Parent Videos

Encouraging Curiosity

Narrated by Joan Cusack, this short video reminds parents that there are opportunities in everyday life to encourage their kids' natural curiosity.

What is PEEP Family Science? (4:21)

PEEP Family Science is designed for parents and their children, especially those served by home visiting organizations. It comes in free, easy-to-use apps, in English and Spanish, that make it fun for families to do science together at home.

Color Week 1 (4:41)

Watch a mom and her son explore the colors around us, indoors and outdoors.

Color Week 3 (4:28)

Watch a mom and her son experiment with color and light.

Shadows Week 1 (4:02)

Watch a mom and her daughter explore and experiment with shadows outdoors.

Shadows Week 3 (5:16)

Watch a mom and her daughter make shadows indoors with a flashlight.

Ramps Week 1 (3:55)

Watch a mom and her son explore ramps for the first time, indoors and outdoors.

Ramps Week 3 (4:09)

Watch a mom and her son have a ramp race and then experiment with ramps that have rough and smooth surfaces.

Sound Week 1 (5:14)

Watch a mom and her daughter explore sounds, indoors and outdoors.

Sound Week 3 (4:36)

Watch a mom and her daughter experiment with their voices, singing high, low, soft and loud.

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