• Climate Change, Wildlife & Wildlands

  The film's message is that climate change is altering North American habitats.  Melting icecaps, increasing temperatures and rising sea levels are causing environmental stresses for the Pacific Walrus, the Diamondback Terrabond Turtle and Brook Trout....

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• Bottled vs Tap Water

  In this excerpt from the television program 20/20, five costly bottled-water brands are compared to New York City tap water. Lab tests showed no difference in bacteria levels and random taste tests reveal the most costly brand-name was judged the worst...

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• Once Upon a Tide

  In this magical fairy tale, a strange spell has been cast upon the world causing everyone to forget about the importance of our oceans.  Only one young girl can still hear the sounds of the sea and as she embarks on a voyage of discovery through...

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• Join the Movement

  The video illustrates the number of liters of water used to carry out such activities as growing an apple, manufacturing a computer or taking a shower.  It makes the point that not everyone has these luxuries. In some countries people are trying...

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• Nature Works: Invasive Species

  In this episode from the BBC series, Nature Works, student host Patrice Forrester and Senior Naturalist Dave Edler explore the impact that invasive species have on the environment. The negative effects of both water milfoil and the mute swan on aquatic...

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• Chew on This

  This version of "Fast Food Nation" aimed at young readers is a compilation of fascinating and alarming information about the remarkable rise of fast food in North American culture.  Details are provided about the history of fast food, environmental...

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• Children of the World

  Children of the World visits young people in eight countries. This adventure provides an opportunity for primary students to face challenges, confront other realities and as with any journey, deepen their understanding of themselves as citizens who can...

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• Compose a Stream Song

  The resource presents a novel way for students to become freshwater stewards by first becoming familiar with a stream-side environment and then creating a song about their impressions. The initial step is a field trip to a local river or stream. Students...

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• Is This Panama?

  Sammy, a young Wilson's warbler, embarks on his first southern migratory journey to Panama. After being separated from the rest of his flock, he must set off on a solo voyage. Sammy encounters other migrating animals such as caribou, monarch butterflies,...

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• Sizing Up Winter

  Sizing Up Winter is the third book in the Math and Nature series. The story introduces the concepts of time and measurement through interactive problem solving scenarios, while educating students about the natural world. Nature comes alive through the...

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• Muskrat Will Be Swimming

  Muskrat Will Be Swimming is an Indigenous tale about embracing your identity and overcoming your fears of being different. The story tells the tale of a young Indigenous girl who loves living by the lake in the wilderness. After being teased at school...

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• How to Collect and Identify Benthic Macroinvertebrates

  This short video introduces students to the world of aquatic macroinvertebrates. Philippe Cousteau interviews a group of early middle school students as they explain what these creatures are and how to go about collecting and identifying them.  Viewers...

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• Attracting and Studying Hummingbirds

  The Late April & May Nature Guides draw attention to the arrival of Ruby-throated Hummingbirds. This resource offers a simple set of suggestions on how students can attract and observe these marvelous little creatures.  Having the fastest metabolism...

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• Bugs. Clues to the Environment

  Several of the Spring/Summer Nature Guides point out that while some can be especially annoying, insects play extremely important roles in aquatic ecosystems.   As the weather warms and water levels fall, spring is an excellent time of year...

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• Get to Know: Birds

  This is a wonderful resource for introducing young students to local birds.  It offers teachers two easy-to-implement outdoor activities that teach observation and record keeping skills while promoting a connection to the natural world. In 'Birds...

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• Healthy Soil - Healthy Plants!

  This simple lesson plan uses experiential activities to help develop student understanding of soil composition and plant growth.  With an emphasis on conservation, the soil activities provide many opportunities for classroom  discussion of ...

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• Big Burn

  Rocky Harbour is a pristine community located along Canada's East Coast that is being ruined by the toxic waste that belches from a huge landfill incinerator.  Chris and Marina are two local teens determined to stop the damage at all costs, especially...

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• A Tree is Nice

  Inspired by the book "A Tree is Nice" by Janice May Udry, this resource engages students in learning about the special characteristics of trees that makes them so important to both humans and the environment.  With an emphasis on taking students...

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• Viola Desmond Won't Be Budged

  This beautifully illustrated book introduces students to Viola Desmond, an African Canadian businesswoman who challenged racial segregation in Nova Scotia.  Viola was arrested when she refused to move out of the whites-only section of the Roseland...

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• Just Turn it Off!

  This fun music video starring Rae Rae the Red Panda will involve students in thinking about how they can help conserve precious water resources.  The straightforward content combined with a catchy, upbeat tune is very effective in conveying an important...

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