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Interdependence of living things
Mutual dependence between organisms or systems. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce abstract concepts...
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Plants in Extreme Environments
To survive, plants have developed adaptations to regulate temperature and water, and maximise the capture of sunlight. Some plants have even evolved to survive in extreme environments of hot deserts and Polar regions. Biology - Plants -...
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Plant and Animal Mutualism
In the natural world it can be hard to survive alone. From Nepal to Africa, explore some of the surprising relationships forged between plants and animals. Biology - Plants - Learning Points. Mutualism is when animals and plants work...
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Parts of the Plant: Flowers
How do plants reproduce? How is pollen dispersed and how does it develop into a seed? Discover the vital role flowers play in plant reproduction. Biology - Plants - Learning Points. Flowers are the reproductive part of most plants. The...
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Sexual Reproduction in Plants
Discover the parts of plants necessary for reproduction, and the methods by which pollen is carried between flowers. Biology - Plants - Learning Points. Plants reproduce in various ways. Sexual reproduction occurs using male and female...
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Reproduction in flowering plants – Clip
Did you know that insects are pollinators of plants? Life processes - Green plants - Reproduction in flowering plants Learning Points Some plants rely on insects for pollination. A Twig Tidbit Film - Clip. A short film that extends the...
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Pollination - Pollen Movement
Learn how pollination happens. Life processes - Green plants - Reproduction in flowering plants Learning Points Pollinators are insects that transfer pollen. Self-pollination is the transfer of pollen between flowers on the same plant....
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Environmental awareness
Explore the important roles honeybees play in our food chain and learn why it is important to care for all living things. People and places -Environmental awareness and care - Caring for the environment Learning Points It is important to...
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I WONDER - How Do Insects Help Pollination?
Buzz into 'How Do Insects Help Pollination?' to discover how tiny bugs play a huge role in growing our food! A quick, exciting peek into the world of plants and their insect friends, made fun for kids.
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The Fascinating Language of Bees: Dance Communication and Pollination
Explore the intricate communication methods of honeybees, from the circle dance to the waggle dance, used to convey information about food sources to other members of the hive. Learn about the pivotal role of bees as pollinators in...
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IPM: Helping Honey Bees Overcome Pests and Pesticides
This segment introduces Integrated Pest Management (IPM), a holistic strategy combatting the multiple threats to honey bees, including pesticide exposure, pests, pathogens, and poor nutrition. It highlights IPM techniques like timing...
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The Buzz on Pollination: How Honey Bees Power Agriculture
This segment explores the vital role of honey bees in pollinating a wide variety of foods and producing honey. It highlights the threats to bee populations, known as the Four P’s: pesticides, pests, pathogens, and poor nutrition....
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IPM: Combating Pathogens and Improving Bee Nutrition
This final segment of the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) series showcases how IPM effectively addresses not just pest control and pesticide reduction but also crucial challenges like the Deformed Wing Virus and nutritional deficits in...
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"Plant a Garden!" Music Video
The "Plant a Garden" song motivates children to support honey bees by cultivating diverse flower gardens. It teaches that such gardens offer vital sustenance for bees, promoting a pesticide-free approach to protect these essential...
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Raiders of the Lost Hive - Part 2
The Boneheads embark on a mission to save honey bees and restore ecological balance. Despite Bonehead's distractions with dreams of grandeur, his friends T-Bone and Wishbone help keep him focused. Together, they navigate challenges to...
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Raiders of the Lost Hive - Part 1
In this animated adventure, children explore the world of honey bees alongside characters parodying Indiana Jones and The Terminator. The villain, JP Rothbone, introduces a robotic pollinator to replace disappearing bees, threatening...
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How Pathogens and Poor Nutrition Affect Honey Bees
This segment delves into how pathogens, particularly the Deformed Wing Virus transmitted by Varroa mites, detrimentally affect honey bee health and their critical role in ecosystems. It illustrates the compounded risks bees face from...
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Pesticides, Pests, and Pollinators: A Delicate Balance
This segment examines how pesticides used in agriculture to combat pests like aphids can harm honey bees, essential for pollination. It explains the dilemma farmers face: needing to protect crops while preserving beneficial insects...
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Buzzing Bees: The Important Role of Bees in Our Ecosystem
This video provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of bees, showcasing the diverse types of bees from honey bees to solitary bees like Carpenter bees. It explores the intricate social structure within a hive, highlighting the roles...
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Exploring the Dependence of Plants on Pollinators and Seed Dispersal
Pack your bags, today we are travelling with seeds! How do seeds travel, you might ask? In this video, we learn how plants reproduce and create new plants using pollination and dispersal. Seeds travel in many different ways: wind, water,...
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I WONDER - Are Bees Good Pollinators?
This video is answering the question of are bees good pollinators.
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I WONDER - Can The Weather Help With Pollination?
This video is answering the question of can the weather help with pollination.
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I WONDER - What Is Pollination?
This video is answering the question of what is pollination.