16 media results found for 'schoolyard films'
Diver Jill Heirnerth and a team of explorers and scientists explore the massive hidden underground rivers, caverns, and waters of the Floridan aquifer. The aquifer is essential for millions of people, and the team wants to study the impacts of gen...Read More
Plastic is everywhere. It is even found on the Hawaiian Islands. It is also adversely impacting birds and wildlife in one of the most remote places on Earth, Midway Island. Join Nico and friends in their efforts to understand the impact of plastic...Read More
Join field biologist Amanda Hipps on her research and discovery of the secrets of the gopher tortoise burrow. The burrow serves as a home and safe haven for the tortoise, but scientists have also discovered they offer refuge for other animals and ...Read More
Service learning is much more than community service. It can influence a student's life in a substantial way and maybe even change the world. Students from four different schools in three different locations learn about local environmental issues ...Read More
Marine biologist Chelsea Bennice discusses the amazing superpowers of the octopus. These sea creatures have incredible abilities and adaptations. They use camouflage, mimicry, and jet-power to outwit their predators. They also have the ability to ...Read More
An avid hiker and biologist describes the beauty of Squam Lake in New Hampshire. It was featured in the 1981 film "On Golden Pond" and showcased the sublime beauty and tranquility of the area. Over thirty years later, the lake is still home to loo...Read More
A collaborative effort between the Murphy family, Trout Unlimited, the Gallatin Valley Land Trust, and the state of Montana established a sustainable solution for competing water interests. Their efforts lead to the restoration of Fridley Creek an...Read More
The lionfish is invading the Atlantic and Caribbean waterways with catastrophic results. This non-native species has no local predators and is propagating at a rate that adversely impacts the coral reef habitats of the Eastern United States, Carib...Read More
The horseshoe crab is a remarkable prehistoric animal and a modern medical marvel. Middle school students in South Carolina investigate horseshoe crabs, their life cycle, habitats, and the threats that affect them. One of nature’s puzzle pieces, t...Read More
Home to 25% of all marine species, coral reefs protect the coastlines of more than 100 countries and provide 500 million people with jobs. However, reefs are experiencing damage due to climate change, ocean acidification, and other pressures. Mote...Read More
This series of fifty-four clips tells the story of food and explores such themes as farm to fork, food and health, cooking and eating, edible education, and food and community. Speakers include best-selling author Michael Pollan, healthy food advo...Read More