Last October, YouTube announced the next big thing to come to entertainment and television… a YouTube Network of original channels. Beginning in 2012, they began adding 100 new channels to their lineup. They are bringing a wide range of talented producers, creators and personalities to the web and offering a new viewing experience for those who want to make the most of the YouTube platform. Programming on a wide range of topics like parenting, fitness, news channels, music, sports, comedy, pop culture and education are available.
We are very honored to be a part of this YouTube venture as a partner. Beginning Wednesday, February 1st Steve Spangler Science will offer an educational channel and show, The Spangler Effect.
About the Show
He’s the science teacher you always wanted to have in school. Things just happen to fizz, pop, smoke and explode, and before you know it, you’re a part of his learning experience. His passion is to find the most creative ways to make learning fun. His methods might be unconventional, but the goal is to turn ordinary science experiments into unforgettable learning experiences. And when it happens, it’s called TheSpangler Effect.
About a month ago I wrote about the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) and what it would mean for consumers in terms of new warning labels on websites and catalogs like SteveSpanglerScience.com . Along with these informative warning labels about choking hazards, balloons and small pieces, the CPSIA requires mandatory safety testing on all products designed for children ages 12 and under. So… what does that mean for consumers, businesses and even the economy?… it may mean a significant decline in the amount of children’s product manufacturers and product on the market.
For Steve Spangler Science, the safety of our products has always been our primary concern, and we are working diligently to meet these new safety requirements. But, steep testing costs and the scope of the safety requirements are leaving lots of companies with little choice but to close their doors when the law goes into effect on February 10, 2009. NationalBankruptcyDay.com is a site dedicated solely to getting the word out about the far-reaching detriments of this well-intended bill. A recent survey published on their site estimates that only 61% of American toy sellers will not survive
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