"Students will travel along with the young host to explore the world of physical science in this 16 part series for grades 5-8. Each DVD takes kids beyond the basics to explain topics such as light, sound, the periodic table, atoms & molecules, forces, flights and more. Each program includes a hands-on activity that students can perform in the classroom as well as information about an investigation data sheet svailable online that can be used for assessment purposes. This series is based on the concepts outlined in the National Science Education Standards for Physical Science--Container back cover.

Teacher's guide laid in disc container. "Public performance rights"--Container cover insert. DVD features: Spanish language track; discussion questions & activities; investigation data sheet; chapter select.

Disc 1. Atoms & molecules -- Disc 2. Changes in properties of matter -- Disc 3. Characteristics of waves -- Disc 4. Electricity -- Disc 5. Elements, compounds & mixtures -- Disc 6. Flight -- Disc 7. Forces -- Disc 8. Friction -- Disc 9. Gravity -- Disc 10. Light -- Disc 11. Magnetism -- Disc 12. Motion & balance -- Disc 13. The periodic table -- Disc 14. Properties of matter -- Disc 15. Simple machines -- Disc 16. Sound.