Helios & Friends

Curiosity helps scientists observe, gather, and collect information through research. Helios and Miguel will explore different fields of interest, learn the scientific process, and discover scientific tools.

Helios explores the differences between living and non-living things and learns that living things have basic needs to survive. With Miguel’s help, he also discovers why it’s important to care for the environment and be a responsible Earth visitor.

Germs are everywhere! Yara is sick and needs to learn how germs spread, the different types of germs, and how to stay safe from them.

Let's go to space! Journeying through the stars with Helios' companion: Ort. Discover what a galaxy is, the different kinds of galaxies, facts about the Milky Way, constellations, and more.

There's an amazing world to discover! Fueled by curiosity, Helios learns to ask questions, make observations, and take notes—just like a scientist.

Running, shutting a door, or opening a bottle—all involve force! Miguel teaches Helios how pushes and pulls work in everyday life. Helios also learns about gravity and how an object’s shape and weight affect how much force is needed to move it.

Come explore the insect world with Yara as she learns all about the different insects on earth and how important they are to our ecosystem.

Yara tries to build a clay friend but wonders why it won't move. Luckily, Miguel helps her understand how body systems allow humans to move, think, and do things.

Yara can't see in the dark! Miguel helps her understand how electricity powers lights and more. She learns what makes electricity work in our homes and the materials and objects needed to make it happen.

Yara wants to make a dirt cake! Miguel says it’s not safe to eat and teaches her about natural vs. man-made materials, what mixtures are, and what happens when different materials are combined.

Yara wants to go to the beach, but it’s raining! Miguel helps her understand why it’s not the best idea - and explains the difference between weather and climate.

Yara wants to feed her pet frog with a dirt cake. She learns from Miguel all about the different ways things are consumed, and how in the great circle of life a frog would not be happy to eat dirt.