from the story?