Best
Educational Netflix shows for Elementary School
The only thing more curious than the bots
are kids. Celebrity appearances and a music video at the end of each episode
only add to the fun.
This science-based show answers all sorts
of questions kids tend to ask.
Top scientists examine fossils found in
Canada while looking for an elusive, new species!
This documentary explores the ocean
depths and the creatures who live within.
This compelling documentary showcases
some of the world’s biggest engineering achievements.
Five baby animals in different parts of
the world grow up learning to survive the wild.
Observe different animals as they age
from babies to adults.
When a science concept just isn’t
clicking for your students … Ms. Frizzle to the rescue! Stream episodes on the
human body, gardening, weather, and more.
If you teach about the ocean, chances are
there’s an Octonauts episode related to
your unit.
Have students compare the film version to
the classic novel of the same name.
Based on the popular book series, this
live-action sketch-comedy show brings important historical figures, like King
Tut, Marie Antoinette, and Pablo Picasso, to life in an entertaining and
hilarious way.
Best
Educational Netflix Shows for Middle School
A biographical drama based on a true
story. Drew Barrymore stars in this film about a reporter writing about whales
trapped in the Arctic Circle.
Based on the book of the same name, this
movie tells the real-life story of William Kamkwamba, who saved his village by
inventing a windmill.
That’s right, gumshoes! The story of the
legendary professional thief has been remixed into a cartoon series. But in
this iteration, Carmen is trying to thwart evil. Those of us who grew up
playing the computer game and watching the game show will love introducing the
globe-trotting Carmen to a new generation of kids.
Discover 72 of the cutest animals on
earth and how their adorable features help protect them.
Introduce students to other cultures with
this film about a child who is inspired by the life of India’s president.
Comedian Kevin Hart uses his silliness
for good, teaching viewers about some of history’s unsung black heroes.
Teenagers at NASA’s Space Camp dream of
traveling to Mars while experts reflect on the future and history of NASA.
New technology showcases the hidden lives
of nocturnal creatures.
Introduce students to the world of sports
with these star golf athletes who are still in grade school.
Best
Educational Netflix Shows for High School
Inspire the creatives in your classroom
with this eight-episode documentary series on some of the world’s foremost
designers, including photographer Platon, graphic designer Paula Scher, and
sneaker designer Tinker Hatfield.
In this wacky talk show, the popular
educator explores scientific topics in the everyday world, including climate
change, video games, and space travel.
Bill Nye faces climate-change skeptics as
he demonstrates the importance of scientific evidence.
Find out the most deadly creatures on
earth!
In less than 20 minutes, the show tackles
various topics, from the water crisis to the racial wealth gap, in an
accessible way. Be sure to preview episodes, as some are not suitable for the
classroom.
Take a trip inside the mind of
billionaire Bill Gates as he opens up about those who influenced him and the
audacious goals he’s still pursuing.
Ever wonder what’s happening inside your
head? From dreaming to anxiety disorders, discover how your brain works.
This Netflix series is a lot like Planet Earth, except it urgently calls for viewers to
think about the ways that human actions are putting the nature and animals the
series covers in peril.
“I use it to teach irony (‘Time Enough at
Last’), scapegoating (‘Monsters Are Due on Maple Street’), and conformity (‘The
Eye of the Beholder’). I’ve also used episodes as a quick, fun, shared
experience for us to look at setting, conflict, and/or theme.” —Jacky B.
Discover the secrets of the universe:
from black holes to distant planets.
