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16 media results found for 'schoolyard films'

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A diver carries two oxygen cylinders and dives deep into the Floridian aqufier. Caption: It's the primary source of fresh, clean water.
19 minutes 40 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

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

Still image from: Paradise Polluted: Pacific Plastic
16 minutes 16 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 8

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

Still image from: In the Wild With Bears
13 minutes 19 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 8

Alaskan bears in the wild are the focus of wildlife filmmaker Erin Ranney. Listen to her share her passion for the bears and the Alaskan wilderness.

Still image from: Gopher Tortoise: Secrets of the Burrow
13 minutes 11 seconds
Grade Level: 4 - 8

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

A girl working in a swamp. Caption: I love doing conservation projects.
22 minutes 12 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

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

An Octopus holding on to a bottle. Caption: Each arm has upto 200 suckers.
9 minutes 3 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

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 aerial view of the archipelago in Florida. Caption: It is spectacular scenery, and I can never get enough.
29 minutes 18 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Florida is home to many different wildlife species. The local residents, artists, and scientists provide a glimpse into the state's iconic wildlife. They also share their passion for ensuring the survival and conservation of each species.

The flock of ganders is swimming in the water. Caption: These ganders are far more adventurous.
9 minutes 9 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

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

Water rushes through rocks in the Fridley creek. Caption: when it's severely icing, it's a hostile environment.
19 minutes 5 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

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

A pod of dolphins swims at the surface of an ocean. Caption: They are being very cooperative.
13 minutes 45 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

Cutter is a young Atlantic spotted dolphin. When he was found in a busy harbor in Key West, he was dehydrated and malnourished. A team rescues and rehabilitates him.

lionfish. Caption: People buy them because they're beautiful fish.
13 minutes 58 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

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

A cast of horseshoe crab in the swampy waters. Caption: The tail, or telson, acts like a rudder when swimming
15 minutes 29 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

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

Two humpback whales swim in the deep waters. Caption: They were the most graceful things I've ever seen.
14 minutes 38 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

High school student Phoebe Fitz has a mission to learn about humpback whales, and she teams up with a group of scientists in Hawaii. She also meets with other local high school students who are actively involved in studying humpback whales.

A polar bear is in its natural habitat. Caption: It's just an incredible experience.
17 minutes 16 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

High school student Kylee Sipowski has a plan to help polar bears. Global warming is impacting their habitats, and she networks with students, her local community, and international organizations to spread her message of conservation.

Aerial view of a coastline with a coral reef running parallel to it. Caption: But the Great Barrier Reef isn't just old, it's huge.
16 minutes 32 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12

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