Maria Popova has just recommended
this animation about evolution, made by
Phillipp Dettmer. (Warning: if you have young kids, be ready to explain what the teddy bears are doing at 4'13'') As all
my students learn how to draw vector illustrations, and some go on to teach themselves
After Effects,
Edge, or
Tumult Hype, I'm collecting good examples of motion graphics to share with them.
Dettmer's website is a great resource.