Science
Discover science adventures crafted for curious minds aged 11-13.
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Learning Library for Ages 11-13
Advanced educational content for tweens aged 11-13. Support middle school academic success with engaging STEM, humanities, and critical thinking resources.
Middle School (6th - 8th Grade)
Safety-Reviewed Lessons
98
Every discovery is educator-reviewed and parent-approved for ages 11-13.
Trusted Subjects
12
Carefully curated STEM, arts, and life skills from verified educational sources.
Parent-Friendly Length
375 words
Right-sized content that holds attention without overwhelming young learners.
Expert-Designed
Middle School (6th - 8th Grade)
Child development experts ensure every discovery builds skills appropriately for this age.
Safe content designed for ages 11-13
Our child development experts ensure every discovery is perfectly matched to your learner's developmental stage.
- Capable of sustained focus (30-45 minutes)
- Abstract thinking skills developing rapidly
- Beginning to form personal interests and identity
- Can handle complex, multi-step concepts
- Enjoys challenging themselves intellectually
Browse by subject
Jump straight to the topics your learner loves. Each subject tile includes hand-picked starting points and related lessons.
Most trusted subjects for ages 11-13
These are the subjects parents trust most. Each discovery is hand-selected by educators and approved by families like yours.
Space
Discover space adventures crafted for curious minds aged 11-13.
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Geography
Discover geography adventures crafted for curious minds aged 11-13.
- 🌋 Volcanoes: Earth’s Fiery Mountains
- Economic Geography
- Exploring Demographics: the Numbers Behind People 🌍
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Technology
Discover technology adventures crafted for curious minds aged 11-13.
- Agile Development: Building Software Like a Fast‑moving Team 🚀
- AI Basics
- Build Your First Robot: A Hands‑on Guide for Teens 🤖
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History
Discover history adventures crafted for curious minds aged 11-13.
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Earth Science
Discover earth science adventures crafted for curious minds aged 11-13.
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More subjects in this age band
Keep exploring with even more curiosity-driven topics. Each link opens a curated lesson ready for family discovery.
Formats that keep ages 11-13 engaged
Surprise Button mixes media types so your child can watch, listen, and read their way through new ideas.
- ✨ Complex scientific phenomena and research
- ✨ Historical analysis and primary sources
- ✨ Cultural studies and global perspectives
- ✨ Advanced mathematics and logic
- ✨ Philosophy and ethics discussions
Parent FAQs
Quick answers for the top questions families ask about our ages 11-13 collection.
Preparing for high school academics?
Every discovery for ages 11-13 is hand-picked by educators and screened for quality, so you can trust what your child sees.
Building study and research skills?
Lessons average 375 words and include prompts that make it easy for families to continue learning offline.
Developing critical thinking abilities?
We highlight the real-world skills every video or article builds, so you always know the "why" behind each recommendation.
Exploring potential career interests?
Every discovery includes discussion prompts and learning extensions to help you turn screen time into meaningful family conversations.
Content you can trust for your family
Built by educators and parents who understand your concerns about screen time. Every discovery is reviewed for safety and educational value.
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How Volcanoes Form
From Magma to Mountain
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