What are shooting stars? Meteor Showers 101

What are shooting stars? Get a summary of how meteor showers form, how we name them, and when we can see them in this National Geographic video.
Smart videos for curious minds of all ages: Science, art, nature, animals, space, technology, DIY, food, music, animation, and more
Nearly 50 tons of space debris crash onto the earth every day. While some debris shyly dissipate into the atmosphere, others display a spectacular light show. Meteor showers occur when the Earth’s orbit intersects with the orbit of a comet. As comets travel, they leave behind trails of rocky material

Everything you need to know about the best annual meteor showers

10 Things You Need To Know About Meteors

3 awesome astronomy events to pencil in over the next month

Let's learn about meteor showers

Southern Utah hosts best seats in the house for mighty Geminids

I Didn't Know That!: Shooting Stars (U.S. National Park Service)

I Didn't Know That!: Shooting Stars (U.S. National Park Service)

Everything You Need to Know About a Meteor, by Cosmobishal

Double Meteor Showers Will Light Up The Night Sky Tonight

Meteor Showers 101 National Geographic

Hyperactive Draconid meteor shower peaks this week

Meteor Showers in 2024, A Complete Guide to Shooting Stars

Perseid Meteor Shower Will Be In Full Glory On August 13 Kids News

NASA says watch for shooting stars tonight

Meteor showers, facts and information