Visual Learning Systems
Features of Fish: Structures and Adaptations of Fishes
This colorful, lively series of videos explores the fascinating features of fishes. The major characteristics of this widely diverse group of vertebrates are described through the use of live-action video. Special attention is paid to...
Curated Video
Using Signal Words to Compare and Contrast in Writing
In this video, the teacher explains how writers use signal words to show comparisons and contrasts in their writing. They provide examples and guide the viewers through revising a draft to include these signal words. By using signal...
Mazz Media
Amphibian
This live-action video program is about the word amphibian. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word amphibian through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful,...
Professor Dave Explains
Cortinariaceae, Nidulariaceae, Psathyrellaceae, Conocybe, and Laccaria
We are cruising through order Agaricales. In this tutorial, we will look at a few important families and genera within. Check it out! Agaricales part 3
Red Rock Films
Ecosystem Activator: Temperate Grasslands. Age 7 - 10.
The ecosystem of temperate grasslands both below and above the ground. Animal interactions with the grassland system. The importance of protecting this critically threatened habitat.
Professor Dave Explains
Inocybeaceae, Strophariaceae, and Hymenogastraceae (Galerina and Psilocybe)
With the family Agaricaceae covered, it's time to look at some more families within the order Agaricales. In this tutorial we will examine the families Inocybeaceae, Strophariaceae, and Hymenogastraceae. This ncludes some well-known...
National Parks Service
Acadia National Park - Meet a Jack-o-Lantern Fungus
Mushrooms dot the cool and dark forest floor throughout Acadia National Park. Learn all about how important fungi are to forest health by meeting a Jack-o-Lantern Fungus
Professor Dave Explains
Entolomataceae, Tricholomataceae, Mycena, Omphalotus, and Marasmius
Still more on order Agaricales! Omphalotus, what's that?! Let's find out! Agaricales part 4
Rachel's English
Idioms - learn 9 idiomatic expressions from real spoken English
Idioms are very common in spoken English. In this video you will learn nine Idiomatic expressions that you can use in everyday conversation. As you know, spoken English is quite different than written English-and idioms are a big part of...
Mazz Media
Animal Essential Functions
This live-action video program is about the term "animal essential functions". The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the term "animal essential functions" through use of video...
Visual Learning Systems
The Fascinating World of Fish
This video provides a brief overview of fishes, highlighting their evolution as the first vertebrates on Earth and their diverse characteristics. The video also mentions their sensory abilities and the various types of fishes, including...
Bizarre Beasts
This Slimy Fish Ties Itself in Knots
Hagfish are slimy sea noodles that wear their skin like a pair of loose pajamas... and that isn't the weirdest thing about them.
Rock 'N Learn
Life Science: The Life Cycle
Here's an exciting way to learn important facts and get ready for a life science test! In this episode we'll be looking at the life cycle.
Professor Dave Explains
Mushroom Identification Terminology
We now know a bit about mushrooms, their structure, and their life cycle, but let's learn a bit more terminology before we dive head first into the world of mushrooms. We know about stipes and caps and partial veils and spores, but...
Curated Video
Do Fish Get Thirsty and Do They Need to Drink Water?
Whether fish get thirsty depends on the fish you look at. Fish that live in freshwater have different physiology to deal with their environment than fish in salty seawater. These physiological differences dictate whether fish need to...
Professor Dave Explains
Fungal Morphology: The Parts of a Mushroom
So although we will be looking at a wide variety of fungi in this series, most of you are here to learn about mushrooms, as they are the most interesting members of the fungi kingdom. So let's learn about the structure of a mushroom....
Mazz Media
Fish
This live-action video program is about the word fish. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word fish through use of video footage, photographs, diagrams and colorful, animated...
Visual Learning Systems
What Is an Amphibian?: Metamorphosis in Amphibians
This colorful program explores the fascinating, and changeable features of amphibians. Concepts and terminology: cold-blooded, metamorphosis, frog, tadpole, toad, and salamander.
Red Rock Films
Ecosystem Activator: Streams and Rivers. Age 10 - 14.
Highlighting the life and movement of freshwater rivers and streams. Animals and their aquatic interactions with the ecosystem. Why streams and rivers are important and should be protected.
Visual Learning Systems
What Is a Fish?: What Are Fish?
This lively video investigates the wide, colorful assortment of fish found on the planet. Concepts and terminology: saltwater, freshwater, cold-blooded, fins, backbone, eggs, scales, and gills.
Red Rock Films
Ecosystem Activator: Temperate Grasslands. Age 10 - 14.
The ecosystem of temperate grasslands both below and above the ground. Animal interactions with the grassland system. The importance of protecting this critically threatened habitat.
Mazz Media
Breathing and Cellular Respiration
In this live-action program viewers will learn that oxygen is necessary for life and is used to create energy in cellular respiration. Students will come to understand Cellular respiration is required for life, and breathing, which is...
Science ABC
Toadstools vs Mushrooms: Are They Different?
Toadstool and mushroom are merely unscientific labels to define different varieties of fungus. Yes, the mushroom that we eat is actually a fungus! There is a popular consensus that while mushrooms are white-capped species that grow in...
Visual Learning Systems
Introduction to Vertebrates
This video provides a comprehensive overview of the phylum Chordata and its five major vertebrate classes: fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. It explains their distinguishing characteristics, such as their body temperature...